Now Hiring - Fitness Formula Clubs - Arts Entertainment And Recreation Membership Sales Representative in Chicago, IL

Purpose of Position: To uphold our company purpose and enhance the lives of our members and guests by improving their overall health and wellbeing. Enroll new and keep existing members through the effective communication of FFC’s OVP (overwhelming value proposition) and by performing any and all duties in accordance with FFC’s core values; Improvement, Safety, Friendliness, Superior Service and Integrity.

What You'll Do:

• Meet and exceed individual and team sales and net membership goals
• Conduct a thorough needs analysis, present membership benefits that match the prospects needs/wants and invite prospects to become members of the club
• Build relationships and meet the needs of prospective members through engagement such as identifying needs, club tours, pipeline management and relationship marketing strategies.
• Maintain proper use of CRM (GymSales) database, contracts and forms. Effectively track the lead source and missed sales to understand objections and establish a course of contact
• Assist in community outreach and power prospect up to 50% self generated leads by attending networking, neighborhood, chamber, business after hours and open house events
• Network with members and guests to maximize referrals. Consistently promote and present new member and existing member referral promotions
• Staff corporate health fairs, street fairs, expos and outdoor events to generate leads and follow up with prospects
• Maintain knowledge of competition and industry trends
• Attend all membership and team meetings and training sessions
• Every staff member, regardless of position, has a primary and urgent responsibility to clean and disinfect all club components as they are used by members, guests and yourself
• Any additional duties as assigned by Membership Director or GM
• Work during “Closeout” (last 3 days of every month)
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Passion for health and fitness
• High-level verbal and written communication ability
• Proficient in following a sales process and comfortable “Asking for the Sale”
• At least 2 years of previous experience in sales or fitness industry preferred
• Comfortable interacting with prospective club members on the phone and in-person
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Google Docs and email
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and lift a minimum of 10 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation

What We Offer:

• 90-day guaranteed stipend ($4,166.67 for the first 3 months)
• Insurance - Medical (only for Full time employees), Dental and Vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare
• Company-paid Life Insurance (only for Full time employees)
• 401K - with company match
• Professional Development Reimbursement - FFC will match 50% of the cost for an activity up to a maximum reimbursement amount of $200 allowed during the calendar year. We encourage our staff to diversify their educational development. This benefit becomes effective after 90 days of employment (only for Full time employees)
• We provide fitness instructor training and significant discounts on these educational programs (Pilates, Group Fitness, Personal Trainer, Yoga)
  

Other Perks of Working at FFC:

• Complimentary Club Membership to use any of our FFC locations!
• Open Door Policy - Your managers and the corporate team all have an open door policy
• Diverse and Inclusive Culture - Our team is composed of people from different walks of life who bring their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives to form a welcoming environment
• 25% discounts on Spa, Retail, and Fitness classes for all employees
• Employee appreciation programs
• Various fringe benefits such as Nationwide Pet Insurance, Ventra Benefit Program (pre-tax dollars), T-Mobile Unlimited Talk, Text, and Data, phone plans for only $30 per line (up to 4 lines) and more

Our Purpose:
"To enhance the lives of our members and guests by improving their overall health and well-being." Our members, guests, and staff are as diverse as the city we call home. We are "Chicago from Day One," committed to building a respectful and inclusive community.

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