Overview

Sunmei International, a hotel chain franchise group, originated in China in 2010 and started its business operation in Africa in 2018 has the goal of becoming the largest hotel management group in Africa.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager. Who will develop the Franchise Strategy and recruit new Franchisees who you shall win over.

Responsibilities:

• Build Relationships with all stakeholders – potential franchisees, existing franchisees and Franchising team.
• Work closely with the Property and Leasing Managers
• Regular Interstate travel
• Operate and Implement the Franchise Strategy
• Lead generation, follow up and reporting progress to Director.
• Must have experience in large-format retail franchising, either in hotel owner recruitment or management capacity.
• Great interpersonal skills – ability to work with people from different backgrounds and build relationships with multiple stakeholders. Happy to be on the ground talking with people.
• Long-term partnership mindset – focused on long-term feasibility, NOT just quick wins.
• Positive outlook, adds value to the business and the team.
• Willing and able to travel often as required