Strategic Industry Affairs Lead (Remote-friendly)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Employer-funded Health Reimbursement (

Dental & vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401k with company match

Paid vacation, sick, holidays, summer半

Volunteer time off

Donations matching up to $250 annually

Office kitchen and team events

Job summary

Canopy Management Group seeks an Industry Affairs Manager in Springfield, MA (remote-friendly for the right fit). You will lead multiple initiatives, liaising with clients, boards, and partners across industries such as packaging, sustainability, and manufacturing.

This is a full-time role focused on policy, advocacy, and industry leadership. You will manage client accounts, develop quarterly work plans, and represent Canopy in meetings and events while driving consensus and delivering

Qualifications

• 5+ years in association management or nonprofit leadership.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with boards, volunteers, member companies and partners.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Experience leading meetings and driving initiatives forward.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of public policy, government affairs, advocacy, or regulatory issues.
• Experience with AMC or trade associations preferred.
• CAE credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent client and industry calls, meetings, and events; communicate client priorities and insights.
• Lead sustainability, policy advocacy, and best-practices projects within trade and manufacturing sectors.
• Communicate complex policy issues to stakeholders and develop member resources.
• Attend industry events and client meetings to expand Canopy’s reach and provide support.
• Build consensus among boards, committees, clients, and internal teams.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and policy briefs with Canopy teams; deliver multi‑modal communications.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends and provide insights on regulatory and sustainability opportunities.
• Present policy updates at conferences and client events.

Skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Project management

Written communication

Presentation skills

Education

CAE credential in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

AMS tools

Job description

Canopy Management Group seeks an Industry Affairs Manager in Springfield, MA (remote-friendly for the right fit). You will lead multiple initiatives, liaising with clients, boards, and partners across industries such as packaging, sustainability, and manufacturing.

This is a full-time role focused on policy, advocacy, and industry leadership. You will manage client accounts, develop quarterly work plans, and represent Canopy in meetings and events while driving consensus and delivering