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International Franchise Manager

International Franchise Manager

ArdeneLaval, QC, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD47–CAD52 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description : WHO YOU ARE :

Lead, strategize, control and drive results. The responsibilities of the International Franchise Manager include :

  • Lead the franchise partners in all functions of operating our brand.
  • Manage the business plan growth for each territory. Responsible for aligning the plans with the franchise partner and with the Ardene key stakeholders.
  • Identify the opportunities to grow the business. Strategize with the internal team on how to effectively achieve the expected targets (product, marketing, visual, operation)
  • Communicate efficiently with all stakeholders to ensure all projects and tasks meet targets and timeline.
  • Lead weekly analysis of business performance with Partner and align on action plan. Follow up on implementation and monitor performance.
  • Understand key business drivers and holidays and develop action plan to optimize sales opportunities.
  • Evaluate and influence the merchandise mix through an intimate knowledge of our customer in market.
  • Supervise the inventory cycle and identify opportunities to improve or sustain optimal performance with inventory levels.
  • Coordinate seasonal marketing strategies with Licensing Partner and Ardene Marketing team.
  • Lead process of introducing new Licensing Partners to Ardene’s functions and procedures.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED :

  • Minimum 6 years of experience in franchising retail management (fashion experience preferred) and progressive international store operations experience.
  • Previous retail management experience in high traffic and high volume retail stores (preferred).
  • Entrepreneurial mentality with the ability to adapt to change and work in a fast paced, high growth environment.
  • Ability to identify store performance gaps and define strategic & tactical plans to address them.
  • Track record of developing and implementing process protocols that impact sales & profitability.
  • Demonstrated leadership and ability to work cross-functionally, cross-culturally and build strong relationships and partnerships.
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Flexibility to travel and visit Franchise Partner(s) and store(s); ability to travel up to 40% of the time.
  • Demonstrates business acumen with strong strategic and analytical skills.