Snap-on Tools is the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive tools. The brand’s 400-strong UK network is the go-to tool and storage solution for its customers. Franchisees sell the most sought-after tools in the industry and deliver outstanding customer service to technicians from their very own iconic showroom on wheels.
Founded in the US in 1920 and launched in the UK in 1965, Snap-on proudly boasts over 100 years in the tool trade. With a proven business model that has been refined in the UK for 60 years, Snap-on has earned a reputation as ‘the best in the business’. Today, the tool giant has hundreds of franchisees operating territories in the UK and Ireland, and globally the franchise network is made up of more than 4,500 franchises.
Headline benefits
No experience? No problem!
Many franchisees join Snap-on with little to no experience of the tool trade, and most have never run a business before. That’s no problem! Snap-on looks for individuals with great people skills who can build relationships with customers and have a passion for selling. After that, the brand’s no-nonsense training and support programmes equip franchisees with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to run their own business. Then it’s down to hard work and determination to reach their potential. As a result, franchisees have average sales of over £8k per week – and there are no percentage-based royalty fees to pay.
Big business
Owning multiple territories and several mobile stores is possible in the Snap-on network – some franchisees choose to take on an assistant, some choose to bring family into the business and others have built what they describe as their very own empire! Whether it’s business planning, funding assistance or ongoing support to take things to the next level, Snap-on’s expert team is there to provide guidance.
The Snap-on team pride themselves on the training and support they offer to the network. Training starts with ten days of classroom-style sessions where new franchisees learn how to run a Snap-on franchise. Then, it’s time to collect their custom-built mobile store and meet the Snap-on associates who will help support their business. As part of a six-month intensive initial training process, franchisees have a dedicated Franchise Developer ride on their mobile store with them for the first four weeks –helping them to put their training into practice.
Support for life
Franchisees also benefit from a National Franchisee Advisory Council and dedicated head office support line.
Drive your future
Snap-on has a low initial franchisee fee and low ongoing operating costs. Thanks to a mobile showroom, there’s no rent and rates to pay! There are so many benefits to owning your own showroom on wheels! Snap-on has an affiliate, Snap-on Finance Ltd, that can offer business loans to help you fund the purchase of your franchise. To start your very own Snap-on franchise business, you need £9k plus working capital – that just means the money you need to live whilst setting up your business. Snap-on Finance offers funding for the remaining investment on a ten-year interest-bearing loan*.
At Snap-on, there’s no such thing as a ‘man in a van’ – when you become a franchisee, you become part of a team. Snap-on offers support and guidance that can help you achieve your goals, that’s why its motto is: in business for yourself but never by yourself.
*You must apply and quality for financing, which is subject to your personal circumstances.
