Regional Operations Manager NJ

The Learning Experience
Camden, NJ
Responsive recruiter

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Salary: $90,000–$100,000 annually

Territory: Greater Philadelphia Region and Southern New Jersey

Employment Type: Full-Time | Field Based

Travel: Approximately 85 percent

Location Requirements

This role is primarily based in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region and supports a multi-state district. Candidates must live within 30 miles of a major airport and be willing to drive to neighboring states for frequent onsite center visits.

Job Overview

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to support and guide franchise childcare centers across New Jersey and surrounding markets. This field leadership role is responsible for protecting brand standards, driving operational excellence, and partnering with franchise owners to improve performance across enrollment, quality, financial results, and team development.

The ideal candidate is a strong multi-unit or franchise leader who thrives in a high-travel, consultative role and enjoys coaching business owners to achieve consistent results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a field leader and brand ambassador, ensuring all centers consistently meet The Learning Experience operational, quality, and brand standards
  • Act as a trusted business consultant to franchise owners, providing guidance on operations, staffing, enrollment growth, and financial performance
  • Execute regional operational strategies to drive enrollment, retention, productivity, quality outcomes, and brand awareness
  • Analyze center-level trends, including enrollment metrics and profit and loss performance, to identify improvement opportunities
  • Communicate and train on new initiatives, systems, and programs while driving engagement and adoption
  • Ensure franchisee compliance with standard operating procedures, franchise agreements, and state childcare licensing regulations
  • Partner with Marketing to evaluate enrollment trends and implement regional action plans
  • Support franchisees with licensing, marketing, advertising, hiring, training, and new center openings
  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with franchise owners, center leaders, and corporate support teams
  • Research and share best practices, data, and insights to support talent attraction and customer retention
  • Proactively identify challenges, resolve issues, and escalate concerns when appropriate
  • Continuously improve performance across the assigned region and the broader TLE system

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a multi-unit operator, field leader, or franchise consultant
  • Early childhood education, service-based franchising, or multi-location experience strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of profit and loss statements and operational performance metrics
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business reporting tools
  • Strong project management, business writing, and reporting skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and verbal communication abilities
  • Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule, including occasional weekends or holidays
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 85 percent of the time
  • Reliable transportation required; fixed and variable car allowance included in compensation

Why Apply

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
  • High-impact leadership role with visibility across a growing national organization
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • Work alongside mission-driven leaders passionate about early childhood education

Compensación: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Posted 2026-01-24

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