What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager position at Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce?
We’re Hiring: Business Development Manager
The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce is looking for a Business Development Manager to build strong relationships with local businesses and help members get more value from their Chamber investment.
We are a small, collaborative team serving a broad and growing business community. Our work moves quickly and spans membership, advocacy, education, workforce, events, community partnerships and initiatives that strengthen the Greater Spokane Valley region. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and helping businesses find ways to connect and grow.
The Business Development Manager will guide prospective and current members through their Chamber experience, from initial outreach and onboarding to engagement and renewal. The role also supports sales of membership, sponsorship and advertising opportunities, and connects members with programs, events, networking and other resources that fit their needs.
You might be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy meeting new people and building lasting business relationships.
- Are motivated by sales goals and take pride in consistent follow-up.
- Can listen to a business’s needs and connect them with relevant opportunities.
- Are organized and comfortable managing a prospect pipeline and multiple member relationships.
- Communicate clearly and provide thoughtful, responsive customer service.
- Enjoy helping new members feel welcomed, informed and connected.
- Can work collaboratively with colleagues, Chamber Ambassadors and community partners.
- Value direct communication, accountability, curiosity and being part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
The Business Development Manager will develop new member relationships, coordinate onboarding and orientation, support renewals and retention, maintain accurate CRM records, and help members connect with Chamber programs and resources. The position will also support sales of sponsorships, advertising packages and other opportunities that help members deepen their engagement with the Chamber.
About Our Team
We care deeply about the community we serve, and we also have fun. We work hard, collaborate often, celebrate wins and expect each other to follow through.
We value people who are willing to ask questions, offer a different perspective, bring solutions to the table and tell us when something isn’t working. We want someone who will help us continue building an organization that is ambitious about its impact and thoughtful about how we get there.
The Details
Position: Business Development Manager
Reports to: Vice President
Salary: $50,000–$60,000, depending on experience, plus commission on qualifying membership, sponsorship and advertising sales. Employees may also be eligible for performance-based bonus compensation.
Location: Spokane Valley, Washington
Candidates should bring at least two years of experience in sales, business development, account management, customer success, membership or a related field. Strong relationship-building, communication, organization and follow-through are essential. An associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
View the Full Job Description: https://spokanevalleychamber.org/employment/
Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter to opportunities@spokanevalleychamber.org.
In your cover letter, tell us what interests you about this opportunity and share an example of how you built a relationship, reached a sales goal or helped a customer or member connect with the right solution.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000