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Job Description
The Franchise Developer position is responsible for new store growth within a geographic region of the United States. Their activities include sales for recruitment within their region and real estate activities for effective site selection. This position is the primary relationship with the developing candidate from initial stages of development through store opening.
Primary Accountabilities:
Development Market Planning and Prioritization.Determine optimal markets and trade areas for development.
Prioritize opportunities to maximize sales penetration and development results.
Recruitment of ARD and NRD candidates for new store growth.Establish relationships with existing Franchisees and Operations department to effectively recruit for additional restaurant growth.
Work with Director of Franchise Sales and Development to effectively recruit and gain commitment from new franchise candidates for growth within the DQ system. Focus on Multi-Unit capable candidates is essential for year on year growth.
Real Estate and site selection for ARD and NRD candidates for new store growth. Assist Franchisee or Candidate in the timely and effective identification of sites that are strategically positioned to optimize store performance and to meet company development goals.
Establish relationship with ARD and NRD candidates to effectively transition their project to and from direct and non-direct management.
Effectively manage Franchisee expectations and necessary project timelines to meet departmental goals.
Ensure effective and professional communications occur between the Franchise Developer position and the Franchisees/ Candidates, the Operations team, and the ADQ Project Management teams.
Direct the workflow of new development projects from field to appropriate departments within the corporate administrative offices. Prepare project files for flow within the application process and project management process. Participate and present projects in Development Review Committee meetings. Utilize market planning tools to prioritize activities and establish new store projects within geographic region.