Franchise Development Coordinator - Specialty Grocery

If you’re a food enthusiast, a lover of quality products, and a fan of feeling a connection to your community, this organization could be a great fit for you. Our client helps Canadians put delicious meals on the table by offering restaurant-quality food, great customer service and a convenient shopping experience. They seek an experienced and passionate Franchise Development Coordinator responsible for the administrative and coordination functions of the Franchising team, including coordinating and supporting all elements of the Franchise sale and transfer process. You will act as the main point of contact for the Franchise development team and is well versed in all departmental goals and objectives. You’ll provide franchisee recruitment support, database administration, and professional communication with leads and external contacts to facilitate the Franchise Partner approval process. This position assists the manager in effectively establishing and maintaining processes, facilitating communication, handling administration, and coordinating cross-departmental meetings for candidate approval along with departmental reporting and tracking. This is a hybrid role with a salary in the $63-$66K range.

DESCRIPTION

• Coordination of the Franchise Recruitment Process and execution of tasks at each stage, with consistent follow-up to ensure completion. Including

Coordination of the Franchise Recruitment Process and execution of tasks at each stage, with consistent follow-up to ensure completion. Including,

Development and execution of the Confidentiality Agreement

Credit/legal checks

Collection of resumes and personality assessments as required

Explaining the Franchise Disclosure Document

Preparation of various documents, exhibits, executive summaries, letters, and notices to Franchisees, etc.

Scheduling interviews with various stakeholders

Collecting initial fees

Obtaining a signed franchise agreement

• Collaboration with various stakeholders (franchisees, field team, HO staff) to ensure efficient handling of time sensitive processes. Attending Franchise Development department and Head Office team meetings. Effectively communicate with internal and external departments regarding the recruitment process.
• Maintenance of franchise applicant database ensuring the data is current and easy to obtain.
• Update the Store Financial Packages as required and share through with the Franchisee candidate.
• Complete Department reporting for executive meetings as required.
• Support the franchisee recruitment function by tracking success of marketing programs and leads generated.
• Responsible to become thoroughly familiar with and adhere to local laws pertaining to franchise sales and disclosure information. Nurture relationships with existing franchisees and support their new store development plans. Act as brand ambassador for the company. Ongoing personal development through continuous learning. Understand Franchise Disclosure requirements for various provinces.
• Passionately represent the brand and coordinate/organize/execute tasks as per the required timelines.

REQUIREMENTS

• Some knowledge of Franchise industry, Franchise Disclosure Documents, and legal document experience is an asset. A legal administration background, with an ability to understand and interpret legal exhibits and schedules, is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; patient, tactful; able to communicate in a professional manner with clients from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances both internally and external to the organization.
• High degree of detail orientation and ability to work within time constraints. Must have strong organizational skills, multi-tasking skills, possess attention to detail, and should be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to adapt to different situations and personalities, while maintaining a degree of personal integrity, utilizing problem solving skills.
• 2-3 years business experience in a corporate structure preferred.

CORPORATE CULTURE

This organization is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. They believe that the wide range of perspectives that results from diversity promotes innovation and business success. Achieving diversity makes them more creative, flexible, productive, and competitive. They welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

They strive to provide accessibility in employment to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. We will attempt to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, and employment history verification.

Contact Liz Crompton at 416.410.5316 x6or submit your resume in confidence below.

CANWEST

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $63,000.00-$66,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application question(s):

• Do you have some knowledge of the Franchise Industry, Franchise Disclosure Documents, or legal documents?
• Do you have work-related experience editing and understanding legal documents/contracts in a corporate structure?
• Will you be able to reliably commute to Mississauga, ON (Hybrid Role) for this job?

Work Location: In person