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Ask the CommunityOver 90 years in business! We sell equipment that supports the automotive repair industry, based in the United States.
Snap-on, a provider of tools and maintenance equipment to the automotive repair industry, is a company with over 90 years of history, supporting automotive repair professionals worldwide with world-class tools and equipment! In Japan, Snap-on manufactured and certified tools and equipment have been supported by professional mechanics and technicians for over 20 years.
Estimated Startup Cost:Up to ¥10,000,000
Industry:Retail/Convenience Store
Unlike typical franchise businesses, Snap-on does not charge exorbitant franchise fees or usage fees for sales know-how. This is because Snap-on's purpose is not franchising, but rather providing the products necessary for the automotive repair industry.
Of course, there are various advice and support systems for franchisees. Thorough support plans are in place not only before the business is established, but also after it is.
"Every effort you put in will inevitably be rewarded"—that's the hallmark of this business.
Three months' worth of working capital (including living expenses): 2 million yen
Fixtures and equipment: 300,000 yen
Insurance, vehicle lease, communication equipment, etc.: 700,000 yen
Initial inventory: 5 million yen
*All prices are exclusive of tax
*Other costs may be incurred, and these figures may not be the most up-to-date. Please be aware of this in advance.
Sales: ¥2,700,000
Cost of Goods Sold: ¥1,850,000
Vehicle Lease: ¥100,000
Fuel Costs: ¥50,000
Other Expenses: ¥70,000
Royalty (Fixed Monthly): ¥30,000
Profit: ¥600,000
*All figures are exclusive of tax
*Other costs may apply, and the figures may not be the most up-to-date. Please be aware of this in advance.
■ Before Opening
- Direct instruction on extensive know-how
- Assistance with opening up (sales vehicles, fixtures and equipment) and guidance on product assortment
- Disclosure of business know-how
- Establishment of sales territories based on market research (territory survey)
- Numerous customer transfer opportunities (limited recruitment due to the aging of previous owners, etc.)
■ After Opening
- Basic 2 weeks of on-the-job training with headquarters staff (free extension available depending on the situation)
- Creation of various sales tools and advertisements, provision of sales promotion tools, and support for sales promotion activities
- In addition, extensive support is provided by SDM (Sales Development Manager)
*80% of SDMs are former franchise owners. Staff who know the field inside and out will provide full support.
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