King of Knives
Concept:
Kitchenware Retailer
Capital Investment Required:
New stores are approximately $250,000 incl stock, fit-out, etc). Existing stores vary depending on their performance.
Sites Territories Available:
Nationwide (King of Knives are located in all States except Tasmania, and in New Zealand).
Qualifications Required:
- Strong leadership, communication and administration skills.
- Enjoy working with people and being part of a team.
- The ambition to develop and grow a business.
- Drive, initiative and the ability to work independently and make your own decisions.
- The desire to be an owner operator and a passion for sales.
- Willingness to follow the franchisors proven systems.
- Enjoy working with people and being part of a team.
- The ambition to develop and grow a business.
- Drive, initiative and the ability to work independently and make your own decisions.
- The desire to be an owner operator and a passion for sales.
- Willingness to follow the franchisors proven systems.
Business Established:
1987
Franchising Commenced:
2005
Training Provided:
4 weeks comprehensive training at National Office (Where possible) and in-store, plus additional in-store support when the store opens and on-going support from National Office.
Marketing Support:
TV, Catalogues, in-store point of sale, newspapers, local store marketing, public relations and digital marketing.
Agreement Terms:
5 years + 5 years (New stores)
Number Of Units:
60+ Stores but only 13 franchised
Units Outside Country:
8 in New Zealand
FCA Member
24 Years of retail experience, 65 + stores and growing!
With over 65 stores, Australia’s premier retailer of knives, kitchenware, outdoor and leisure tools has developed a category leading brand over 24 years. We are a unique concept that has no other specialist national competitor. Our customers come from the domestic, trade and professional markets. The new culinary revolution in which customers have gone from food as fuel to food as a hobby has resulted in increased interest and sales in our products. The outdoor tools add a further dimension, appealing in particular, to men. All of these customers are looking for quality products and staff expertise.
Why Choose King of Knives
It’s YOUR business: Franchisees choose their own stock, ensuring they are in control of their business and meeting local needs and tastes
Product and Pricing: Franchisees benefit from our exceptional buying power as well as our own exclusive high margin house brands.
Customer Service: We pride ourselves in our ability to offer our customers sound advice and exceptional service. Uniquely, each store has a “demonstration table” which allows customers to trial products before they buy.
Marketing: With 92% brand recognition, King of Knives undertakes on-going marketing and promotional activity which builds awareness through in-store promotional material, catalogues, on-line and magazine and newspaper advertising. Local area marketing is also supported by Support Office.
Experience: An experienced and dedicated management team with vast retail knowledge and proven successes.
Communication: We are committed to your success and believe that this can only be achieved with your feedback. We have an open and honest culture, where everyone from the MD to warehouse staff are only a phone call away. Regular franchise meetings and our much anticipated National Conference ensure you are a part of a team. Australian: Australian owned and proud of it
King of Knives Support
Site and Lease Negotiation: We bring our collective experience and bargaining power to assist you.
Shop Fitting: We manage the store design, fit-out, plans and approval.
Opening Stock: Our buyers will assist you with opening stock orders, specials and suggested quantities.
Visual Merchandising: We help you with initial merchandising and on-going support.
Staff: We assist you in staff recruitment and employment issues.
Training: Our comprehensive training ensures that franchisees are experts in their field
On-Going Support: Training does not stop at the establishment of your business. We are committed to on-going training for you and your staff.
Kick Start Your Business with $20,000 FREE STOCK!
King of Knives is offering $20,00 free stock to the first 3 franchises sold in 2012*
*Conditions Apply
If you are looking for a business that recognizes your entrepreneurship, values you and your contribution, and offers hands on support and training we want to hear from you.
With over 65 stores, Australia’s premier retailer of knives, kitchenware, outdoor and leisure tools has developed a category leading brand over 24 years. We are a unique concept that has no other specialist national competitor. Our customers come from the domestic, trade and professional markets. The new culinary revolution in which customers have gone from food as fuel to food as a hobby has resulted in increased interest and sales in our products. The outdoor tools add a further dimension, appealing in particular, to men. All of these customers are looking for quality products and staff expertise.
Why Choose King of Knives
It’s YOUR business: Franchisees choose their own stock, ensuring they are in control of their business and meeting local needs and tastes
Product and Pricing: Franchisees benefit from our exceptional buying power as well as our own exclusive high margin house brands.
Customer Service: We pride ourselves in our ability to offer our customers sound advice and exceptional service. Uniquely, each store has a “demonstration table” which allows customers to trial products before they buy.
Marketing: With 92% brand recognition, King of Knives undertakes on-going marketing and promotional activity which builds awareness through in-store promotional material, catalogues, on-line and magazine and newspaper advertising. Local area marketing is also supported by Support Office.
Experience: An experienced and dedicated management team with vast retail knowledge and proven successes.
Communication: We are committed to your success and believe that this can only be achieved with your feedback. We have an open and honest culture, where everyone from the MD to warehouse staff are only a phone call away. Regular franchise meetings and our much anticipated National Conference ensure you are a part of a team. Australian: Australian owned and proud of it
King of Knives Support
Site and Lease Negotiation: We bring our collective experience and bargaining power to assist you.
Shop Fitting: We manage the store design, fit-out, plans and approval.
Opening Stock: Our buyers will assist you with opening stock orders, specials and suggested quantities.
Visual Merchandising: We help you with initial merchandising and on-going support.
Staff: We assist you in staff recruitment and employment issues.
Training: Our comprehensive training ensures that franchisees are experts in their field
On-Going Support: Training does not stop at the establishment of your business. We are committed to on-going training for you and your staff.
Kick Start Your Business with $20,000 FREE STOCK!
King of Knives is offering $20,00 free stock to the first 3 franchises sold in 2012*
*Conditions Apply
If you are looking for a business that recognizes your entrepreneurship, values you and your contribution, and offers hands on support and training we want to hear from you.
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Contact King of Knives
PO Box 319
Rosebery
NSW 1445
Fax: 02 8339 0576
