The Associate Business Consultant (aka RightStart Specialist) works directly with new franchise members in the sign and graphics industry to implement our internal program entitled “The RightStart Program.” This position will support franchise member success using RightStart tools in areas such as marketing, development, financial reporting, technology, etc. during their first three years in business.
The location of this position is flexible. We have locations in Plymouth, MI and Middle River, MD
Essential Functions
50%
Assist Senior RightStart Manager in overseeing RightStart Program
Assists in the development and implementation of communication and training plans for new Franchise Members
Develops business relationships and integrates RightStart program activities to support successful implementation fora new franchise member .
Interact with Franchise Members of new and resale franchise centers during their first 36 months to maximize achievement of their goals using RightStart tools
30%
Provide superior support by gathering and analyzing timely financial reports and scorecards, conducting research, and collaborating on ongoing projects
Assist with utilizing data to identify trends and opportunities and articulate to key business stakeholders
Communicate with Franchise Members and solicit their feedback
Recommend improvements to project management process and coordinate tasks and activities
Coordinate integrated support within AFB with Marketing, Operations and Business Development to fulfill the RightStart promise
Identify potential roadblocks or needs and coordinate with subject matter experts to solve center problems in a timely manner
Conduct presentations for a wide variety of audiences on different topics
20%
Coordinate the logistics of opening a center to ensure a successful launch with the franchise member. This may include serving as backup in center opening process including pre-ordering product/equipment and managing incoming deliveries.
Other duties as assigned
Competencies
Excellent communication skills
Strong Organizational skills
Analytical thinking
Team player
Results driven
Ability to multi-task
Ability to manage projects
Work environment
Hybrid work environment of 2 days per week
Travel required 10%
Travel to centers to assist in onboarding
Required Education And Experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as business administration, finance or accounting
2+ years of relevant experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Preferred Education And Experience
Experience in sign and graphics industry preferred
MIS experience preferred
Project experience with the ability to break down a project into tasks preferred
What Are The Benefits Of Joining Our Team
We offer flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short-and long-term disability, Healthcare FSA and Dependent care FSA, critical illness and accident insurance. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to support the well-being of you and your family
We provide paid holidays and paid time away to spend with your family and friends
Plan for the near and long-term with our 401K retirements savings plan with matching company contributions
Bonus eligibility
Who are we?
Alliance Franchise Brands LLC and its subsidiary, KK Printing Canada ULC, are the franchisors of more than 600 locations in North America operating the company’s brands: Allegra Marketing Print Mail, Image360, Signs Now, Signs By Tomorrow, KKP, Insty-Prints, American Speedy Printing Centers, and RSVP. Alliance Franchise Brands is proud that three of our brands were selected for the 2020 Entrepreneur 500 list.
Independently owned and operated franchises provide national, regional and local businesses and organizations with a one-stop resource for technologically advanced and strategically sound solutions for their graphics communications needs.
In total, Alliance Franchise Brands serves more than 600 franchise members in the U.S., Canada, and England with system-wide sales of more than $380 million.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
Industries
Internet Publishing
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