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Job Title: Senior Manager
Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire
Salary: Competitive Salary

Company Overview

We are a leading firm of franchised licensed trade stocktakers, providing expert stock control, auditing, and consultancy services to pubs, bars, restaurants, and other licensed establishments. With a strong reputation for accuracy, efficiency, and business insight, we help our clients maximise profitability and operational effectiveness.

Role Overview

Due to upcoming retirement, we are looking to recruit a new Senior Manager. You will be responsible for driving business growth while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations. This role combines sales leadership with operational oversight, supporting franchisees in expanding their client base and optimising service delivery. It is ideal for a commercially focused, organised, and results-driven individual with a passion for both business development and operational efficiency. Applications are invited from Area Managers within the Hospitality industry or individuals aspiring to similar roles.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive new business and revenue growth.
• Identify and engage potential clients, from independent businesses to large hospitality groups.
• Respond to sales leads and manage the onboarding process from initial contact and quotation to first visit.
• Support franchisees in securing local business opportunities through targeted outreach and lead generation.
• Manage and nurture relationships with key national accounts, ensuring long-term client satisfaction.
• Handle first contact with potential new franchisees, and answer initial queries.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.

Operations & Franchise Support:

• Oversee and enhance operational processes to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Support franchisees with best practices in client management, service execution, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director to refine and implement operational strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, client interactions, and performance metrics.
• Assist in training and onboarding new franchisees to ensure consistent service quality across the network.

Key Skills & Experience

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and work effectively under pressure.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking to drive business growth.
• Proven experience in sales, business development, or operations management, ideally within the licensed trade, hospitality, or B2B services sector.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, ideally with experience of supporting franchisees.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, and other relevant business tools.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

How to Apply

Send a CV and covering letter to andrew@stockcheck.co.uk