Franchise Development Manager
Who are we, and what do we do?
Edible Brands® was launched in 2022 to bring together powerful, purpose-led brands under one unified purpose: to enrich everyday life through celebration, nourishment, and wellness. Today, Edible Brands powers three bold and growing concepts across 700+ locations worldwide.
Our portfolio spans Edible Arrangements®, the iconic gifting brand; Rōti®, a Mediterranean-inspired fast-casual restaurant; edibles.com™, a trusted marketplace for low-dosage THC & CBD wellness products; and BerryDirect®, our robust supply chain infrastructure. Together, these brands are fueled by The Edible Way—a set of employee-driven values that keep us committed, collaborative, adaptable, results-driven, and always ready to celebrate.
Location: This position will work onsite out of our Corporate Office in Sandy Springs, GA Monday –Friday.
The Big Picture:
As a Franchise Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving growth across Edible Brands®—home to Edible Arrangements®, Roti Modern Mediterranean®, and Edibles.com. You’ll connect with motivated entrepreneurs, guiding them toward franchise ownership and helping expand our footprint in new and existing markets.
With strong brand momentum and a growing portfolio, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact. From expanding the iconic Edible Arrangements brand to supporting Roti’s national growth, you’ll help fuel a franchise system driven by innovation, ambition, and long-term success.
What that looks like day to day:
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Personallyconnectwith prospective franchisees, presenting the unique benefits and opportunities of the Edible brand whileutilizingavailable sales and marketing resources
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Manage the end-to-end franchise sales process, ensuring prospective franchisees receive maximum support and guidance frominitialcontact to agreement signing
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Incorporate the mission statement and core values of Edible Brands throughout the sales process, ensuring consistent communication of our principles in every interaction
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Prioritize building trust and rapport with potential franchisees, addressing questions and concerns with clarity and professionalism
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Nurture relationships with existing franchisees, supporting their expansion plans and providing options and resources to grow within the Edible system
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Collaborate with internal teams (legal, finance, and operations) to ensure a seamless franchise approval and onboarding process
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Provide regular updates to leadership, including the Chief Development Officer, on sales action plans, market insights, and pipeline progress
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Attend national franchisee events, expos, and trade shows torepresentthe Edible brand and generate new leads
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Stay informed on industry trends and market opportunities toidentifyand target potential growth areas for franchise development
What We Offer:
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Onsite work environment with work-from-home flexibility, fostering collaboration and relationship building with peers, cross-functional partners, and leadership.
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The stability and resources of an industry-leading company successfullyoperatingfor 25 years, with the agility and innovation of a startup, allowing you to make a significant impact and shape our future.
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Growth & Development – Each team member has a visible and immediate impact on the business, offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth as we scale in size and sophistication.
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Healthcare plans that include health/dental/vision insurance, 401K Plan, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, flexible spending account options and more.
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Paid time off, including sick days & holidays to support work-life balance.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status
