Baxter Healthcare Corporation is looking for a Senior Manager of Government Contracts to own the development, implementation, and oversight of our government contracts compliance program. This remote U.S. role is critical for ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and contract requirements within our medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution operations.
What You'll Do
- Design, implement, and continuously improve the government contracts compliance program.
- Monitor regulatory changes affecting federal contracts (e.g., FAR, DFARS, VAAR, TAA/BAA).
- Keep policies, SOPs, and documentation aligned with contract requirements and standard processes.
- Offer guidance on VA FSS, DLA ECAT, DLA DAPA, VA MSPV, and GSA contracts.
- Lead internal and external audits (OIG, DCAA, VA NAC, DoD IG, etc.).
- Conduct internal reviews, investigations, and remediation plans related to contract performance.
- Develop and deliver training programs on government contract requirements for cross-functional teams.
- Conduct risk assessments and maintain a risk register related to government contracting.
- Report compliance metrics and risks to key customers.
- Ensure accurate and timely disclosures and certifications (e.g., SAM.gov, eSRS, VETS-4212, etc.).
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Law, Public Administration, or a related field.
- 8 years minimum of proven experience in government contracts compliance.
- Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, VAAR, and procurement integrity regulations.
- Experience with DLA, VA, and GSA contract vehicles.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
- Proven capability in leading all aspects of cross-functional compliance projects and impacting executive collaborators.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDE, Oracle) and contract management tools.
- Familiarity with Trade Agreements Act (TAA), Buy American Act (BAA), and small business subcontracting compliance.
- Previous experience interacting with government audit and enforcement agencies.
Nice to Have
- Master’s or JD preferred.
- Experience preferably in the medical, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
- PMP Certification.
- Sophisticated tools' knowledge – e.g., MS Project, Visio, Smartsheet or similar.
Technical Stack
- ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JDE, Oracle)
- Contract management tools
- MS Project, Visio, Smartsheet or similar
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $136,000 - $187,000 annually.
- Medical and dental coverage that start on day one.
- Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Educational assistance programs.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
- Family and medical leaves of absence.
- Paid parental leave.
- Commuting benefits.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Childcare benefits.
Work Mode
This position is a hybrid work mode.
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
