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Regional Director

Ballast Wax, Greenfield, WI, United States


Regional Director Ballast Wax | European Wax Center Franchisee

Region:

Illinois (Western Suburbs of Chicago) & Wisconsin (Milwaukee Area & Pleasant Prairie)

Lead Growth. Build Leaders. Drive Results.

Ballast Wax is growing - and we’re looking for a

Regional Director

who is passionate about people, performance, and building exceptional multi-unit operations.

As a leading franchisee of

European Wax Center , we combine the power of a national brand with the heart of a people-first organization. Our teams deliver confident, consistent, and professional experiences for every guest, every visit.

The Regional Director plays a critical leadership role guiding multiple centers across our Illinois (Western Suburbs) and Wisconsin markets, driving strong business results while creating exceptional experiences for guests and associates.

If you love developing leaders, improving performance, and building strong cultures across multiple locations - this role is for you.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $90,000 annually

Monthly bonus compensation plan tied to regional performance

2 weeks paid time off annually

Medical insurance with up to 55% employer contribution

Supplemental insurance benefits available at 100% employee cost

401(k) with employer match

Flexible, independent scheduling aligned with operational needs

Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization

What You’ll Do Lead Multi-Unit Operations

Coach and develop District Managers, Center Managers, and Leaders

Drive performance, accountability, and operational excellence

Support teams in delivering outstanding guest experiences

Drive Business Performance

Monitor KPIs and implement action plans to improve results

Conduct business reviews and performance planning

Optimize revenue, labor, and profitability across districts

Build Leaders & Culture

Recruit and develop high-performing leadership teams

Create succession plans and strong talent pipelines

Champion a positive, inclusive, and accountable culture

Support Local Growth

Partner with teams to drive guest acquisition through local marketing

Encourage community engagement and brand visibility

Ensure Operational Excellence

Uphold brand standards and company policies

Partner with corporate teams and vendors to support operations

What We're Looking For

Proven success leading multi-unit teams

Strong business and financial acumen

Ability to coach leaders to higher performance

Data-driven decision maker

Excellent communicator and relationship builder

High accountability and integrity

Qualifications

5–7 years multi-unit leadership experience

Demonstrated success driving sales, operations, and guest satisfaction

Experience developing and leading high-performing teams

Experience using POS systems and Microsoft Office tools

Work Requirements

Ability to travel up to 80% within assigned region

Required in centers approximately 4 days per week

Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs

Reliable transportation required

Why Join Ballast Wax? We're building something special. Our culture is grounded in four simple values:

We do the right thing

We delight our guests

We care about each other

We have fun while being awesome

As we continue expanding nationally, this role offers strong opportunity to shape operations, develop leaders, and grow your own career along the way.

Ready to Join Us? If you're excited about leading teams, driving performance, and building strong cultures across multiple locations, we'd love to connect.

Apply today and help us grow the Ballast Wax story. Legal and EEO This role is offered by

Ballast Wax Services, LLC , an independent franchisee of European Wax Center. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and do not discriminate based on any protected status.

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