Franchising

Summary
We’re Australia’s most famous bookstore & Australian Book Retailer of the Year 2015. We pride ourselves on delivering quality advice, value for money, professionalism & unparalleled customer service.

Location Details
Dymocks has identified preferred areas for development across the broader NSW region.

Marketing Support
Our marketing program covers: Regular catalogues, flyers and key event themes; bi-annual clearance sales; promotional calendars delivered monthly in advance; advice on local area PR and marketing; e-mails targeted and tailored for YOUR customers; above the line advertising; author events. And the Dymocks Booklover loyalty program is an industry leader and the largest of its kind in Australia.

Training Provided
Our exceptional training covers all aspects of the business including the ICT systems run by Dymocks; best customer services practices; promotions and marketing management; integration with MYOB & EFTPOS; complete inventory management and point of sale; business analysis and reporting.

Skills
Passion and the ability to work in a fast paced environment where customer engagement is crucial. You will have an interest in great books, the ability to offer expert advice and a desire to enhance the reading enjoyment of the community.

Year Business Established
1879

Year Franchising Commenced
1986

Site locations
62

History
1879 William Dymock opened his first bookstore. 1922 Site of the Royal Hotel on George St Sydney is purchased. 1930 the George St store is completed and opened to the public. 1980 John Forsyth, William Dymock's great grand nephew transforms the Dymocks business. 1986 the Dymocks Franchise System is implemented. 2001 The Dymocks Children's Charity was founded. 2002 the Dymocks loyalty program, Booklover, was introduced. 2007 e-books were brought into Dymocks stores.

Awards
National Book Retailer 2014 & 2015

About the Opportunity
We’re Australia’s most famous book store. We’re the Australian Book Retailer of the Year 2015. What makes us unique? We’ve been booksellers for over 135 years and have been franchising for over 30 years. We love books and we love selling them to booklovers. It is our good name, our iconic brand and our reputation for excellence in bookselling which you will share as a Dymocks Franchise Owner.

Our vision is to put great books into the hands of booklovers across Australia. We pride ourselves on delivering quality advice, value for money, professionalism and unparalleled customer service.

Our commercial knowledge is second to none. We offer a deep understanding of the industry, backed by years of experience and we know what’s important to people buying and operating a franchise. We understand the importance of supporting our Franchise Owners on their business journey and we are with you every step of the way.

One of the most exciting things about becoming a Dymocks Franchise Owner is that it provides the best of both worlds: the independence that comes with running your own business while being part of a greater team.

With the strength of our brand, the great range of ever-changing products and your love of literature – the possibilities are almost endless.