The Association for association professionals in Chicagoland
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL-Hybrid Workplace
Schaumburg
Posted: 16-Apr-26
Location: Remote options are available.
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
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Additional Information:
About Us:
The Society of Dermatology Physician Associates is dedicated to advancing the DermPA™ profession through knowledge, advocacy, leadership, and engagement. We are committed to ensuring our members thrive by providing programs and services to support their professional development and professional practice over the span of their career as a DermPATM.
Position Summary
The Industry Manager is responsible for managing relationships with corporate partners within the dermatology industry, including pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations. Serving as the primary point of contact, this role ensures the successful execution of sponsorships, exhibits, advertising, and other partnership deliverables that support SDPA’s mission.
This position plays a critical role in supporting non-dues revenue while maintaining alignment with the association’s educational and ethical standards. The Industry Manager collaborates across departments to deliver high-quality partner experiences at conferences, leadership events, and through year-round engagement opportunities.
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Director, Organizational Effectiveness
- Works closely with:
- CEO & Executive Director
- VP, Membership & Marketing
- VP, Education & Meetings
- Direct reports: None
Key Responsibilities
Industry Partner Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all corporate partners and industry stakeholders
- Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with organizations in dermatology and related fields
- Ensure partner needs are met while upholding the association’s mission and compliance standards
- Manage ongoing communications, including onboarding, updates, and issue resolution
Revenue & Partnership Support
- Support revenue-generating initiatives, including:
- Corporate partnerships and sponsorship programs
- Annual conference and exhibit sales
- Leadership summit sponsorships
- Advertising and promotional opportunities
- Dermcast/webinar opportunities in coordination with production partner
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure partner benefits are clearly defined and delivered
- Assist leadership in tracking and supporting partnership pipeline activities
Contracting & Financial Management
- Lead the development and execution of contracts and Letters of Agreement (LOAs)
- Manage accounts receivable and invoicing, ensuring timely billing and payment collection
- Maintain accurate financial and partner records in alignment with nonprofit standards
Deliverables & Program Execution
- Oversee and track all sponsorship and partnership deliverables
- Tracking deliverables and engagement metrics annually and reporting both quarterly
- Coordinate with:
- Marketing (for promotions, advertising, and visibility)
- Meetings/Education (for conference and event execution)
- Ensure all commitments are fulfilled on time and at a high standard
- Troubleshoot and resolve any delivery or logistical challenges
- Prepare for industry conversations at SDPA summer & fall conferences (industry roundtables), AAD, DEF and other annual touch points, including:
- Coordinate the meeting schedule and logistics
- Coordinate read-aheads including bios of industry attendees
- Work with the marketing team to prepare collateral to support data/metrics related to industry (reported individually for corporate partners, and collectively for all others)
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Membership & Marketing teams to support promotional efforts
- Education & Meetings teams for event-related deliverables
- Organizational leadership for alignment and oversight
- Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners
Strategic Contribution
- Provide input on industry engagement strategy and partnership offerings
- Share insights on dermatology market trends and partner feedback
- Support the development of new sponsorship opportunities aligned with member needs
Key Competencies
- Relationship and stakeholder management
- Operational execution and attention to detail
- Cross-functional coordination
- Financial and contract management
- Mission-driven mindset with ethical awareness
Success Measures
- High levels of corporate partner satisfaction and retention
- Accurate and timely execution of all deliverables
- Efficient contract and invoicing processes
- Strong collaboration across departments
- Contribution to growth in non-dues revenue
Personal Attributes:
- Passion for the mission and values of the Society of Dermatology Physician Associates.
- Highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work virtually from a home office, as required.
- Travel to conferences and other meetings between 3-5 times per year, as required.
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Position Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 4–7 years of experience in nonprofit associations, healthcare, medical education, or industry relations
- Experience working with pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies preferred
- Familiarity with continuing medical education (CME) environments and compliance considerations is a plus
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
