Job Title: Government Contract Manager 

Reports To: Senior Compliance Officer

Location: Hybrid or Remote (Reporting into Columbia, MD)

Position Summary: 

The Government Contract Manager is responsible for leading, developing and managing all aspects of federal, state, and local government contracting activities for Ambu. This role ensures full compliance with government procurement regulations (e.g., FAR/DFARS), manages contract lifecycle activities, oversees pricing submissions and supports strategic growth within government channels including VA, DoD and other public sector customers.  This person serves as the primary liaison between the company and government contracting officers.  The ideal candidate has expertise in government procurement regulations, medical device industry dynamics and cross-functional collaboration.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Manage the full lifecycle of government contracts from inception forward, including proposal development, negotiation, execution, renewals, amendments and closeout.
• Oversee all government relationships including direct, reseller and distribution agreements
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations (FAR/DFARS) and other state and federal contracting rules as well as internal policies.  
• Develop compliant and competitive pricing strategies and policies.
• Maintain and update DAPA schedules and other contract vehicles.
• Maintain and update all required registrations (SAM.gov, etc.)
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Compliance, Supply Chain, Sales, Quality/Regulatory and Operations teams to ensure contract terms are met.
• Monitor contract performance, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Conduct internal compliance and monitoring to identify any potential risks and issues and advise on appropriate mitigation.
• Resolve disputes related to contract interpretation and compliance.
• Develop and implement contract management tools, templates and processes. 
• Provide training and support to internal teams on government sales, processes, pricing rules and contract requirements.
• Respond to audits and other government inquiries.
• Support company efforts in identifying new government opportunities.
• Work with Finance and Compliance to ensure all financial requirements are met.
• Act as primary point of contact for contracting officers, procurement officials, prime contractors and government purchasing entities.
• Obtain relevant certifications for government sales (e.g., 889, TAA/BAA)
• Hybrid, remote possible
• Travel up to 25% as needed

Qualifications /Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Public Administration or related field.
• At least 5+ years of relevant experience in government contract management or administration
• Strong knowledge of government contract concepts and FAR/DFARS, government pricing and other government procurement regulations and processes.
• Experience in life science/medical device area preferred.  Understanding of compliance and risk management in a government contracting environment.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Expertise with government procurement systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with contract management tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build relationships.
• Strong organizational skills.