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We’re looking for a driven and proactive Franchisee Operations/Support Manager to support and elevate our Metro Rod and Metro Plumb franchise network. Acting as the go-to contact for franchisees, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly - resolving issues quickly, coordinating internal teams, and ensuring our network receives a seamless, professional support service. You’ll take ownership of network performance, driving standards across SLA delivery, WIP management, and overall operational consistency. With a strong focus on customer excellence, you’ll embed and champion our 7 Steps to Customer Service, raising the bar on communication and ensuring every customer interaction is efficient, high-quality, and right first time. In addition, you will liaise with the Head of Franchise Systems, and provide valuable operational insight & supporting system rollouts aligning with real-world franchise workflows.
Job Responsibility:
Drive SLA performance and manage WIP across the network, ensuring timely service delivery and strong customer communication
Champion the 7 Steps to Customer Service and support underperforming franchises with targeted improvement plans
Act as the main contact for franchisees, resolving day-to-day operational issues and coordinating with internal teams
Support system rollouts, training, and adoption, ensuring processes align with operational needs
Deliver engaging training on customer service and operational standards, while coaching franchisees to improve performance and embed a customer-first culture
Carry out audits and performance reviews to maintain high standards, working closely with internal teams to ensure compliance, consistency, and ongoing improvement
Partner with Sales, National Accounts, and wider teams to support client retention, onboard new franchisees, and contribute to broader business initiatives
Requirements:
Proven experience in operations management within a performance-driven environment
Strong people management, coaching and influencing skills, particularly with external partners or franchisees
Demonstrable tenacity and assertiveness when managing conflict or challenging situations
Logical, strategic and solutions-focused thinker with strong problem-solving capability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
Ability to make effective decisions under pressure while maintaining business-as-usual activity
Experience designing and delivering training content
Strong commitment to enhancing customer experience and service quality
Flexible attitude to working hours and out-of-hours support when required
Understanding of Health & Safety requirements or willingness to undergo training
Willing and able to conduct regular travel to our franchise network