Bed Systems, Beds For Backs, Improved Health
Become a Beds for Backs Franchisee
Beds for Backs is the ONLY bed Retailer that can offer its Customers "Better Health"
Sadly, many retailers and major chains claim to be sleep experts with many years experience within the sleep science industry, but those claims are simply good marketing in action. Unfortunately more often than not these claims are not factual and are based on gimmicks and half truths.
Beds for Backs is different. We have a proven track record, one committed fully to the exploration of the science linking better sleep to your improved health.
Only Beds for Backs stores can offer customers solutions that:
- Emanate from independent and transparent scientific research
- Are effective and provide 'real, measurable results'
- Provide improved health for the user
To join the Beds for Backs team as a sales consultant contact us on 1800 185 185
What this means for you:
If you wish to work in the retail bedding industry, joining the team at Beds for Backs will give you the greatest opportunity to start right. Leveraging not only our name and reputation, but also our years of research, design, and innovation in bedding allows you to:
- Sell more units to more people than you could on your own
- Build a better, stronger, referral business
- Have a greater opportunity for success
- Receive better rewards for your effort
The $$$$ Advantages of a 'Beds for Backs' Franchise:
- Brand is already known and recognized as a specialist bed shop
- Brand held in high regard in its ability to deal with back and health problems
- Brand regularly receives referrals from health care professionals - generally without soliciting
- Brand is the only one that is able to sell "HEALTH Beds"
All of our beds are exclusively designed models that are part of a unique range developed to satisfy customers at many price points. The specific needs and conditions addressed in the range will also satisfy the widest variety of people you'll likely encounter in your bedding shop.
Our range of exclusive designs is the only collection of bedding in the world that can be scientifically proven to be a "Health Bed Range". The sleep industry is slowly catching onto this trend, and our early position and recognition in the market will only make our advantages that much more valuable. In fact, we are currently taking steps to make the Beds for Backs Brand known as 'The Health Bed Store'.
The amplification value of every advertising dollar is currently 700% or more in Melbourne.
We pride ourselves in the quality of support services we provide in:
- Marketing and Promotional
- Sales and Merchandising
- Product training
- Business management
- IT services
- Business modelling, benchmarks and KPI's
- Store Design and layout
New GST Free Status:
Beds for Backs beds now also GST-free providing even better value for both customers and franchisees.
Qualifications Required:
Business/Retail experience preferred but not essential
Sites/Territories available:
Australia-wide and internationally
Business Established:
1998
Training Provided:
Initial and ongoing training and support in IT systems, operations, selling and business-to-business
Marketing Support:
National and Local marketing support provided.
A Local Marketing Cooperative exists whereby Franchisees determine a local marketing plan for their respective regions, rather than a Franchisor decision. Franchise co-operative ensures spend efficiencies.
Capital Investment Required:
Dependant on store size and location
Agreement Terms:
5 years + 5 years
Number of Units:
7 stores in Melbourne, 1 in Sydney, 1 in Ballarat and growing
Units Internationally: 10+
Become a Beds for Backs Franchisee today!
We are looking for people who are passionate about customer service and want to provide tangible and lasting sleep solutions for customers.
Other essential attributes include:
- Motivation and positive attitude
- Business and selling skills
- Strong work ethic
Beds for Backs beds offer many benefits such as:
- Beds are personalised and tailored to individuals to ensure satisfaction of both materials and comfort preferences. We even cater for the individual needs of couples with our 'Couples Bed'' and its 2-sides technology®
- Beds are made to order – providing overwhelming service and satisfaction to customers and also minimises a financial commitment to stock for our Franchisees
- Beds are GST-free – giving great value to customers and Franchisees. This GST-free status recognises Beds for Backs technology as being a health product with beneficial outcomes for customers
- Beds offer great value for customers and high margins for Franchisees. We have the added benefit of not having to pay license fees to overseas brands and companies
- Health Professional Referral System – offers a unique 360° sales process with optimal customer benefit and repeat sales
- Customer consultation process – ensures exceptional conversion rates and customer satisfaction
For more information on how you can partner with Beds for Backs to help bring our unique sleep solutions to Australia and beyond , contact the Beds for Backs Franchise Operations Manager on 0433 003 483 or evan@beds4backs.com.au
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is investing in a franchise risk free?
The risk involved in participating in any franchise system should be significantly less than the risk involved in proceeding with a similar business on your own account. Statistics show that of all non franchise businesses established over the past 10 years 80% have failed. Any retail business involves risk and Beds for Backs cannot guarantee the sales of a particular showroom or its profitability.
Q: Should I seek independent advice before entering a Beds for Backs franchise system?
Beds for Backs requires that all franchisees obtain competent legal, business and accounting advice before entering into the franchise documentation to ensure the franchisee fully understands their obligations and responsibilities.
Q: Do I need prior experience in the retail bedding business?
No. Previous experience in sales or managing a retail or professional business is an advantage and the preferred way to becoming a franchisee with Beds for Backs, however our extensive training and years of experience will help you operate your own store. In fact, our experience with our corporate stores suggests that our staff who have had the least experience in bedding are the more successful in sales.
Q: Is investing in a Beds for Backs franchise right for me?
Bedding is an essential product in people's lives. We sleep for 1/3rd of our lives and there are at least 2 mattresses in every household. Our Ergo-posture beds offer unique benefits over standard beds. So much so, they have been classified by the ATO as a "Medical Device" and have a GST –free status. No other beds range in Australia has received this recognition and/or GST exemption. Mattresses and bed sales are unlikely to be affected by the growing interest in online sales. Consumer preference is to physically test and receive consultation for this major household investment.
Q: Is there a standardised procedure that I am required to follow?
The principle to our success is the use of a standardised procedure. Beds for Backs use an efficient and effective sales process that delivers very high conversion rates. We use a proven selling system that works and translates to helping customers identifying the features they should include in making a very well informed decision on their bed solution.The Beds for Backs systems for diversified matters such as reporting, insurance, accounting practices, purchasing, hiring and training new staff, cost control, marketing, merchandising and other essential functions contribute to the efficient operation of your store. We also have a tailored world class sales management and IT systems.
Q: Is Beds for Backs an established business?
Beds for Backs has been operating in the Melbourne metropolitan area since 1998. The management team have over 30 years experience in bedding and business. Beds for Backs own the Ergo-posture bed range which is based on patented, innovative Australian technology which produces the "real" body alignment everyone else promises but does not deliver. This alignment is essential to receiving good body rest and rejuvenation during sleep. Hence they have been classified as 'medical devices' and are marketed as "Health Beds". These products remain exclusive to the franchise. All Beds for Backs Ergo-posture range of beds are protected by patents controlled by our brand group.
Beds for Backs is proudly Australian owned and managed, giving greater quality control.We are also the major manufacturer of the Ergo-posture range of mattress and bed products.
Q: Are sales restricted to showroom visits?
No, sales of our bed systems, include but are not limited to consumer direct, corporate sales, health professional referral, customer referrals, injury Insurance provider, repeat sales and services.
Q: Does the Franchisee have a say in the marketing?
Beds for Backs offer a unique marketing initiative, whereby the local marketing is fully controlled by a co-operative of Franchisees to ensure every $ is spent effectively and targeted. The Beds for Backs Franchisor maintains the General marketing of the brand by incorporating a Marketing fee which is a proportion of weekly sales.
Q: Do I need back up stock?
Beds for Backs use a made to order process, so you do not need any other stock than the showroom stock. This minimises an ongoing financial commitment to stock for our Franchisees. Our showroom stock range is comprehensive ,and we have beds to suit every customer and budget level. Due to our make to order process our floor stock turn ranges from an enviable 10 to a staggering 50 per year. That's right each bed on the showroom can be sold 10 to 50 times over before you need to replace the floorstock model, to maintain fresh merchandise.
Q: Why do you charge an initial franchise fee , showroom establishment fee and a training fee?
These fees are in consideration of the Beds for Backs establishing, and maintaining the business and in particular compensates for;
The initial right to use the established Beds for Backs intellectual property, and the provison of training and assistance prior to the initial commencement of trading . Together with the supervision by Beds for Backs of the complete design, construction and fit out of the store. We offer a turn-key operation franchise.
Q: Can I get involved in locating the showroom?
As we embark on a National and International Rollout of our brand, we do rely on the franchisee to get involved in the Property Management,( location). The Franchisee has a greater opportunity to select a more appropriate location generally due to having a greater access to the local demographics and dynamics of the area. We still provide a quality assurance to this process as we have a standard criteria selection process that we use to offer a final approval.
Q: The Franchisee fee (6%) is set as a percentage of your weekly sales so that we only benefit as you do. What is the Marketing Fee?
The Marketing Fee is to pool the marketing contributions in a fund for all franchisees to maximise any possible marketing benefits. This fee is set at 4% . The Franchise fee will enable us to service you effectively, providing support to the brand system for you.
Q: What is the investment required to open a franchise with Beds for Backs?
The estimated initial investment for a showroom ranges from $250,000 to $400,000 which is dependent on showroom size and location.
Q: What will be my Return of Investment?
This relies on the growth , profitability , proactiveness of the franchise owner as many sales streams are available of the business under your ownership. Stock holdings maintain a minimal ongoing financial commitment. As we manufacture and pay no overseas company licence fees etc our margins are high. These elements assist in providing a Return of Investment in a shorter time than other bed retailers. We would hope that your investment pays you handsome returns, however we cannot predict or guarantee what this return may be.
Q: What is the length of my franchise agreement?
We offer a 5year + 5 year franchise term. The initial term is also subject to the term of your lease.
Q:How soon after approval can I expect to open my store?
The Franchisee must operate the business within 6 months of signing the Franchise Agreement. If a location is found earlier then upon the successful completion of the initial training , commencement of trading will occur.
Q: Do I have opportunities for multiple-location ownership?
For qualified individuals , we have multi-location development opportunities. This is assessed on an individual basis.
Q: Will I be able to sell the business in the future?
Yes. The franchise is yours to sell under certain guidelines and conditions. Beds for Backs will need to give approval on the selection of the new franchisees in the same way that you have been approved. The purchaser will continue the operation of the franchise.
Q: I am definitely interested in the Beds for Backs as a franchise opportunity, What do I do next?
Complete the online application and upon receipt of your details our Franchise Operations Manager will contact you with an overview of the franchise opportunity process.