Morrisons

About the Company

Our team of friendly faces works as one to provide shopping trips and a career experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Together we work the Morrisons way. Constantly looking to do things even better, we work in partnership with our communities, colleagues, suppliers and British farmers to provide our customers with the freshest food at great value for money.

Our people ‘Make Morrisons’. Our team spirit really is hard to beat. At the top of our game in all kinds of roles, we work as one team in our stores, distribution centres, manufacturing sites and Head office.

In return for looking after our customers, we look after our people with great perks, lots of career opportunities and the training and support everyone needs to be the best they can be.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Morrisons

Job Title

Franchise New Business Development Manager

Job Description

**Job Title** Franchise New Business Development Manager **Role Summary** Drive expansion of the franchise network in the South region by identifying, qualifying, and closing new franchise opportunities. Lead the full franchise lifecycle, from prospecting through to onboarding and post‑launch support, ensuring alignment with corporate growth targets and brand standards. **Expectations** - Deliver measurable growth in new franchise openings and revenue. - Maintain a high quota of qualified leads and timely conversion. - Build and sustain strong relationships with prospective franchisees and key stakeholders. - Demonstrate strong entrepreneurial mindset and resilience in a fast‑paced retail environment. **Key Responsibilities** - Prospect and generate leads for franchise opportunities through market research, networking, and targeted outreach. - Conduct site feasibility analyses, demographic studies, and financial projections for potential franchise locations. - Present tailored franchise proposals to prospects, addressing financial, operational, and strategic fit. - Negotiate franchise agreements, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and brand requirements. - Coordinate with operations, marketing, and legal teams to develop and execute franchise launch plans. - Manage the onboarding process for new franchisees, including training, system integration, and performance monitoring. - Track performance metrics, forecast growth, and report results to senior leadership. - Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes impacting franchise operations. **Required Skills** - Proven sales and negotiation experience in franchise or high‑growth retail environments. - Strong analytical abilities: market assessment, financial modeling, and KPI tracking. - Excellent communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences. - Project management proficiency with the ability to multitask across regions. - Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office suite. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross‑functional teams. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field. - Preferred: Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) or equivalent professional franchise certification.

London, United kingdom

On site

01-01-2026

Company Name

Morrisons

Job Title

Franchise New Business Development Manager (Midlands)

Job Description

Job Title: Franchise New Business Development Manager (Midlands) Role Summary: Drive growth of the franchise division through field-based prospecting, relationship building, and conversion of new franchise partners. Expactations: Deliver measurable new franchise openings, meet quarterly sales targets, and maintain brand standards in all interactions. Key Responsibilities: - Identify and qualify new franchise opportunities in the Midlands region. - Conduct on‑site site visits, feasibility assessments, and presentations to prospective franchisees. - Manage the end‑to‑end franchise acquisition pipeline, ensuring timely follow‑up and documentation. - Collaborate with corporate sales, operations, and marketing teams to align prospecting efforts with strategic initiatives. - Maintain accurate records of prospective leads, conversion status, and sales metrics in the CRM. - Provide market intelligence and feedback on competitor activity and local market conditions. Required Skills: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities. - Self‑motivated, results‑driven, with a proactive field‑work mindset. - Ability to travel extensively within the Midlands. - Proficiency with CRM software and standard office productivity applications. Required Education & Certifications: - Minimum of 3 years’ experience in B2B sales, franchise development, or related field. - Full UK driving licence. - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business‑related qualification preferred.

United kingdom

On site

29-01-2026