Vice President of Franchising Operations (Brand President in Training) Jacksonville, FL

Empowerfranchising; Mississippi; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the franchising sector is seeking a Vice President of Franchising Operations. This role involves driving growth, improving franchisee performance, and leading operational initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in operations management and a strong entrepreneurial mindset. The position allows for remote candidates but requires relocation for future advancement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of operations management experience, preferably in construction.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational initiatives for the franchise system.
• Manage onboarding of new franchises.
• Ensure brand adherence to legal guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Operations management

Education

Bachelors Degree in Business

Tools

G Suite

Wordpress

Quickbooks

Job description

Vice President of Franchising Operations (Brand President in Training)

About Us:

Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services: JAN-PRO, FRSTeam, Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), Conserva Irrigation, Koala Insulation, Wallaby Windows, Canopy Lawn Care, Bumble Roofing and Superior Fence and Rail. Empower is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services in the commercial and home services industry while simultaneously delivering its franchise owners committed personal support, tools and empowerment to pursue their own success.

Superior Fence & Rail is an industry leader with multiple branch locations. We partner with a national home improvement chain, multiple home builders and general contractors for fence installation requirements.

The Vice President of Franchise Operations will lead the implementation and execution of key operational initiatives for the Superior Fence & Rail franchise system. This individual will have responsibility for achieving the business unit’s annual budget objectives and leading the support team in providing world class training, coaching and mentoring for the franchisees. The primary objectives are to drive organic growth and improve the unit economics of existing franchisees and continue the aggressive efforts to train and launch new franchisees effectively.

This role serves as the number two within the Superior Fence & Rail brand leadership team, with the intent to move the Brand President position within the near future. While the VP of Franchise Operations role is open to remote US candidates, the Brand President role operates out of our Jacksonville, FL office, therefore remote candidates must be willing to relocate at the time of that transition (likely within 1-2 years) .

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee execution of goals based onthe Brand’s overall strategicobjectives.
• Plan and oversee the day to day running ofthe Brandto ensure smooth progress and support for franchisees.
• Regularly evaluate the efficiency of current business procedures and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Manage and implement information systems and applications to improve franchise performance
• Supervise onboarding of new franchises through first six months of operation
• Review financial information, adjust operations as needed and ensurethe Brandis achieving monthly EBITA goals.
• Administer G Suite, Wordpress, Frence360, Remote Server, CFS, Adwords, and Quickbooks
• Ensure the brand is adhering to legal guidelines and in-house policies tomaintainthe Brand’s legal and business ethics.
• Foster a culture that promotes high ethical standards and respect of all internal and external customers
• Oversee franchisee support and ensureall employees are working to maximize franchisee satisfaction.
• Supervise staff from different departments and provide constructive as well as positive feedback to the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business or a related degree is preferred, but not a requirement
• 7+ years of operations management experience, preferably within the construction space
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to coach/train franchisees to reach business goals
• Must have the ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Experience in franchising or fencing industry
• Proficient operational and financial acumen
• Strong ethical leadership abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by theemployee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by theemployee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Empower Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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