Franchise Development Manager

Company Description The Concrete Shopregistered is a curated platform focused on design-led concrete products and architectural elements, bringing together premium brands under one roof. The company creates a space where architects, designers, and creators can explore the full potential of concrete as an architectural material. Its work is rooted in advanced precast technologies such as GRC, pervious, pigmented, and decorative concrete. The team has developed more than 2,500 concrete products across furniture, planters, lighting, landscape elements, and architectural components, driven by continuous experimentation with material, form, and engineering. The Concrete Shopregistered views concrete as a medium for design, shaping environments and everyday experiences with clarity and intention.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Franchise Development Manager role based in Ahmedabad. The Franchise Development Manager will identify and qualify prospective franchise partners, manage lead generation activities, and drive franchise sales from initial contact through agreement closure. This role includes developing and presenting franchise business plans, financial models, and brand value propositions to potential partners. The manager will coordinate onboarding, deliver training to new franchisees on operational standards and brand guidelines, and support them during launch and early growth stages. Day-to-day responsibilities also involve monitoring franchise performance, maintaining strong relationships with franchisees, collecting market feedback, and collaborating with internal teams to refine the franchise model and expansion strategy.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Franchise Sales and Franchising skills, with experience managing end-to-end franchise recruitment and conversions.
• Candidates should possess Business Planning skills, including developing financial projections, territory plans, and growth strategies for franchise partners.
• Candidates should possess Lead Generation skills, with the ability to build and manage pipelines through digital channels, events, referrals, and partnerships.
• Candidates should possess Training skills, with experience designing and delivering structured onboarding and operational training for franchisees.
• Relevant experience in franchise development, business development, or channel expansion, preferably within design, retail, or building materials industries.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex business concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple prospects simultaneously, and meet growth targets.
• Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or a related field; an MBA or similar postgraduate qualification is an advantage.