Benefits

As franchisor, Saks provides an established business format, including brand name and values, comprehensive support systems, business expertise and training, critical to the company’s success.

The benefits of owning a Saks franchise include:

Over 30 years of business acumen and experience
Proven track record in successful franchising
British Franchise Association approval
Financial advice and expertise with preferential loan facilities from major high street banks
Established systems, policies and measurable standards
Individual business reports
Advice on site selection, properties and leases
Management training prior to opening and on-going
Shop fitting advice, design and furniture recommendations
Intensive induction, the Saks Education Programme and on-going training
Competitive discounts from nominated suppliers
National integrated marketing campaigns
Comprehensive career path for each team member
Customer care training and support
IT expertise and support
Nominated company for accounts management
Business development team for field support
Competitions, roadshows, launches and annual awards
Exchange of ideas, camaraderie and fun

HSBC has a long association with Saks stretching back over 10 years. Saks is an award winning franchise, which has regularly featured in the British Franchise Association Franchisor and Franchisee of the Year Awards which HSBC sponsors. Saks won the Midland Bank award twice in a row and also won Franchisee of the Year. More than half of Saks franchisees currently bank with HSBC. Thanks to our experience and understanding of their needs, we can offer an unrivalled service through our experienced commercial managers, based in Darlington, who have the authority to make on-the-spot decisions.
Cathryn Hayes, Head of Franchising, HSBC