Candidate
Employer
North America Business Development Manager
Are you applying to the internship?
Job Description
North America Business Development Manager | Sharetea
The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Sharetea, located in Los Angeles, CA. Sharetea is actively expanding its established tea beverage brands, Sharetea and UG Tea, throughout the North American market. This role is responsible for significantly growing our franchise network within the U.S. market, contributing directly to our market penetration and brand presence. The ideal candidate will be adept at fostering strong relationships, strategically exploring new market opportunities, and thriving in an international business environment.
The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)
• Mission: This person will drive the expansion of Sharetea and UG Tea’s franchise network across North America.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Expansion: Lead store expansion initiatives for the tea beverage brands in North America.
• Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with potential franchise partners.
• Process Support: Support the franchise development process, including initial discussions and follow-ups.
• Market Analysis: Assist with site selection and market evaluation.
• Resource Coordination: Coordinate and integrate external resources to create new business opportunities.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates must possess a strong foundation in business development or sales, specifically with experience in overseas markets, franchise business, or the food and beverage industry.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of business development or sales experience is required, along with at least 1 year of experience in overseas markets, franchise business, or the F&B industry.
• Skills: Fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese is essential. Strong interpersonal skills are required to build and leverage professional networks effectively. The ability to be stationed in Los Angeles, CA, with occasional interstate travel, is also a key requirement.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include prior experience working with U.S.-based partners or clients, and familiarity with franchise expansion or retail site development. The ideal candidate will also be self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-growing environment.
