Job Description
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As a Business Advisor / Field Support Specialist, you’ll travel throughout your assigned territory visiting Signarama locations and working directly with franchise owners and their teams.
Your goal is simple: help our franchisees run better businesses.
Specific duties for the role include:
* Visit franchise locations to understand what’s working and where there are opportunities to improve.
* Work directly with owners and managers on sales, operations, marketing, staffing, and profitability.
* Use P&Ls and other financial information to help identify opportunities for growth.
* Help franchisees set realistic goals and create plans to achieve them.
* Provide guidance on marketing programs, training, technology, and best practices.
* Help troubleshoot operational and technical challenges.
* Share ideas and successful practices from other Signarama locations.
* Work closely with the corporate team to make sure franchisees have the support and resources they need.
* Build strong, long-term relationships with franchise owners and their teams.
* Celebrate successes and help work through the challenges that come with running a business.
* Travel approximately 50% of the time throughout your assigned territory.
Additional Information
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Qualifications What We're Looking For: Sign Industry Experience Is Important We’re looking for someone who understands the sign business. Experience working in a sign shop, sign franchise, signage manufacturing, sales, production, installation, or a related area is highly valued. You don’t necessarily need to have done every job in a sign shop, but you should understand the industry, the challenges owners face, and what it takes to turn opportunities into profitable work. Previous experience as a Business Advisor, Field Support Specialist, Operations Manager, General Manager, or similar role is a plus. Franchise experience is also helpful. Other Qualifications: * Experience working with budgets and P&L statements. * Understanding of sales, marketing, and retail business practices. * Experience helping businesses improve processes and profitability. * Strong project management and organizational skills. * Ability to help franchisees work through labor, vendor, supplier, and operational challenges. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * Comfortable working with owners, managers, and employees at all levels. * Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to get involved and find solutions. * Technical aptitude and the ability to quickly learn new technology. * Experience with graphic design software, point-of-sale systems, accounting software, or other technology commonly used in the sign industry. * Proficient with Microsoft Office and other common business software. * Valid driver's license and automobile insurance. * Flexibility to travel approximately 50% of the time. Once you become part of our amazing team of winners you’ll enjoy: * Competitive compensation * Comprehensive training and onboarding * Opportunities to travel and work with franchise owners across the country * Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance * Short- and long-term disability coverage * Generous time off (PTO) * 401(k) with company match * Team-building and social events * Leadership and professional development opportunities * Recognition for top performers * Opportunities to give back through company philanthropy Ready to Make a Difference? If you know the sign business, enjoy helping people, and like the idea of spending your time working directly with business owners instead of sitting behind a desk all day, we’d like to hear from you. Join United Franchise Group and help Signarama franchise owners build stronger, more profitable businesses — one location at a time....
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