General Manager Preschool Franchise Expansion

General Manager Preschool Franchise Expansion

Department

Job Summary:

General Manager – Preschool Franchise Expansion

Key Responsibilities:

Franchise Network Expansion

• Identify and evaluate potential markets for preschool franchise growth (tier 1, 2, and 3 cities).
• Drive end-to-end franchise acquisition process: lead generation, presentations, negotiations, and closures.
• Develop strategic growth plans to expand the preschool brand footprint across India and international markets.

Franchisee Onboarding & Relationship Management

• Oversee the franchisee onboarding process including documentation, training, and compliance.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with franchise partners to drive satisfaction and retention.
• Act as a central point of contact for all partner-related escalations and support.

Strategic Planning & Market Analysis

• Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify growth opportunities and trends in the preschool sector.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine franchise models, pricing, and value propositions.
• Support product and curriculum development teams with market feedback and innovation insights.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, legal, operations, and academic teams to ensure cohesive franchise launch and support.
• Coordinate with digital and offline marketing teams to execute lead generation campaigns and brand-building initiatives.

Compliance & Brand Standards

• Ensure all franchise partners adhere to operational standards, curriculum quality, infrastructure guidelines, and brand policies.
• Implement SOPs to maintain consistency across franchise units.

Key Requirements:

• Education

  : Graduate / MBA in Business Administration, Marketing, or Education Management.

• Experience

  : 8–12 years of experience in franchise development, with at least 3–5 years in the

  preschool or early childhood education sector

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• Proven track record in multi-location franchise expansion and relationship management.
• Strong understanding of the education ecosystem, especially preschool licensing, infrastructure, and curriculum standards.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of franchise models.
• Ability to build relationships with HNIs, education entrepreneurs, and institutional investors.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capabilities.
• Familiarity with preschool curriculum, operational setups, and regulatory norms.