Manager State Government Relations

Government Relations Manager

Government Relations contributes to Cardinal Health by monitoring and influencing state, federal and international public policy in support of the company's strategic agenda. This role liaises with government officials and political groups to promote the company's interests and manages the company's political action committee (PAC). In conjunction with the Legal function, this job family also educates business leaders regarding the current and potential impacts of public policies on the business.

The Manager, Government Relations reports to the Director, State Government Relations and is responsible for tracking, monitoring, and advocating on behalf of Cardinal Health.

Responsibilities :

• Work with Government Relations team, Regulatory, Legal, and business units to monitor and evaluate proposed state legislation and regulations, while identifying public policy issues, assessing the impact on Cardinal Health and our stakeholders, and developing recommendations and / or recommended solutions.
• Prepare letters, testimony, and memos in collaboration with other company representatives, trade associations and stakeholders to achieve acceptable legislative language.
• Act as the primary company liaison for assigned states. Develop and maintain relationships with members of the legislature, state regulators and other state agencies.
• Plan and organize meetings and tours with state legislators, regulators, key stakeholders, and others.
• Manage trade association memberships in order to advance legislation favorable to corporate strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with other stakeholders to advance these positions.
• Participate on ad hoc committees for trade associations to represent Cardinal Health's interests.
• Participate in internal senior-level long-range planning and policy discussions to ensure broad understanding of the strategic drivers of the company's engagement on policy issues.
• Prepare substantive written materials for the meetings and follow-up action items.
• Present to business units and executive leadership regarding policy trends that may impact Cardinal Health.

This position is located in Dublin, Ohio and will require up to 40% travel.

Qualifications :

What is expected of you and others at this level :

Anticipated salary range : $105,400 - $135,300

Bonus eligible : Yes

Benefits : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Application window anticipated to close : 1 / 20 / 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. 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.