– Manager –Business Development (Franchise)

Job Title: Manager – Franchise Business Development

Location: Bengaluru Head Office

Company: Learning Edge India Pvt. Ltd.

JOB Location

: HSR Layout Bengaluru (Travel required)

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Brand: Little Elly Preschool & Cucoon

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Learning Edge India. is looking for a dynamic and result-oriented Manager –Business Development ( Franchise) to drive the expansion of the Little Elly & Cucoon network across India. The role is responsible for identifying current business opportunities, acquiring franchise partners, managing the end-to-end franchise sales cycle, and supporting the company's strategic growth initiatives nationwide.

Key Responsibilities Business Development

· Drive franchise sales and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual business targets across India.

· Identify and develop new markets for the expansion of the Little Elly Preschool & Cucoon franchise network.

· Generate qualified leads through digital campaigns, referrals, exhibitions, channel partners, brokers, and networking events.

· Conduct business presentations and franchise opportunity discussions with prospective investors and entrepreneurs.

· Manage the complete franchise sales cycle, from lead generation to agreement signing and franchise onboarding.

· Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and feasibility studies to support expansion plans.

Property Evaluation

· Evaluate proposed properties for preschool setup to ensure compliance with company standards and operational feasibility.

· Coordinate with internal teams for site approvals and project execution.

Franchise Relationship Management

· Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing franchise partners.

· Guide franchisees throughout the onboarding process and coordinate with Operations, Academic, Marketing, Finance,



and Legal teams for seamless project execution.

· Ensure high levels of franchise partner satisfaction and long-term business relationships.

Marketing & Brand Promotion

· Support franchise marketing initiatives and lead generation campaigns.

· Represent the company at franchise expos, education fairs, business forums, and promotional events to enhance brand visibility.

Reporting & MIS

· Maintain an updated sales pipeline and CRM database.

· Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports, forecasts, and MIS for management review.

· Analyze sales performance and recommend improvement strategies.

Team Leadership

· Lead, mentor, and support the team to achieve business objectives.

· Monitor team performance and drive continuous improvement in sales productivity.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree

· MBA in Marketing or Business Management is preferred.

Experience

· 6–10 years of experience in Business Development, Franchise Sales, or Institutional Sales.

· Experience in the education, preschool, retail, or franchise industry is highly preferred.

· Proven track record of successfully achieving business development and franchise sales targets.

Required Skills

· Solid business development and consultative sales skills.

· Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

· Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.

· Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to build and manage relationships with investors, entrepreneurs, and business partners.

· Willingness to travel extensively across India.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Achievement of monthly and annual franchise sales targets.

· Number of new franchise agreements signed.

· Revenue generated through franchise sales.

· Expansion into new cities and markets.

· Lead-to-conversion ratio.

· Franchise partner satisfaction.

· Accuracy of sales forecasting and reporting.

📌 Manager- Business Development (Bengaluru)
🏢 Learning Edge India
📍 Bengaluru