Manager, Federal Government Relations

The Senior Manager, Federal Government Relations reports to the Director, Federal Government Relations and executes federal advocacy strategies to advance Cardinal Health’s business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Build, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with congressional offices, committees, and relevant stakeholders to monitor policy developments and support advocacy efforts that align with business objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate proposed federal legislation and regulations, assess the impact on Cardinal Health and its stakeholders, and develop recommendations and solutions. Track relevant congressional committees, federal agencies, and policy initiatives.
• Represent Cardinal Health in key trade associations, coalitions, and industry working groups, influencing policy positions and coordinating advocacy strategies that support the company’s priorities.
• Develop policy analyses, talking points, comment letters, and congressional briefing materials to support leadership engagement and advocacy efforts.
• Assist in planning and executing executive engagement opportunities with elected officials and government stakeholders.
• Support the company’s political engagement activities, including PAC events and relationship-building initiatives with policymakers.
• This position is located in Washington, D.C.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university strongly preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience in federal government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Recent Capitol Hill or administration experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with healthcare, trade, or supply chain legislative and regulatory issues, as well as applicable governmental agencies and congressional committees.
• Fluency with political and legislative processes.

What is expected of the Senior Manager role and others at this level

• Anticipate emerging legislative, regulatory, and political risks and opportunities, developing proactive strategies to support business objectives.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational objectives.
• Demonstrate thought leadership and subject matter expertise in key policy areas.
• Participate in the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and processes that support Government Relations objectives.
• Drive the planning and execution of complex short- and long-term projects, working across teams and functions to advance priorities.
• Mentor and support the development of team members.
• Consistently exhibit enterprise leadership behaviors, including accountability, collaboration, inclusivity, and commitment to results.

Anticipated salary range: $131,100 - $168,500
Bonus eligible: Yes
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/13/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.