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Location: Jacksonville, FL   Role Summary   The Vice President of Operations leads the execution of operational strategy for the Superior Fence & Rail franchise system. This role is responsible for achieving business unit financial objectives, improving franchisee unit economics, and delivering world-class training, coaching, and support. The VP ensures alignment with Empower Brands’ strategic goals while building the infrastructure, talent, and accountability needed to drive sustainable system growth.     Key Responsibilities     Operational Leadership & Strategy   Assist in setting strategic direction and aligning brand objectives with Empower Brands’ overall goals    Provide overall direction and guidance for system-wide operational activities    Establish and evolve operating policies, standards, and service offerings to strengthen the brand      Franchisee Performance & Support   Lead the support team in delivering proactive training, coaching, and mentoring to franchisees    Drive improvements in franchisee performance, unit growth, and profitability    Oversee onboarding of new franchisees and ensure effective ramp through ongoing reinforcement      Financial Performance & Accountability   Own achievement of annual budget and EBITDA targets    Monitor financial performance and ensure alignment with monthly and annual goals    Ensure appropriate metrics, reporting, and accountability systems are in place      Commercial Division Leadership   Oversee development and growth of the commercial irrigation division to meet national and regional customer needs    Ensure alignment between commercial initiatives and broader operational strategy      Sales, Training & Cross-Functional Alignment   Partner with the Director of Sales & Training to support sales effectiveness and franchisee growth    Collaborate with Marketing to drive lead generation and revenue opportunities    Support development and execution of training programs, regional meetings, and annual conventions      Team Leadership & Development   Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team including Franchise Business Coaches and functional leaders    Build organizational capability to support continued system growth    Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and franchisee success      Brand Stewardship & Compliance   Maintain strong knowledge of franchising and industry dynamics to evolve the business model    Ensure adherence to legal guidelines, brand standards, and ethical business practices    Build strong relationships with franchisees to support long-term success      Qualifications: 10+ years of leadership experience in franchise, multi-unit, or home service based operations   Proven ability to drive business performance, operational execution, and team development    Strong financial acumen, including P&L management and KPI-driven decision making    Demonstrated success in building relationships and influencing performance across a distributed network    Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills    Bachelor’s degree required    Ability to travel up to 50%       WHO WE ARE: Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Fr