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Manager, Membership Development


Job Location:

Washington, DC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 74000 - 78000
Posted: 10 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview:The Manager Membership Development is a key memberof the membership development sales team and is responsible for engaging with senior-level executives at small and mid-sized manufacturing companies to recruit them to membership in order to meet an annual revenue goal. Position leverages the current advocacy legal workforce and operations initiatives and a keen understanding of current political issues and industry intelligence to recruit prospective manufacturers into membership through a proven consultative evaluation -to-Day Responsibilities:Serve as a trusted advisor to senior-level executives of mid-cap manufacturing companies in order to recruit their companies to membership; Manage the entire prospect journey from qualifying through close and onboarding new members; Strategically manage territory of assigned prospective member companies through advanced segmentation qualification and prioritization; Develop and qualify leads to create new membership opportunities with pure prospects; Research prospective manufacturers business line key executives and sector challenges to develop a holistic sales strategy that leverages the NAM staff expertise. Performs network analysis of NAM board leadership and industry-leading members to identify relationship connections to top prospects. Initiates the development and execution of multi-phased email marketing campaigns to schedule first interactions with C-level contacts. Performs initial phone pitch with prospective members and creates a follow-up plan that demonstrates the value proposition of membership. Articulates knowledge of policy issues program differentiators industry segments and how they are impacted by current events. Lead the process of closing accounts and know when to leverage Vice President Membership and NAM the follow-up evaluation through deep-dive furthering calls on specific NAM policy issues member-only services and/or specific programs. Manage pipeline to meet or exceed monthly and quarterly pacing targets to achieve new member revenue a smooth transition into membership working with the assigned Account Manager. Identify and foster leads to other NAM revenue programs in parallel to NAM membership evaluation. Leverage Salesforce to manage pipeline and day-to-day above list of responsibilities is representative of the position and is not intended to limit or preclude other responsibilities and tasks that may be associated with or added to the Responsibilities:NoneRequirements:Bachelors degree; or equivalent work experience3-5 years of experience in sales or account management with multi-decision maker dealsPrior experience in for-profit membership research program advisory and/or professional servicesFamiliarity with the Challenger Sale methodology in previous roles is a plusBackground or strong interest in politics and business policy issues is highly desirablePrior political fundraising experience a plusEffective and influential presentation skillsAbility to work a flexible schedule during high-volume work periodsExcited to work effectively as a team member focused on team goalsMotivated by work in a high expectation rapid-response and deadline-driven environmentSalary Range: $74000 $78000 annually. This salary range represents a good faith estimate of the lowest to the highest salary for this position. The final salary offered will be based on qualifications and accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential Opportunity EmployerThe National Association of Manufacturers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome and celebrate everyones uniqueness here at the NAM. We provide equal opportunities to individuals regardless of race color ancestry religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability genetic information political views or activity or other applicable legally protected also consider qualified applicants with conviction histories consistent with applicable federal state and local law. At the NAM we believe in Second Chances! The NAM is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to ALL. We only require that you have the qualifications talent and passion to be successful in your NAM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States and one of the nations most influential advocates for manufacturing. By joining the NAM you becomepartof a spirited and dynamic team that is driven to succeed. We recognize and reward our staff with competitive pay and annual performance-based bonus programs. We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health dental and vision insurance life short-term and long-term disability flexible spending accounts SmarTrip and a 401(k) Salary Deferral plan with employer match and contributions vacation and sick leave complimentary on-site gym access and healthy snacks in the break room. Become part of a fast-paced team passionate about keeping the United States the world leader in manufacturing.

Required Experience:

Manager