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National Field Coordinator, VDMA America Inc.

Location: Chicago (Travel: 50-60%)

 

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce (DGIC) seeks to hire a National Field Coordinator on a full-time basis to be dedicated to the interests of the German Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association (VDMA).

The VDMA, one of Germany’s major industrial associations, represents over 3,600 companies across a variety of machinery and plant engineering sectors in Germany and Europe, supplying capital goods to critical sectors such as semiconductor, clean energy, transportation, and many others. Some 1,000 of these companies have operations within the United States, including sales, service, and manufacturing sites. VDMA is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, with an office for public affairs in Washington, D.C. and foreign offices in other important locations in key export countries.

The National Field Coordinator for VDMA America will be co-located in the offices of the German American Chamber of Commerce in downtown Chicago. Due to the nature of the position, the successful candidate will work independently in the Chicago office, in close collaboration with VDMA colleagues in Germany, as well as with the Washington office. S/he will be responsible for strategically managing a network of some 1,000 companies on the ground in the United States. These companies are spread around the country, clustered in a variety of geographical hubs. The VDMA America National Field Coordinator’s principal role is to connect member companies with one another in order to enhance business opportunities, improve business practices, and facilitate an exchange of knowledge and experiences. The National Field Coordinator also serves as a liaison between the VDMA in Germany and the American network of companies.

The successful candidate will begin as soon as possible. DGIC is an equal opportunity employer offering a generous package of vacation, health insurance, and retirement fund benefits. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and prior experience.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Travel weekly to meet with business leaders of the member companies
  • Organize events for member companies in various cities around the United States, including roundtable discussions, luncheons, dinners, and networking receptions
  • Build and manage a national database of VDMA member companies with a physical presence in the United States
  • Collect and synthesize information from member companies on common topics of interest
  • Distribute communications to member companies

Job Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of relevant work experience, e.g., in a membership association or similar organization
  • Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field, e.g., Business, Marketing, Communications 
  • Willingness to travel weekly within the United States, and twice annually to Germany
  • Ability to apply a “start-up” mentality to proactively help shape and lead an initiative
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
  • Passion for business networking and relationship building in all corners of the United States   
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Demonstrable interest in the American manufacturing sector
  • Willingness to perform occasional tasks during early-morning hours

***Application Procedure***

Please submit the below documents in a single PDF file to careers(at)washington.ahk.de  with “National Field Coordinator, VDMA America Inc.” in the subject line. Qualified candidates may be invited to a virtual interview. 

  • Cover letter explaining your interest in the position and salary expectations (maximum one page). 
  • CV or resume, including the names and contact details for at least two references. 

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