Remote-Eligible Industry Affairs & Policy Lead

Canopy Management Group; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

HRA

Dental & vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Canopy Management Group in Springfield, MA is seeking an Industry Affairs Manager to lead multi-faceted initiatives across sustainability, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration for client organizations.

You will manage accounts, liaise with stakeholders, and present updates at conferences, with a focus on manufacturing, packaging, forestry, and related sectors.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, strategic project management, and clear communication to boards and member organizations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in association management, nonprofit leadership, public affairs, government relations, member engagement, industry affairs, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key representative on client and industry calls, meetings, and events.
• Spearhead industry-driven projects around sustainability, policy advocacy, and best practices within the trade and manufacturing sectors.
• Communicate complex policy, industry, and sustainability issues effectively to diverse stakeholders, and provide insight into regulatory trends relevant to client industries.
• Attend key industry events, client meetings, and conferences to foster relationships and support industry initiatives.
• Work with boards, committees, clients, and internal teams to reach consensus and align goals.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Public speaking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Tools

CRM

MS Office

PM software

Job description

Canopy Management Group in Springfield, MA is seeking an Industry Affairs Manager to lead multi-faceted initiatives across sustainability, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration for client organizations.

You will manage accounts, liaise with stakeholders, and present updates at conferences, with a focus on manufacturing, packaging, forestry, and related sectors.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, strategic project management, and clear communication to boards and member organizations.