Careers

The National Association of Manufacturers is seeking a Programs Coordinator that will provide administrative support to the IRI team as needed with a variety of membership tasks in support of the IRI Community, Programs and Professional Development platforms. It is an excellent opportunity to gain experience with project management, event planning and logistics, membership operations, sales and reporting, marketing, and website content management.

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Join the NAM and Make an Impact in the Following Ways:

• Provide support to IRI virtual and in person events, conferences, etc. Help with production and facilitation of events and content development. This can include hosting webinars, gathering and programming event information into various event platforms, etc.
• Participate as a member of the IRI team seeking continuous improvement of association functioning to ensure positive member experience throughout their involvement with an IRI program, product, service or working group/committee;
• Maintain up-to-date documents with current events and activities and coordinating the logging and maintenance of all event recordings;
• Assist with creating copy for emails, marketing materials (including social media), and website as needed;
• Support committees, committee members and committee meetings. This could include scheduling, note taking, and follow-up on action items;
• Support all aspects related to professional development: live and virtual, hybrid and blended, regional, and national;
• Help in managing and administering web-based project management platforms;
• Support the Research Technology Management (RTM) Journal and assist the IRI liaison to the RTM publisher - including support for the publication schedule, contributors, editors, and bi-monthly subscription reports.

The 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 position.

We are looking for Team Players who meet the Following Criteria:

• The candidate for this position will ideally have experience in an association dealing with member management requirements;
• A minimum of two years' experience in a similar position is desired. Competency with Microsoft Office, database programs, marketing, and web-based systems is preferred;
• Candidate can work on a remote basis;
• Knowledge and familiarity of Learning Management Systems a plus.

Specific capabilities of the position are:

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills; confidence in interacting with senior-level executives from Fortune 100 organizations;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking;
• Demonstrated skill in problem-solving, negotiating, and resolving conflicts;
• Strong time management skills and ability to balance multiple deliverables;
• Commitment to providing best in class customer service;
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The 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 everyone's 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 characteristics.

We 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 role.

The 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 humanresources@nam.org.

VACCINATION POLICY

The National Association of Manufacturers requires proof of Covid-19 vaccination from all employees that are headquarters based and/or remote. This is a condition of employment with the NAM but will consider special accommodation for individual circumstances.

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States and one of the nation's most influential advocates for manufacturing. By joining the NAM, you become part of 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, generous vacation and sick leave, paid federal holidays plus floating holiday, paid monthly wellness stipend, 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.