Franchise Expansion Manager, USA

Cinnamood GmbH

Franchise Expansion Manager at Cinnamood managing brand growth across the US market. Identifying franchise partners and supporting market entry and sustainable growth strategies.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeBarcelona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the expansion of our brand across the US market by identifying and acquiring new franchise partners
Analyze market potential, locations, and regional dynamics to support strategic growth decisions
Navigate and evaluate legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to franchising in the United States
Lead and support negotiations of franchise agreements in close collaboration with internal stakeholders
Build strong relationships with partners and guide them through the onboarding process
Act as a key interface between headquarters and US partners to ensure a smooth market entry and sustainable growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in franchise development, expansion, or business development – ideally in the US market
Strong understanding of franchise structures, contracts, and market entry strategies
Experience navigating legal and regulatory environments in international markets (US strongly preferred)
Excellent negotiation and communication skills in English
Hands-on mentality combined with a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial drive
Willingness to travel and actively shape a fast-growing international brand

Benefits

Comp & perks

Varied and high-impact responsibilities in a fast-growing, international company with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making
A collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment where ideas are valued and ownership is encouraged
A driven, international team that supports each other, celebrates wins, and pushes boundaries together
Direct impact on our US expansion – shape one of our most important growth markets from the ground up
Exciting international travel opportunities connected to market launches and partner acquisition
Flexible working hours to support a dynamic and self-driven way of working
Performance-based compensation with attractive upside potential

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Hard Skills & Tools

franchise developmentbusiness developmentfranchise structuresfranchise contractsmarket entry strategieslegal frameworksregulatory environments

Soft Skills

negotiation skillscommunication skillsstrategic mindsetentrepreneurial driverelationship buildingcollaboration