Franchise Expansion Manager USA (mfd)

Craving an Exciting Opportunity

Since our launch in early 2022 we have grown into an innovation leader in specialty bakery and coffee with more than 50 locations across 10 countries and we are far from done. With strong momentum across Europe we are now accelerating our expansion into the United States and beyond.

Our concept of specialty bakery and coffee is all about experience from bold flavours to a distinctive design language that transforms every visit into a true lifestyle moment. To bring this vision to life in new markets we are looking for entrepreneurial minds who thrive in fast-paced international environments.

For our international expansion we are looking for an Franchise Expansion Manager USA (m/f/d) to drive our growth across the United this role you will play a key part in establishing and scaling our presence in one of the worlds most dynamic markets.

Tasks

Your mission:

• 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

• 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

• 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

Work location: Ideally based in the United States as your primary focus will be driving our expansion in this market. Alternatively the role can be based in Barcelona Spain with regular travel to the US. The position combines fieldwork remote work and close collaboration with our CINNAMOOD HQ.

We look forward to receiving your motivational letter and CV.