Senior Manager, Operations & Project Management

Purpose BrandsWoodbury, Minnesota

$88,000 - $98,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Director

Remote

Hybrid remote

Compensation

$88,000-$98,000/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Purpose Brands, the parent company of Orangetheory, Anytime Fitness, Waxing the City, and The Bar Method, is seeking a Senior Manager of Operations and Project Management to join its Healthy Contributions team. This is a great position for someone who is looking to expand their career, and join a company with a fun, fast-paced and inspirational culture. The Senior Manager of Operations & Project Management is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, cross-functional execution, and scalable growth initiatives across Healthy Contributions. This role serves as both a strategic operator and a hands-on delivery leader—owning the operational roadmap, leading complex, cross-brand initiatives, and ensuring healthcare payor programs are implemented effectively for franchisees, partners, and internal teams. The Senior Manager acts as a subject matter expert in healthcare partner and employee wellness operations, incentive payment processing, and program enablement, while setting best-in-class standards for project execution, financial discipline, and change management. This role partners closely with Technology, Finance, Operations, Marketing, Legal and Brand Leadership to translate strategy into action and measurable business outcomes.

Purpose/Impact: (Duties & Essential Functions)

Operational Leadership & Strategy

Lead the development and execution of the Healthy Contributions operational roadmap, aligninghealthcareinitiatives to business priorities, franchise needs, and growth goals.

Partner with executive and cross-functional leadership to translate strategic objectives into prioritized, actionablehealthcare payor and providerprograms and initiatives.

Serve as a strategic advisor by synthesizing operational insights, financial data, and processing considerations into clear recommendations and decision support.

Identify opportunities to scale programs, improve efficiencies, mitigate risk, and enhance franchisee, partner, and member experience.

Program & Project Management Excellence

Own delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept through launch, including scope definition, timelines, resourcing, and risk management.

Apply best-in-class project and agile methodologies, including sprint planning, demos, and backlog prioritization in partnership with Technologyand Legalleaders.

Serve as the keeper of project plans, integration milestones, and long-term initiative tracking (including future-year planning and intake).

Proactively identify and manage risks, dependencies, and resourcing constraints; develop mitigation and contingency plans.

Financial, Data & Performance Management

Leverage operational and financial metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across HC programs and partnerships.

Track and manage program spend, L&D investment, and initiative-level financials to ensure disciplined use of resources.

Oversee KPI development, reporting, and post-launch performance measurement to demonstrate impact and inform continuous improvement.

Operations Enablement & SME Leadership

Act as the subject matter expert for Healthy Contributions operations, systems, and business processes, including incentive payments and portal functionality.

Ensure franchisees, account managers, and internal teams are equipped with clear processes, tools, and resources to support adoption and execution.

Partner withBrand,Marketing,Legal, Tech,Financeand Operations to coordinate launches, updates, and ongoing enablement.

Communication & Executive Reporting

Develop executive summaries, business briefs, and presentations that clearly communicate progress, outcomes, and risks.

Provide consistent status reporting and post-launch insights to senior leaders and stakeholders.

Support and, when needed, draft franchise-facing communications related to operational programs, rollouts, and updates.

Cross‑Brand & Partner Collaboration

Serve as a primary HC liaison across brands, sharing initiatives, program updates, and upcoming launches with key stakeholders and operators.

Support strategic partnerships and pilot initiatives, including emerginghealth and wellnessservices and benefits offerings (e.g., nutrition, GLP-1, HSA/FSA support).

Act as a point person for cross-brand operational coordination and integration efforts.

People Leadership & Talent Development

Lead and develop direct reports, including performance management, coaching, and 1:1s.

Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Support workforce planning and capability development aligned to HC’s evolving operational needs.

Core Strengths & Capabilities

Advanced expertise in project and program management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Jira) and Microsoft Office.

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across levels, functions, and brands.

Proven ability to lead change, drive adoption, and guide teams through operational transformation.

Highly analytical withstrong businessjudgment; able to translate complex data and processes into clear insights and actions.

Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and growth-oriented environment.

Experience in franchise, healthcarepayororwellnessproviderenvironmentsstronglypreferred.

Strengths and Background

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Project Management, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive experience in operations, project management, or program leadership, with demonstrated ownership of complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Experience leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders.

Salary Range: $88k = $98k

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary along with exceptional benefits such as:

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Hybrid Work Environment
Life and Disability Insurance
Unlimited Time off + Paid Holidays
Flexible Friday's between Memorial Day and Labor Day
401(K) Savings Plan Matching at 4%
10 Coaching and Therapy sessions
Mental Health Benefits
Brand Discounts & Reimbursements
In-house workout facilities
Professional Development Opportunities
Team Building, Employee Engagement Activities & so much more

WORK SCHEDULEPurpose Brands LLC, currently observe the following hybrid work model for employees at our Boca Raton (FL), Woodbury (MN), and Seattle (WA) offices:

Remote optional: Fridays
On-site days: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENTPurpose Brands is committed to encouraging, facilitating, and upholding an environment centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion across every facet of the Purpose Brands. We will work to create a sustainable culture that supports a healthy space for learning and growing, valuing, and empowering every employee, inspiring a diverse franchise network, and uplifting the members and communities we serve.

EEO STATEMENTPurpose Brands provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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FAQs About Senior Manager, Operations & Project Management Jobs at Purpose Brands

What is the work location for this position at Purpose Brands?

This job at Purpose Brands is located in Woodbury, Minnesota, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Purpose Brands?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $88,000 and $98,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Purpose Brands?

Purpose Brands lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Purpose Brands?

Purpose Brands is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Purpose Brands for this role?

Purpose Brands offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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