Emerging Markets Growth Strategist (Franchisee Growth)

Inspire; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire seeks a Franchisee Growth Consultant to lead growth initiatives in emerging markets and to align franchisee performance with brand standards. You will work across Training, Marketing, Development, and Analytics to strengthen local execution and readiness.

The role demands strategic franchise development, coaching, and market expansion expertise with travel up to 60%. A strong background in multi-unit operations and franchising is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: Bachelor degree in Business, Marketing, Operations, Hospitality or related field.
• 7+ years in franchising, multi-unit operations, business consulting, training, development or marketing. Franchise consulting and restaurant leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Franchisee Growth Leadership: Facilitate annual growth planning, maintain frequent structured touchpoints, drive accountability, and translate growth plans into execution.
• Emerging Market Development: Support focus-state initiatives, trade-area strategies, market development plans, asset evolution and new unit growth readiness.
• Marketing Activation & Demand Creation: Strong partnership with Field Marketing in all aspects of the development & execution of Local and Hyperlocal store marketing initiatives and plans.
• Grand Opening Commitments: In partnership with Field Marketing, ensure all Grand Opening requirements are met for loud and proud entry into communities.
• Training & Organizational Capability: Act as an extension of Field Training and NRO teams, support leadership development, onboarding, succession planning and organizational readiness.
• Operational Growth Enablement: Improve operational capability, guest experience, ROE progress, throughput and business performance.
• Cross Functional Leadership: Serve as the anchor and connection point of the critical tripod relationship between Franchisee, Marketing, & Real Estate.

Skills

Strategic growth planning

Franchisee coaching

Cross-functional leadership

Analytics

Business acumen

Communication

Influence without authority

Market development

Education

Bachelor degree in Business, Marketing, Operations, Hospitality or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Inspire seeks a Franchisee Growth Consultant to lead growth initiatives in emerging markets and to align franchisee performance with brand standards. You will work across Training, Marketing, Development, and Analytics to strengthen local execution and readiness.

The role demands strategic franchise development, coaching, and market expansion expertise with travel up to 60%. A strong background in multi-unit operations and franchising is essential.