Business Development Manager (BDM)

Job Description

About the Role:We are seeking a dynamic and result-driven Business Development Manager to lead our franchise expansion initiatives. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end franchise development process—from generating and nurturing leads to launching and supporting new franchise stores. The ideal candidate should also be versatile enough to contribute cross-functionally to other departments within the company. Key Responsibilities:Franchise Expansion & Management Identify potential franchise partners and markets across India (and/or internationally). Manage the complete franchise onboarding process, from initial contact to agreement signing and store launch. Collaborate with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth franchise setup and compliance. Lead Generation & Relationship Building Generate quality leads through various channels: digital campaigns, networking, trade shows, and referrals. Follow up on incoming franchise inquiries, conduct evaluations, and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects. Build and maintain long-term relationships with franchise partners to ensure mutual success. Cross-Department Involvement Work closely with marketing, product, operations, and finance teams to align business strategies. Provide insights from franchisee interactions to help shape future marketing, product offerings, and customer experience. Performance Monitoring Track the performance of newly opened stores and provide ongoing support to franchisees. Assist in training and development programs to ensure franchisees meet brand standards. Requirements:Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field Proven experience in business development, preferably with exposure to franchising Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Self-starter with the ability to work independently and across teams Willingness to travel as required Why Join Us?Be part of a fast-growing brand with ambitious expansion goals Opportunity to shape and lead franchise strategy from the ground up Dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment