Local Growth Strategy Manager

The Aspen Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

The Aspen Group is hiring a Local Program Manager in Chicago to drive growth across geographies. You will monitor performance, build dashboards, align local priorities, and coordinate improvement initiatives for underperforming locations, starting with ClearChoice.

You will analyze regional trends, plan marketing tests, and help shape a scalable local growth strategy. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in marketing/analytics, strong Excel skills, and a proven ability to work across internal teams

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in marketing, operations, analytics or related field.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret performance data.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication across teams and partners.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance across local markets and build dashboards for visibility.
• Track local program priorities, owners, and timelines to stay on schedule.
• Coordinate improvement initiatives for underperforming locations.
• Plan and summarize results of local marketing tests and programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel/Sheets

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Multi-location experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

## Local Growth Strategy ManagerApply: Chicago, Illinois: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R2026-011504The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members with close to 1,500 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.The Aspen Group is looking for a **Local Program Manager** to help drive growth across geographies. This person will help track performance and develop insights on trends and coordinate improvement initiatives for underperforming locations (keeping marketing, field, and agency partners aligned). This role will start with a focus on ClearChoice and managing the 2026 local priorities roadmap. Over time, the role will evolve to include deeper analysis of specific challenging regions and shaping local growth strategy. This role is a great fit for someone who is organized, analytical, and energized by turning data into action across a large, multi-location business.**Responsibilities** • Monitor and support performance communications across local markets, building dashboards and reporting that give leadership and field teams visibility into trends and areas needing attention. • Maintain a clear view of local program priorities, owners, and timelines, keeping initiatives on track • Coordinate center-led improvement initiatives for underperforming locations • Plan, track, and summarize results of local marketing tests and programs, and recommend next steps • Conduct deeper analyses of specific challenging regions to understand root causes of underperformance • Contribute to the development of local growth strategy, helping identify where and how to invest as the program matures**Qualifications** • 2 to 4 years of experience in marketing, operations, analytics, or a related field • Strong analytical skills; comfortable working in Excel/Sheets and interpreting performance data • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and keep them on track • Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively across internal teams and external partners • A proactive, detail-oriented approach and comfort operating in a fast-moving environment • Experience in multi-location, franchise, retail, or healthcare businesses a plus • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceAnnual Salary Range: $110,000-$115,000 plus 10% bonus, with a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match