General Manager

AKT is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee sales and operations for our brand new studio that will be located in Chicago Old Town. AKT is a dance concept, deeply rooted in movement and positive energy. Fueled by positivity and a belief that movement has a powerful, lasting impact, AKT is for all body types and fitness levels. With this positivity and combination of personal training, and movement-based technique, AKT empowers members to become stronger in their bodies, minds, and communities- and they have fun doing it!

The ideal General Manager will primarily be responsible for driving sales and marketing but also oversee daily operations, including staff, of the studio.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of fitness or relevant sales experience
• Confident in generating personal sales and training Sales Reps in sales
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with studio owner
• Ability to manage and drive all revenue streams from membership sales to retail
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills in person, on the telephone and via email
• Ability to excel in a fast changing, diverse environment
• Ability to recognize areas of improvement and make changes using good judgment
• An affinity and passion for fitness
• Solid writing and grammatical skills
• Highly organized, proficient in data management, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Professional, punctual, reliable and neat
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Trustworthy and ability to handle confidential information
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, clients and the general public
• Proficiency with computers and Studio software

Duties:

• Drive membership sales through outside sales and business development efforts
• Lead generation including grassroots marketing and networking
• Manage staff schedule
• Directly coordinate with all vendors, ensuring that studio retail/products are stocked with accurate inventory counts
• Supervise Sales Representatives and Trainers
• Proficiency in Club Ready to include revenue reports, attendance reports, etc.
• Independently make decisions related to high level customer service
• Collect outstanding dues
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the fitness studio
• Enforce AKT policies and procedures
• Ensure all forms, administrative supplies, and studio literature is stocked and visible
• Schedule and participate in networking/community events and studio promotions
• Strategically manage marketing campaigns to generate leads for the studio
• Any other duties as assigned

Compensation & Benefits:

This position offers a very competitive base salary; based on experience & performance. Commission paid on sales. Opportunity to bonus, based on performance.