Franchise Business Manager

The Staff Connection; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is on the lookout for a driven Franchise Business Manager based in Johannesburg. This role entails supporting franchisees, coordinating operational branches, and driving brand standards across the network. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business and proven experience in franchise operations within the FMCG sector. Excellent communication skills and a results-driven mindset are essential. Regional travel is expected, and local candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven franchise and operations experience within the FMCG space.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Hands-on, results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support franchisees in operations and growth.
• Link between franchisees, head office, and marketing.
• Drive performance and brand standards across the network.
• Implement marketing initiatives in the field.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship building

Financial analysis

Operational efficiency

Education

Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Franchise Business Manager | FMCG

We’re on the hunt for a high-energy, commercially savvy Franchise Business Manager to drive performance across our client's franchise network.

If you thrive in the field, love working with people, and know how to turn strategy into results, this one’s for you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Be the go-to partner for franchisees, supporting day-to-day operations and growth
• Act as the link between franchisees, head office, operations, and marketing
• Lead and coordinate regional operational branches to deliver consistent results
• Drive performance, efficiency, and brand standards across the network
• Analyse financial performance and implement action plans to maximise results
• Roll out marketing initiatives and operational strategies in the field
• Ensure strong reporting, compliance, and operational alignment

What you’ll bring:

• Degree in Business or a related field
• Proven franchise and operations experience within the FMCG space
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• A hands-on, results-driven mindset
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally
• Local candidates only

This is a role for a driven self-starter who enjoys being on the road, building strong partnerships, and making a real impact.

Sound like you? Let’s talk.