Business Consultants are responsible for an assigned portfolio of Franchisees. They collaborate with Franchisees to set and achieve-or-exceed goals for their networks to drive the business in the areas of sales, profits, and network growth. To accomplish this, Business Consultants will focus on coaching and influencing Franchise organizations in their delivery of consistent and safe brand experience, same-store comp growth, and (where applicable) organizational preparation for additional unit growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

Achieve the operations and business performance goals for their portfolio of Franchisees, as set by their regional operations leader.
Facilitate Annual Planning and Franchise Business Review process with Franchisees to assess performance based on previous goals and commitments, and to align on future goals and commitments. Align priority areas with Franchisee to drive the business in sales, profitability and network growth, while delivering a safe and consistent brand experience. Develop plan to coach Franchisee, through regular check-ins, to follow-through on commitments.
Track and review on-going data and analytics to guide Franchisee actions toward their goals, commitments, and plans. Interpret data to provide coaching and recommendations on priorities for Franchisee to address. Follow up on Franchisee commitments and monitor data to check progress.
Support Franchisees in understanding the processes for remodeling and building new restaurants. Align with the construction team and the Franchisee, monitor the milestones, and hold the Franchisee accountable to ensure that completed facilities meet required operational specifications. Provide support during all remodel and new store openings.
Facilitate communications between Franchisee and applicable cross-functional partners based on Franchisee’s individual goals and opportunities in pursuit of safe and consistent brand experience, same-store growth, and preparations for unit growth
Participate and work “as-needed” with the Field Marketing Team on updates for operations initiatives and new marketing product and promotion rollouts. Monitor and support the execution of local, DMA and regional marketing plans.
Perform evaluations on restaurants as-needed based on the Franchisee Business Review process or other indicators
Partner with Field Training Team to coordinate training support to the franchisee.
Ensure the effective use of G&A expenses within parameters set by regional leads.
Complete all responsible administrative functions and requirements of the position in a timely manner.

Education Requirements

Minimum

High School or GED

Preferred

4 Year / Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience

5 years in supervisory management or district level multi-unit operations
Prior leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills – able to effectively manage time, plan, and work independently with minimal supervision
Must be able to build credibility and trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Able to develop and execute plans to drive results
Able to use data to inform decisions
Able to bring people together to solve problems
Resourceful and highly adaptable to changes in direction; can effectively adapt to different situations and personalities
Curious with a desire for continuous learning
Thorough understanding and knowledge of restaurant operations
Sound business and financial acumen
Skilled at consultation and strategic coaching
Compliance orientation
Big-picture orientation
Innovation and creativity

Travel Required

Must be willing to travel to consult with portfolio of franchisees, based upon the needs of the portfolio

When you work at Arby's,it’smore than just a job;it’san opportunity to prioritize your growth and development while having a ton of fun.We'reproud of the food we serve. Our goal is to be the best in the business, and wecan'tdo that without great people like you! 

We anticipate accepting applications until 6/11/2026

$90,000 - $125,000 per year

The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position.  Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.

Employees (and their families) may elect to be covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, and can enroll in our company’s 401K plan. Employees receive a PTO plan plus up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year and are eligible to participate in the company bonus program.   

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

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