Assistant Regional Director

Vanguard Cleaning Systems is a trusted franchise organization established in 1984, supporting over 2,000 independently owned and operated franchised commercial cleaning businesses. With a network of 50+ Area Franchise offices across North America, Vanguard serves more than 15,000 clients, including businesses, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and non-profits. Recognized as one of the top 50 franchises on Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500 List, Vanguard is known for its excellence in commercial cleaning services. For more information, visit

This is a full-time remote position for an Assistant Regional Director. The Assistant Regional Director will manage day-to-day operations in the assigned region, including supporting franchise owners, ensuring compliance with company standards, and developing strategies for regional growth. Key responsibilities include performance coaching, problem-solving, managing client relations, and overseeing operational logistics to achieve business goals.

• Strong leadership, team management, and performance coaching skills
• Effective communication, relationship management, and conflict resolution abilities
• Experience in operations management, process optimization, and problem-solving
• Knowledge of sales, business development, and client service best practices
• Proficiency in digital tools and software for remote work and project management
• Proven capacity to work independently while supporting diverse teams
• Willingness to travel as needed within the assigned region
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred
• Experience in the franchising or commercial cleaning industry is a plus