Franchise Business Consultant

Kumon North America, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Career development

Employee assistance program

Service award

Job summary

Kumon North America, Inc. is seeking a Franchise Consultant to support Franchisee Instructors, verify compliance with company standards, and guide potential franchisees through the training process to open centers.

The role is remote with travel across the territory including Northern Kentucky, Louisville, Lexington, Indianapolis, and Dayton. A Bachelor's degree and strong communication, time-management, and Word/Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2–4 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to travel extensively locally/regionally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee roughly 20-30 locations.
• Perform frequent evaluations and follow-up visits to ensure compliance with company goals.
• Increase operations standards through guidance and training.
• Provide sound advice to increase Center profitability and performance.
• Assess regional market conditions to ensure competitiveness and build brand awareness.
• Evaluate local competition and create branch-level strategies for franchisees.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Motivate people

Travel readiness

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Why should you consider Kumon? Our mission is inspirational - as an educational services organization, we enable children to achieve their full potential. We offer outstanding health benefits, a desirable retirement savings plan, and outstanding paid time off, including 21 paid holidays a year. We provide each associate with professional development funds annually to support their growth.

Summary:

The Franchise Consultant provides support to Franchisee Instructors. The FC inspects and verifies compliance with company standards for instructional quality, operational and financial key measurements, brand appeal, general maintenance and safety. Works with potential franchisees to guide them through the training process and prepares them to open their Centers successfully. Develops assigned market areas through the development of existing centers and the opening of new centers.

While this role is remote the candidate must be able to travel within the territory will include Northern Kentucky, Louisville, Lexington, some of Indianapolis, and possibly Dayton.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Road Warrior: Ability to travel extensively locally/regionally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to motivate people, instill accountability, and achieve results
• Proficiency with Word and Excel software programs
• 2 - 4 years of experience preferred
• Traveling Expectation: The candidate will be expected to visit/ be on site for meetings usually within after school hours from 3:30-7:30PM, 3-4 days per week within the designated area and visit the identified franchise locations

Responsibilities:

• Oversee roughly 20-30 locations
• Perform frequent evaluations and follow up visits to ensure compliance with company goals
• Increase operations standards through guidance and training
• Provide sound advice to increase Center profitability and performance
• Assess regional market conditions to ensure competitiveness and build brand awareness.
• Evaluate local competition and create branch level strategies for franchisees to maintain a competitive edge
• Consistently monitors branch and center level performance for trends, outliers and best practices
• Assist Franchisees with all aspects of new center opening process within predetermined timeline

Kumon has a vested interest in ensuring that all of our associates are well taken care of. In order to attract, motivate, and retain associates, we offer a total compensation package including:

• Quality Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match and 2 year vesting schedule
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Commuting Expenses
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Plentiful Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Career Development and growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Service Award Program

And much more...

*Please be aware that all eligible associates must satisfy the specific waiting period before enrollment. The waiting period varies according to the state benefit plan guidelines.

Kumon's policies and programs ensure that all hiring, compensation and other employment decisions are based on individual merit and not on any bias towards ethnicity, age, color, race, marital status, religion, disability or military status. We base our employment decisions upon the qualifications and abilities of each individual.

DEI Statement of Commitment:

Kumon is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are valued and celebrated. We believe that all employees should be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kumon strives to create a workplace culture that fosters respect, fairness, and inclusivity for all. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for our job openings and welcome everyone to join our team.

AI Acknowledgment

Artificial intelligence may be used to assist during the hiring process, including screening or assessing applicants.