What Government Relations contributes to Cardinal Health

The Government Relations team is responsible for ensuring that Cardinal Health’s views are represented as public policy is taking shape and that our voice is present in local, state, and national healthcare discussions.

The Manager, Government Relations serves as a key member of Cardinal Health’s Government Relations team. Reporting to the Director, Government Relations, this role will implement and communicate federal and state policy positions on issues that impact Cardinal Health’s businesses, customers, and the broader healthcare industry. The Manager, Government Relations will directly engage with Congress, state legislators, federal agencies, and trade associations; advise internal stakeholders on policy trends; and represent Cardinal Health in coalitions and industry groups.

Responsibilities

Strategy: With the Government Relations team, plan and execute a comprehensive, proactive government relations strategy to advance Cardinal Health’s mission and goals with elected officials and applicable government agencies. Serve as a liaison between Cardinal Health and federal and state legislators and staff to support the Cardinal Health enterprise.

Policy Analysis: Monitor, evaluate, and interpret federal and state legislation and regulations impacting Cardinal Health; identify emerging issues; assess potential implications; and recommend strategies to mitigate risk or leverage opportunity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Government Relations, Regulatory, Legal, and other business units to monitor and evaluate proposed legislation and regulations, while identifying public policy issues, assessing the impact on Cardinal Health and our stakeholders, and developing recommendations and/or recommended solutions. 

External Collateral: Prepare substantive written materials for meetings and follow-up action items. Prepare letters, testimony, and memos in collaboration with other Cardinal Health representatives, trade associations and stakeholders to achieve acceptable language.

Internal Materials: Support team efforts to share policy updates with internal and customer audiences. Responsibilities may include: drafting talking points, presentation slides, newsletter articles, and public speaking.

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred; advanced degree in public policy, law, or related field preferred.

5 years of relevant experience, including significant engagement with the federal legislative and regulatory process preferred.

Proven track record of developing and implementing advocacy strategies and influencing policy outcomes.

Deep understanding of healthcare policy, including familiarity with Congressional committees, federal and state agencies, and key stakeholder organizations.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for varied audiences.

Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships across political and professional lines.

Strong organizational and project management skills, with experience handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies advanced knowledge of public policy and advocacy principles to manage a diverse portfolio of projects.

Works collaboratively across the team to complete complex projects with long-term impact and cross-enterprise visibility.

*Candidate will be based in the Washington, D.C. area

Anticipated salary range: $131,400 - $168,840

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 plan

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: 12/29/2025 *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. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.