Snap on Tools UK Franchise Opportunity - Snap on Tools Franchising Information

Snap-on Tools

Franchisor of the Year 2007

Industry Leaders

Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users, including high-quality hand tools and tool storage solutions, diagnostic equipment, information and management systems, and "under-car" equipment. Snap-on serves technicians in the auto, marine, and aviation industries, vehicle manufacturers, utilities, and government and industrial organizations, with more than 14,000 products. Operating in more than 120 countries, Snap-on has more than 4,000 franchisees worldwide.

In the UK, Snap-on has it's head office and distribution centre located in Kettering, Northants, has a franchise network of more than 400 and was voted the BFA 2007 Franchisor of the Year.

Snap-on is looking for highly motivated individuals with the determination to succeed in a competitive environment. An ideal Snap-on franchisee is willing to devote their time and attention to making their franchise a success and capable of building long-term relationships with their customers. Snap-on has built its business on service and their franchisees must understand that service is vital to their success.

Franchisees call on their customers every week, which include a variety of businesses:

• Main dealerships
• Independent repair garages
• Body shops
• Transport companies

A Business on Wheels

Franchisees operate from mobile stores which provide the necessary tool display area to encourage impulse buying at their customer's place of business. They deliver a personalised, professional service associated with the Snap-on® brand. Every Franchisee also has an 'Office on Wheels,' as each Snap-on van is equipped with its own personal computer system.

Why Snap-on?

There are some unique features to the Snap-on franchise that set it apart from most of the market today...

• An Award-Winning Franchise System
• No Franchise Fee
• Established Company
• Comprehensive Product Line
• No Advertising Fee
• Financial Assistance
• No Initial Training Fee
• Ongoing Training & Assistance
• Franchisee Business Software
• Credit Assistance Programmes

Compare these features with any other franchise and you will agree that the Snap-on proposition is unique. These features coupled with the legendary product quality make Snap-on's franchise offering second to none.

Training

Training is essential to getting a new franchise off to a good start. Snap-on sees training as a process, not a one-time event. You will be assigned to a Field Group of approximately 10-12 Franchisees, with your initial training covering:

• Product Knowledge
• Policies and Procedures
• Sales Training
• Franchisee Computer Sales System
• Credit Programmes
• Record Keeping
• Van Display

And it doesn't stop there!

Over the following weeks, your Field Manager will accompany you on your route to help train you in the day-to-day aspects of the business. You will continue to be assigned to your Field Group and will attend regular meetings to hear about new products, sales aids, promotions and sales programmes. Working with your Field Manager is like having your own personal trainer!

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to lead the pack, to represent the best of the best, and to have the time of your life while you're at it, you owe it to yourself to find out more about the Snap-on franchise opportunity.