Manager, Government Operations

JOB OVERVIEW:This position is responsible for the overall management and oversight of Government Operations. This individual will control all pricing mechanisms and will support margin enhancement, escalation clause requirements, sales plans creation, and pricing policy. They will also be responsible for all customer reporting requirements for Federal, State and local, and Corrections. This position will maintain and expand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and other documentation to support the contracting process. The Government Operations Manager will be responsible for providing support during audits, contract negotiations, modifications, and the renewals. They will also be responsible for supporting the execution of Government bids. As an operational leader, this manager will conduct internal training on Henry Schein's Government contract portfolios and institutional bids process as needed.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage day-to-day activities of Government Operations (Federal, State and Local, Corrections) team and provide oversight to direct reports.Direct responsibility for all aspects of Government contract management, compliance and administration including pricing commitments within agreed-upon parameters, Federal Acquisition Regulation ("FAR") requirements.Management of margin enhancement with escalation clause requirements, price escalation schedules, sales plan, and pricing controls.Direct responsibility for all customer reporting requirements for Federal, State and Local, and CorrectionsTrain team on Henry Schein's Federal, State, and Local Government contract portfolios and institutional bids.Creates and maintains standard operating procedures ("SOPs") and ad-hoc documentation to support the contracts process and ensure expectations and strategic goals are achieved.Independently provide critical support during Government audits and negotiations.Responsible for the contract modification and renewal processes. Works independently on completing necess