Director of Franchise Development
Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68197, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Business
Business Development
Join 'DA CREW' as the Director of Franchise Development for Godfather's Pizza!
At Godfather's Pizza, we're not just a workplace. We are rooted in our values of Family First, High Work Ethic, Honesty, and Fun! We take pride in creating an environment where people genuinely care about each other and the work they do.
We're currently seeking a passionate and people‑focused Director of Franchise Development to join our team. If you're someone who is strategic, results‑driven, and experienced to lead our marketing efforts, we want to hear from you!
What You'll DoThe Director of Franchise Development is responsible for leading and executing the company’s franchise growth strategy. This role oversees franchise sales, territory expansion, lead generation, and market development initiatives. The Director ensures the recruitment of high‑quality franchise partners who align with the brand’s culture, financial criteria, and long‑term vision.
Key Responsibilities- Franchise Sales & Growth Strategy
- Lead Generation
- Candidate Recruitment & Evaluation
- Partner Relationships
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Market Research & Competitive Analysis
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Voluntary benefits such as short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Vacation pay
- Employee assistance programs with confidential counseling
- Tuition reimbursement
- A true family‑first work culture
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in franchise sales, development, or multi‑unit expansion.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding franchise sales targets.
- Strong understanding of franchise laws, FDD processes, and compliance requirements.
- Experience managing CRM systems and sales analytics tools.
- Strong consultative sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
- Strategic thinker with a results‑driven mindset.
- Ability to travel extensively and build relationships.
- Previous Godfather’s Pizza Operational experience a plus.
- Travel required (25–50%) for discovery days, expos, and market visits.
- Combination of office‑based and remote work (as applicable).
- Will be exposed to moderate noise levels within the office.
- May be exposed to the outside elements while traveling.
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