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Regional Director of Operations

National Fitness Partners · Columbus, OH · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

Job Summary

The Regional Director of Fitness Operations is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational success of 10-15 fitness clubs within a designated region. This role directly oversees and develops General Managers to ensure operational excellence, financial performance, and member satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Directly lead, coach, and develop General Managers across 10-15 fitness clubs.

  • Recruit, train, and retain top leadership talent at the club level.

  • Provide ongoing mentorship, performance management, and accountability for all managers.

  • Build a strong leadership pipeline and ensure succession planning for key roles.

  • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and a member-first mindset.

  • Ensure all gyms meet or exceed company standards in cleanliness, safety, service, and maintenance.

  • Drive consistent execution of standard operating procedures, fitness programming, and service initiatives.

  • Conduct regular site visits and audits to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

  • Ensure compliance with health, labor, and safety regulations across all clubs.

  • Own regional P&L, ensuring achievement of revenue, EBITDA, and expense control goals.

  • Drive membership growth, personal training revenue, and ancillary sales through local execution.

  • Monitor KPIs (sales, retention, payroll, member satisfaction, and expenses) and implement corrective actions as needed.

  • Partner with Marketing and Community Outreach teams to expand brand presence and drive regional growth.

  • Ensure all locations consistently deliver exceptional member experience.

  • Monitor and improve member satisfaction, retention, and Net Promoter Scores (NPS).

  • Work with General Managers to ensure clubs provide engaging fitness programming and maintain a welcoming atmosphere.

  • Address escalated member concerns professionally and effectively.

  • Translate corporate initiatives into actionable plans for the region.

  • Identify opportunities for operational improvements, market growth, and competitive advantage.

  • Provide field-level insights and feedback to senior leadership.

  • Lead clubs through change, ensuring effective communication and execution across the region.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Provide back-up coverage and operational support for staff when necessary.

  • Lead by example in all aspects of operations, demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and a deep commitment to NFP’s Core Values: Accountable, Driven, Passionate, Ambitious.

  • Participate in company-wide initiatives, meetings, and trainings as required.

  • Other duties as assigned.

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