Fitness Sales Specialist (FSS) | D1 Training Lakeland, TN
Drive the Scoreboard. Change the Game. At D1 Training Lakeland, we don't just "sign people up"—we recruit athletes into a life-changing culture. We are looking for a high-octane Fitness Sales Specialist who thrives on the chase. If you are a self-starter who outworks the competition and knows how to close a deal, you belong on our roster.
The Mission
As the FSS, you are our lead playmaker. You are responsible for the entire sales lifecycle: from high-speed lead response and nurturing to conducting consultations and closing the sale. You aren’t just selling a workout; you are prescribing a solution that helps athletes (ages 7 to Pro) reach their ultimate goals.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- The Environment: You’ll be working in a world-class training facility surrounded by elite coaches and motivated athletes.
- The Impact: Every "close" you make is the start of an athlete’s transformation. You are the gateway to their success.
- The Culture: Join a team that understands how to Work Hard & Play Hard. We celebrate wins and hold a championship standard every day.
- The Perks: Competitive growth environment, continuing education, and a free membership to our state-of-the-art facility.
What You Bring to the Team
- Unmatched Drive: You are a self-starter with the "first one in, last one out" mentality. You have the energy to outwork any salesperson in the market.
- Communication IQ: You are comfortable on the phone, via text, and in person. You know how to ask the right questions to uncover a prospect’s "Why."
- Authentic Care: You believe in the D1 mission. You don’t just sell—you provide recommendations you genuinely believe will change lives.
- Operational Discipline: You keep the "front end" game-ready—organized, clean, and professional.
The Game Plan
- Speed to Contact: Relentlessly follow up with leads via calls, texts, and emails to set and confirm appointments.
- Consultative Sales: Meet with prospects, understand their athletic goals, and prescribe the perfect D1 program.
- Lead Management: Expertly manage client notes and lead status in Mindbody to ensure no athlete falls through the cracks.
- Retention & Growth: Maximize client retention through elite customer service and participate in weekly sales training to sharpen your edge.
- Daily Scorecard: Close out each day by tracking your wins, inventory, and KPIs.
Qualifications
- Experience: 1+ years in sales and customer service (fitness industry experience is a major plus).
- The "Self-Starter" Factor: Proven ability to work independently and hit targets consistently.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field is preferred (it helps you speak the language of our athletes).
- Certifications: Must be high-energy and poised when interacting with everyone from parents to professional athletes.
Are you ready to lead the sales floor for the best training environment in the industry?
D1 Training is an emerging fitness franchise, that is growing rapidly. D1 Training has over 80 facilities open and 180+ in development. At D1 Training, we inspire and motivate athletes to reach their goals. At D1, we believe in training the entire body as a unit to produce optimal human performance. No gimmicks, no fads; we utilize trusted and proven training techniques used to build the world’s best athletes and deliver the, in age-appropriate programs led by our expert coaches. Nothing at D1 is random. Every workout, every day follows a strategic 8-week training cycle that is meticulously planned and backed by sports science. What began as training solely for the aspiring youth athlete, matured into fitness training for adults as well. With all who participate in the D1 training process moving aggressively towards their goals.