Franchise Manager

Job Title: Franchise Sales Manager Location: Gurugram Department: Business Development Company: Zypp Electric About Zypp Electric Zypp Electric is India's leading EV-as-a-Service platform, revolutionizing sustainable last-mile delivery through electric mobility. Operating across multiple cities, Zypp is building India's largest EV ecosystem by empowering delivery partners, fleet operators, and franchise partners. As we continue to expand our footprint, we're looking for an ambitious Franchise Sales Manager to drive our franchise expansion strategy across India. Role Overview We are looking for a high-energy professional with strong experience in Franchise Sales, Business Development, and Partner Management. This role will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, onboarding, and scaling franchise partners while ensuring sustainable business growth and operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing franchise networks, partner relationships, and business expansion in high-growth organizations. Key Responsibilities Franchise Business Development Identify and acquire new franchise partners across target cities. Develop and execute city-wise franchise expansion strategies. Generate and qualify franchise leads through multiple sourcing channels. Conduct business presentations and franchise opportunity discussions. Franchise Partner Acquisition Manage the complete franchise sales cycle from lead generation to agreement closure. Negotiate commercial terms and finalize franchise partnerships. Drive monthly and quarterly franchise acquisition targets. Partner Onboarding & Launch Ensure seamless onboarding of new franchise partners. Coordinate with Operations, Fleet, Finance, and Product teams for successful launch. Conduct partner training on business processes, SOPs, and operational guidelines. Business Growth & Revenue Drive revenue growth through franchise network expansion. Monitor franchise performance and implement improvement plans. Identify opportunities for increasing utilization and profitability. Relationship Management Build strong relationships with franchise owners and business partners. Act as the primary point of contact for franchise-related queries. Ensure high partner satisfaction and long-term engagement. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Product, and Marketing teams. Coordinate with finance teams on commercial agreements and collections. Support marketing initiatives for franchise lead generation. Data & Performance Management Track franchise KPIs and business performance. Prepare business reports, sales forecasts, and expansion plans. Utilize CRM tools to manage leads and partner pipelines. Key Requirements 6–10 years of experience in Franchise Sales, Business Development, or Channel Sales. Strong experience in franchise acquisition and expansion. Experience managing partner lifecycle from acquisition to onboarding. Excellent negotiation and commercial acumen. Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment. Willingness to travel across India.