Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd
Franchise Manager
Foodbuy | Field-Based | Competitive Salary
At Foodbuy, we’re transforming the way food and non-food procurement works. As part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, we manage over £2bn in spend, partnering with leading brands, suppliers and clients across the UK to deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions.
We’re now looking for a Franchise Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our franchising strategy across the business.
The Role
This is a high-impact, senior position where you’ll operate with autonomy and influence at executive level, driving Foodbuy’s growth agenda through franchising.
You’ll act as the bridge between brands, sales and clients, unlocking new franchise opportunities while strengthening existing partnerships and delivering like-for-like growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the franchising strategy across Foodbuy and Compass sectors
- Building and managing strategic relationships with franchise partners
- Identifying and introducing new franchise opportunities into the business
- Driving commercial performance through structured business planning and KPI delivery
- Acting as the key commercial contact for franchise agreements and performance reviews
- Collaborating with Commercial Directors and sector leads to align strategy
- Ensuring a consistent, scalable approach to franchise mobilisation and growth
- Supporting sustainability initiatives across the franchise supply chain
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience within franchising, with a track record of delivering growth and successful partnerships
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at senior level
- Strategic thinker with experience delivering complex, large-scale initiatives
- Confident communicator and presenter across multiple stakeholder groups
- Data-driven and analytical, with strong attention to detail
- A collaborative, high-energy approach with a clear growth mindset
Why Join Foodbuy?
- Be part of a market-leading procurement organisation within a FTSE 100 group
- Play a visible role in shaping a high-growth franchising strategy
- Work with leading brands, clients and senior stakeholders across sectors
- Drive innovation and differentiation in a competitive market
- Competitive salary and strong career development opportunities
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