Based inPasadena, California,Dine Brands Global, Inc.(NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries, franchises restaurants under Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP and Fuzzy's Taco Shop brands. With over 3,500 restaurants combined in 18 countries and 354 franchisees as of December 31, 2023, Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company's website located at.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Franchise Development Manager to support the Non-Traditional Department. The Franchise Manager will work closely to support both internal and external projects, managing the franchisees/licensees new store opening process in accordance with brand standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in franchise development, project management, and customer service, as well as a passion for driving growth and success in the franchise system.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Director of Non-Traditional as well as internal stakeholders, including real estate, legal, marketing, and operations teams, to ensure alignment and successful execution of non-traditional development projects.
• Manage/Oversee the end-to-end development process for non-traditional restaurant locations, from onboarding to design, construction, and grand opening.
• Collaborate with franchisees to develop detailed opening plans for new store locations, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with corporate teams, including operations, marketing, training, and supply chain, to ensure that new stores are aligned with brand standards and operational requirements.
• Track and report key performance metrics related to non-traditional development projects, including site selection, negotiation outcomes, lease terms, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with franchise support teams to identify and implement process improvements, training enhancements, and operational best practices to drive success in new store openings.
• Serve as a liaison between franchisees, corporate teams, and external partners to facilitate communication, resolve conflicts, and ensure a seamless opening experience for all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in franchise development, project management, or non-traditional development roles.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and people skills.
• Proven history of successful project management and execution.
• Ability to travel as needed to visit potential non-trad openings and or trade shows
• Base Salary $110k+

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Dine Brands Global strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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