Mode Search is currently partnered with a high-growth apparel and fashion brand. As the business continues to scale internationally, they are looking to appoint a Senior Franchise Manager to support the expansion and performance of their wholesale and franchise network across key global markets.

This role will play a pivotal role in driving commercial growth, strengthening partner relationships, and maintaining brand consistency as the business enters its next phase of international development.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive commercial growth across an established and evolving wholesale and franchise portfolio, identifying new revenue opportunities and priority territories
• Develop and deliver long-term growth strategies that enhance brand presence, market penetration and partner performance
• Act as a strategic partner to franchisees, supporting store optimisation, local market execution and customer engagement initiatives
• Provide hands-on guidance across trading, forecasting and localised marketing activity to strengthen partner capability
• Lead the onboarding and development of new partners, ensuring a consistent and high-quality brand experience from launch onward
• Track, analyse and interpret commercial performance, using insight to influence decisions and unlock incremental growth
• Work collaboratively with partners to improve profitability and operational effectiveness
• Lead high-impact commercial initiatives including new store launches, market expansions and seasonal brand activations
• Oversee project planning, timelines and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams
• Collaborate closely with internal teams across marketing, merchandising, finance, supply chain and visual presentation
• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external partners to ensure clear communication and seamless execution
• Support international market entry through location assessment, launch planning and post-opening performance review

Requirements

• Proven experience in wholesale and/or franchise management within fashion, apparel, sports or lifestyle brands
• Strong commercial acumen with a clear understanding of retail operations, store performance and customer experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage and grow partner relationships across multiple markets
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate and build credibility at senior partner level
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate performance data into clear, actionable insight
• Comfortable operating in a scaling, high-growth business with evolving structures
• Willingness to travel internationally as required

Benefits include: Performance-based bonus opportunity, funded healthcare, 25 days holiday plus your birthday, and flexible benefits including gym memberships.

Interested? Please send your CV to info@modesearch.co.uk or click the apply button.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.