Regional Development Manager

MacDonald Search Group has partnered with a premier national franchiser, home to industry-leading brands, to recruit a high-performing Regional Development Manager for British Columbia. If you are a strategic business builder who thrives at the intersection of franchise development and operational excellence, this might be for you! Reporting directly to the Vice President, you won't just oversee a territory—you will drive the growth story of BC. You’ll serve as a trusted strategist, consultant, and deal-closer, bringing new partners into the fold while empowering existing franchise owners to maximize their efficiency, profitability, and operational performance. Why Join? High-Impact Role: Be the key driving force expanding a trusted national brand across British Columbia. Competitive base salary plus incentives, comprehensive benefits, RRSP matching, and room for long-term growth. Autonomy & Variety: Balance field visits, strategic consulting, relationship building, and high-level deal closures—no two days are the same. What You’ll Do Drive Franchise Expansion (Business Development) Prospect, pitch, and close new strategic partners to expand the franchise footprint across BC. Guide prospective franchisees through the full sales cycle, from initial discovery to contract signing and post-launch setup. Empower & Consult Existing Franchisees (Operations & Strategy) Act as a dedicated business consultant to franchise owners, reviewing KPI performance, financial results, and workflow efficiency. Deliver hands-on operational guidance, training, and troubleshooting to help franchisees streamline processes, elevate service quality, and boost profitability. Strategic Partnerships & Brand Advocacy Cultivate long-term, high-value relationships with partners, vendors, and regional stakeholders. Represent and elevate brand at major industry events, trade shows, and networking functions. Ensure operational compliance with brand standards and insurance partner guidelines. What You Bring Proven Track Record: 5–7 years of success in a dual-focused role leading both operations and business development/franchise growth in a franchise network. Master Communicator: Exceptional presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills—you know how to articulate value and gain buy-in. Business Acumen: Deep understanding of operational KPIs, financial reviews, workflow optimization, and consultative selling. Road Ready: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the willingness to travel regularly throughout the BC region. Tech-Savvy: Proficient in MS Office suite and experienced in leveraging CRM systems to track growth and field operations. Core Traits of Successful Candidates Self-Motivated & Autonomous Strategic & Creative Thinker Highly Accountable Adaptable Leader If you're an ambitious growth driver ready to leave your mark on the BC market, we want to hear from you. The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive base salary ($100k+). If you'd like to take the next step, please apply ASAP!

Drive franchise expansion across British Columbia by prospecting and closing new strategic partners. Act as a business consultant to existing franchisees to optimize their operational performance, profitability, and brand compliance.

Requires 5–7 years of experience in operations and business development within a franchise network. Must possess a valid driver's license and proficiency in CRM systems and MS Office.

• Competitive base salary • Incentives • Comprehensive benefits • RRSP matching

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• Franchise Development
• Operational Excellence
• Business Development
• Strategic Consulting
• KPI Analysis
• Financial Review
• Relationship Management
• Negotiation
• Consultative Selling
• CRM Systems
• MS Office
• Workflow Optimization

• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Consulting
• Retail
• Marketing

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 11, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level