Regional Manager

Position Summary

The Regional Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing the training of sales teams for franchise locations. They will also monitor the overall performance of franchise locations for their designated region, and offer guidance to franchises to maximize performance. Lastly, they ensure compliance with Driving Academy policy and procedure in franchise locations.

About Our Company

We are the Driving Academy, we provide affordable, state-approved classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons for aspiring truck (aka commercial driver's license [CDL]) drivers, and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to help our students get on the Road to Freedom by earning their CDL! We are Accountable and Results Oriented in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together. Our core value of having Integrity is the backbone of our business and guides our hiring process.

Performance Objectives

• Oversees the initial training of new franchise locations.
• Conducts and leads in sales training of new Driving Academy locations.
• Provides individual coaching to franchise management to ensure leadership success.
• Coordinates with franchise leadership to ensure compliance with Driving Academy policy and practices.
• Establishes and tracks Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) as metrics for organizational success.
• Assesses franchise location performance via standardized rubric to identify key methods of increasing success.
• Coordinates with franchise owners in developing strategies and implementation to address location deficiencies.
• Travels between a local base and franchise locations.
• Delivers reports to key stakeholders regarding performance of the designated region.
• Other related duties as assigned

Key Competencies

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all inclusive.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with small and large groups
• Strong interpersonal skills to tailor training needs
• Knowledge of adult training principle
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Education and Experience

• 5 Years in Direct Sales Experience (required)
• 3 Years in Management or Supervisory experience (required)
• 3 Years Sales Training Experience (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in business or related field (optional)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Must possess or be able and willing to earn a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to spend prolonged periods of time standing, speaking, walking, driving, writing, and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds at a time
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements

Benefits

• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Health Insurance Stipend
• 401K with 4% Matching
• Employee Discount
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities

Commitment to Diversity

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Driving Academy recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.