Dec 20, 2011 | By Ronaldo Dixon
Photo Credit Vicky Kasala/Digital Vision/Getty Images A fitness sales manager handles the sales activities within a fitness organization. This position requires you to take full responsibility for sales related activities on a day-to-day basis, including membership sales and promotional events, as well as helping in the general operation of a fitness organization. A fitness sales manager reports activities to the general manager or operations manager.
DescriptionA fitness sales manager plays a pivotal role in the operation and finances of a fitness organization. On a daily basis you will be called upon to successfully complete many tasks simultaneously. For instance, you will be expected to help the membership of a fitness organization grow, while maintaining the current membership by ensuring customer satisfaction. A fitness sales manager may also be asked to provide problem solving resources for clients' problems, and help to supervise staff.
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RequirementsMost fitness sales manager positions require you to have at least bachelor's degree in exercise science or physical education, although some positions will accept an associates degree. In addition, applicants with master's degrees in business administration are ideal. Sports management, coaching, physical therapy, fitness instruction or sales experience is beneficial to the position as well. Candidates for fitness sales management positions should have a strong business background, be physically fit, as well as have excellent communications skills.
Daily Duties And ResponsibilitesAs a fitness sales manager you will add to your clientele by scheduling appointments and providing tours, answering questions and overcoming objections of potential fitness members. Fitness sales managers are also responsible for developing programs, coordinating activities and maintaining positive points of contact with local corporate sources. You will be responsible for administering and maintaining a positive work flow in the services office with the design and implementation of procedures that add to workplace efficiency. Upper management will expect you to keep a log of your work activities so they can be reviewed if needed.
Additional SkillsAs a fitness sales manager, other qualities will show an employer that you are well suited for the job. Activities will show sales strength, such as meeting sales goals, the ability to negotiate, selling to customer needs and a willingness to cold call on businesses. You should be able to maintain the current membership base by meeting or exceeding customers wants and building strong relationships. Those who become highly valued fitness sales managers have excellent interpersonal skills and exhibit strong competencies in areas of decision making, planning, and analyzation of information.
PotentialCareer research website PayScale.com reports that as a fitness sales manager you can expect to make between $35,000 and $60,000 annually dependent on factors such as the manager's experience level and the location of the fitness center. The fitness management field can expect growth over the next several years as a result of the increased emphasis many people put on exercise and wellness.
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