Child Care Business Manager/Center Director

Benefits:Competitive salaryEmployee discountsFree uniformsHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance Business Managers at The Learning Experience are responsible for the financial and operational performance of the Center. They have an essential ability to apply their business acumen to customer engagement and leading people, ultimately creating an environment where others can thrive.Role Responsibilities:BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PEOPLE LEADERSHIPDrives financial performance and productivity for all operational aspects of the centerHires outstanding talent and ensures center is fully staffed with high performing teachersEffectively manages labor; Approves all final workschedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intactForecasts future enrollment based on annual graduationManages center inventory- office supplies, food, curriculum, staff recognition items, etc.Ensures parent billings, account receivables and collections are accurate and preciseIn partnership with Center Director, conducts team meetings to communicate important information and set a directionEnsure that the physical center environment adheres to health and safety standard operating procedures, maintaining full compliance with local and state licensing regulations.CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENTExecutes marketing brand campaigns within the center and implements local marketing activities.Oversees Work and Family program- building new relationships with community and business leaders (Housing Communities, Chamber of Commerce, Local Businesses)Effectively uses social media channels for parent engagement and retentionNurtures leads through scheduling and conducting tours; follows up with potential families to secure enrollment.Leads tours, highlighting key features of our brand and the center and maintains strong connections with potential customersHas a strong understanding of the childcare offerings within the communityMaintains the lead tracking portal and customer databaseCoordinates the registration process and maintains customer and employee information in center systemsResponsible for communications to families (i.E. billing, newsletters)Plans and manages budget for "parent pleasers" Qualifications:3+ years' experience as a Child Care Center DirectorDemonstrated leadership ability with a minimum of 2+ years of experience in a customer-facing sales settingAbility to leverage data to understand the business and make decisionsBachelor's degree preferred