Snap-on Tools

Who can be a Snap-on franchisee? Almost anyone! It’s all about attitude... We look for someone with great people skills who can build relationships with customers and has a passion for selling. You need to be dedicated and willing to put in some serious effort, but if you have a positive attitude and the motivation, we can give you the tools you need to build a profitable, rewarding business.

Franchise Description:

You already know Snap-on as the number one professional tool brand in the world. What you may not know is that Snap-on is also a fantastic business opportunity. As a Snap-on franchisee you can own your own iconic showroom on wheels and sell the most sought-after tools in the industry to professionals who want and need them.

No two days are the same, and that’s something that franchisees tell us they love! Daily activities include:

Planning your day! Using the dedicated point of sale system you can easily prepare your bespoke sales pitch for every customer
Merchandising! Snap-on will provide you with plenty of sales promotions but you get to organise your store your way to entice customers to buy more!
Delivering exceptional service to your customers; identifying their wants and needs and offering them a solution
Back of house admin such as stock checks, stock orders and managing customer orders.

“I love owning my Snap-on franchise. I’ll never take it for granted that I’ve had the opportunity to join the most well-known tool brand in the world. I’ve built a business that has allowed me and my wife to enjoy our lives.”

Paul Bevington, Northumberland franchisee since 2016

What are the benefits of this franchise:

How long have you got?!

In a nutshell, a Snap-on franchise means you get to work FOR yourself but never BY YOURSELF. It’s all about reaping the benefits of your own hard work and being in control of your own future. That could mean securing yourself financially, putting your kids through the best schools, buying those dream homes and cars or even building a business empire with multiple vans and staff. Success looks different for everyone but with a Snap-on franchise, it’s all achievable!

Be your own boss and control your own destiny
Own your own iconic showroom on wheels
Sell the world’s leading tool brand directly to professionals
Operate in your own exclusive territory
No percentage based royalty fees like other franchises
Get full training and a lifetime of support from our expert team
Proven business model refined for 100 years!
Take control of your financial future
Grow, expand and create a business you love

Dream big

We love it when our franchisees dream big! Owning multiple territories and several mobile stores is common in our network – some franchisees choose to take on a Sales Assistant, some choose to bring family into the business and others have built what can only be described as their very own empire! Whether it’s business planning, funding assistance or the ongoing support you need to take things to the next level, we’re right behind you.

“My plans for the future are simple really – put in the hours and reap the rewards. Next year, I want to buy a second territory which I’ll hire an assistant to run. I love working hard, for an honest wage, and making my kids proud of their old man in the process. Starting a Snap-on franchise was just the change in career that I needed. And I couldn’t be happier.”

Scott Jarvie, West Lothian franchisee since 2017

Training and Support provided:

Never run your own business before? No problem!

We’ve trained over 400 franchisees in the UK - people just like you. Training starts with nine days of classroom-style training where you will learn how to run a successful Snap-on franchise. Then it’s time to collect your own custom-built mobile store and meet the associates who will support you on a daily basis.

Once you’re out on the road, your one-to-one training continues with your dedicated Franchise Developer who will be with you for your first four weeks. As part of our six-month intensive onboarding process, you’ll then receive a further 30 days of on-van support from a Sales Developer and Business Manager - that’s 50 contact days in your first six months!

Support for life

Our team of 165 head office associates support you in all areas of your business; from sales and marketing to product, IT and finance. After your six-month on- boarding programme, a Franchise Performance Team is available to help support your business every step of the way.

Your Business Manager will regularly work with you to analyse your business and identify areas for growth. Your Sales Developer will help you to identify ways that can help maximise your sales potential. We hold monthly and quarterly franchisee forums, an annual conference and our legendary tool show.

We also have a dedicated Rock n’ Roll Tool Storage Programme and Diagnostic Sales Specialists all there to help support the growth of your business.

Start Up Costs:

Snap-on has a low initial franchisee fee and low ongoing operating costs because thanks to your mobile showroom, there’s no rent and rates to pay! In addition, as an owner- operator you won't have any employee expenses until you choose to hire a Sales Assistant to grow your business. There are so many benefits to owning your showroom on wheels!

No-nonsense, help-to-buy scheme

Snap-on Finance is their in-house bank which offers business loans to fund the purchase of your franchise. To start your very own Snap-on franchise, you need just £15k plus your working capital and then, they will fund the remaining investment on a ten-year interest-bearing loan.^*