Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce Partnership Manager

 
Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce Partnership Manager

General Statement of Job: Under limited supervision, the Partnership Manager is responsible for recruiting and onboarding new members, driving member retention, and developing professional relationships with businesses in the community. This role promotes the Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce, supports sponsorship and marketing opportunities and assists in developing programs aligned with the Chamber’s mission and member needs. Reports directly to the Chamber President. 

Member Recruitment & Sales

• Proactively prospect, schedule in person meetings, and engage non-members to secure new members
• Actively seek new leads and follow up as appropriate
• Develop new member marketing materials when necessary
• Collaborate with the President annually to review the investment structure and develop new marketing collateral
• Develop and maintain a robust non-member pipeline database

• Design and execute ongoing strategies for membership retention, growth, and partnership development.
• Facilitate and continuously improve monthly Chamber 101 and Chamber 201 programs (alternating monthly) 
• Conduct proactive outreach (via phone or personal visits) to a minimum of ten current members per month
• Manage outreach for members with outstanding dues and conduct exit interviews with former members to gather feedback when appropriate
• Promote and grow the Chamber Connect Program

• Maintain accurate member records and update CRM when changes are reported
• Facilitate and take meeting minutes for the Ambassador Committee
• Assist with sales of sponsorship and advertising as needed
• Attend and support monthly and signature events (some evening and weekend hours required)
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the President

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of two years of experience in sales/marketing positions with preference to experience working for a Chamber of Commerce or in association management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, familiarity with CRM or chamber management software. Training will be provided on ChamberMaster.
• Physical capacity to perform general office work as well as service indoor and outdoor events and activities including ability to sit for extended periods of time, stand and walk for extended periods of time including outdoors, and lift up to 45 pounds on an occasional basis and lift up to 15 pounds on a regular basis.

• Must possess a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.