Company Description
UFG, Inc.
Operations Advisor - Set Up
Imagine a career where your passion meets purpose, and your work has a global impact. At United Franchise Group, we're not just offering jobs-we're offering the chance to be part of something bigger. We're looking for individuals who want to innovate, inspire, and lead in a company that's shaping the future of franchising worldwide.
For nearly 40 years, UFG has been at the forefront of franchising, growing from a small team to an international powerhouse with over 1800 locations in 60 countries. But we're just getting started, and we want you to be a part of our next chapter. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to new heights, UFG offers positions at every level, with the tools and support to help you succeed.
Here, you'll find a culture that celebrates diversity, encourages innovation and rewards hard work. From day one, you'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do and driven to make a difference.
This is more than a career-it's a calling. At UFG, we believe in taking care of our team as they take care of our franchisees. That's why we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and perks that go beyond the ordinary.
Are you ready to make your mark? Join us at UFG and be part of a team that's changing the world, one franchise at a time.
Top Five Reasons YOU Should Work at United Franchise Group
- We encourage and help people become successful entrepreneurs to enhance their lives and the communities around them.
- Our team consists of people who are zealous about growing personally and professionally.
- We are made up of positive, enthusiastic, and passionate people who work hard and play hard.
- We are a family-owned company that functions like a family, quirks and all!
- It’s our mission to provide the best customer service to our franchisees across the globe. When they are successful, we are successful!
Job Description
Your key responsibilities:
- Implements franchisee store startup program: 1-week pre-setup, 1-week technical setup, and operational assessments.
- Pre-setup – ability to unload and organize fixtures, assemble equipment and furniture. Ability to set up computers and install software.
- Visits assigned locations on as need basis. Ability to conduct store visits and submit all required paperwork within company guidelines.
- Trains and reinforces franchisees and store employees to comply with franchise model and system.
- Instructs franchisees and store employees on software packages and the safe operation of production equipment.
- Consults with franchisees to ascertain and define needs or problem areas and determines scope of investigation required to obtain solutions.
- Attend Regional Meetings
- Advises Support and Launch Department on issues identified through communication with franchisees.
- Follows up with franchisees on behalf of Support Department.
- Compiles brand compliance data and helps franchisees upgrade their image.
- Completes, maintains, and processes required paperwork, records, and daily reports.
- Maintains daily and weekly schedule in Microsoft Outlook (minimum of two weeks in advance).
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent education from College or Technical school
OR 2-4 years of related experience and/or training
OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Technical aptitude and ability to quickly pick up new technologies
- MS Office, graphic design software, point-of-sale (POS) software, and accounting software a plus
- Eligible driver’s license and valid automobile insurance is required
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Must be able to travel 75%-90% and maintain a credit card with an available credit limit to cover expenses
Additional Information
Once you become part of our amazing team of winners you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive compensation $55-60K
- Comprehensive training to hone your skills at our headquarters
- Travel opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance coverage
- Short- and Long-term disability insurance
- Generous time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Social gatherings and team building activities
- Leadership workshops for personal development
- Recognition for our top performers
- Philanthropy – a chance to give back to the community
Join us at United Franchise Group – a global leader for entrepreneurs!
Apply now!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
What We Do
United Franchise Group (UFG) is an organization made up of a group of award-winning franchise brands. Our franchised concepts specialize in a number of different industries including Signs and Graphics, Promotional Products, food concepts and networking. With over 35 years of experience in the franchising industry and more than 1600 franchisees throughout the world, UFG has been a consistent industry leader throughout decades of economic change. At its foundation are three core values – keep growing, sales first; positive attitude, enthusiasm, and passion for the company; a family-owned company that operates like a family – that guides approximately 200 employees in the United States and around the world.
United Franchise Group brands and services include Signarama, the world’s largest sign and graphics franchise; Fully Promoted (formerly EmbroidMe), the world’s largest embroidery franchise; Transworld Business Advisors, a Business Brokerage, Franchise Sales and consulting franchise; John Smith Subs, a grilled steak and chicken sub franchise; Venture X, a shared office space franchise; Accurate Franchising Inc., a franchise consulting firm that helps turn existing businesses into a franchise
