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Form of workAbout the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Regional Franchise Manager with a proven background in franchising or automotive, who will be responsible for driving franchise profitability and growth, while ensuring franchisees and their teams deliver an outstanding consumer experience.
You will be responsible for the planning and delivery of the companies Bridgestone Select store goals and objectives for your region, ensuring the successful execution of a proven business model.
Critical to your success will be the ability to engage and work collaboratively with your group of franchisees in the achievement of their business objectives, while preparing them for the move towards the mobility solutions of tomorrow.
About you
Professional and persistent by nature, you will thrive on the opportunity to drive improvement across all aspects of a small business operation, to ensure Bridgestone and our retail stores remain market leaders. You should be able to demonstrate credible and robust business or automotive experience which is underpinned by a track record of achieving sales and profit targets.
Success in this role will require:
- The ability to analyse and interpret financial reporting to drive business improvement
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Great problem solving skills with a proactive and analytical approach
- The ability to identify gaps in operational performance, and effectively implement improvement plans with individual stores
- Effective relationship management focusing on creating and sustaining multi-tier relationships with key stakeholders
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and time management skills
If you are a Franchise or Automotive Manager that is customer focused and you have the required skill set to help move our business forward, then we encourage you to submit an application for this fantastic opportunity.
What we offer
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary package; functional vehicle, and staff discounts. You will also join a globally recognised company that values its employees.
About us
A renowned global leader in tyres and rubber, Bridgestone is striving towards a vision to provide both social value and customer value as a sustainable solutions company.
With sustainability at the core of our business and guided by the values of our Bridgestone E8 Commitment, Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tyres and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.
In Australia, Bridgestone offers a range of services and solutions to all segments of the Australian market. Our extensive range of quality tyres is complemented by the provision of mechanical and fleet services through the company’s nationwide retail network of Bridgestone Select and Bridgestone Service Centres, mobile service provider Lube Mobile, and the manufacturing and sale of quality retreads through Bandag Pty Limited.
To apply, it is essential that you submit a cover letter and resume, quoting reference number: SS23164
