US Government Affairs Leader
Date: Aug 29, 2024
Location: Lakewood, CO, US
Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.
Requisition ID: 32631
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.
We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.
With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.
JOB TITLE: US Government Affairs Leader
JOB SUMMARY
The Government Affairs & Public Policy Leader– North America, is responsible for supporting the development and execution of the organization’s government affairs strategy within North America. This role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with political and policy stakeholders at the federal, state, and local levels. The Leader will ensure that Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is positioned as a key stakeholder in policy issues of importance to our business in North America.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Support the Development and Execution of Regional Government Affairs Strategy: Assist in developing and implementing a coherent government affairs strategy for North America, aligned with Terumo BCT’s business objectives.
- Implement Government Affairs Plans and Projects: Manage and execute specific Government Affairs projects in collaboration with other functions to ensure alignment with regional business priorities.
- Policy Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement: Provide analysis and recommendations on government policies affecting Terumo BCT’s operations. Engage with key stakeholders to represent the company’s interests. Support the creation and execution of an engagement program for senior leaders at Terumo BCT to interact with key policymakers within North America.
- Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement: Develop and maintain a detailed map of key policy stakeholders, including government officials, industry influencers, and key opinion leaders. Design and implement tailored engagement strategies to effectively communicate Terumo BCT’s positions and priorities.
- Proactive Issue Management: Anticipate and identify potential policy or regulatory issues that could impact the business. Develop and implement proactive strategies to mitigate risks and manage emerging issues.
- Internal Collaboration: Work closely with relevant internal teams to ensure integration of government affairs activities into broader business strategies and operations.
- Internal Education: Educate and brief internal stakeholders on key government affairs issues, ensuring they are informed and prepared for potential impacts on business operations. This includes preparing leadership for interactions with government officials.
- Reporting and Metrics: Develop and track metrics to measure the success of government affairs initiatives. Provide regular updates and reports to leadership, demonstrating the impact and value of government affairs activities.
- Reporting and Communication: Regularly update internal leadership on government affairs activities, progress, and emerging policy issues. Prepare briefing materials to support consistent messaging during external engagements.
- Trade Association Representation: Represent Terumo BCT on relevant Government Affairs committees within industry trade associations, ensuring alignment with the company’s policy goals.
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with political stakeholders, including representatives at federal, state, and local levels, to communicate Terumo BCT’s perspectives on relevant policy issues.
Network Development: Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including government representatives, advisors, and committee members, to influence policy development in areas critical to Terumo BCT.
Event Facilitation: Collaborate with external stakeholders to identify areas of mutual interest and support the organization of events and meetings to further Terumo BCT’s government affairs objectives.
Knowledge Building: Maintain and internally distribute expertise in relevant policy areas by attending political events, conferences, and other industry-related activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Experience
- Minimum 8 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field, preferably within the pharmaceutical, medical technology, or healthcare industry.
- Proven experience in government advocacy, public affairs, or lobbying, with a solid understanding of government policy, reimbursement and regulatory processes in North America.
Competencies and Skills:
- Collaboration / Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization and collaborate across functions.
- Results-Oriented: Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results in a timely manner.
- Strategic Thinking / Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex policy issues and develop strategic responses that align with business objectives.
- Business Acumen: Understanding of industry trends and the healthcare ecosystem in North America.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Integrity: High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
PHYSICAL AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
- Travel: Frequent visits to Washington DC and/or Lakewood (CO) are needed. This role includes up to 20% of travel.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Target Pay Range: $143,800.00 to $179,700.00 - Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base: 20.0%
At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.
- Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
- In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
- We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
- We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
- Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
- Respect – Appreciative of others
- Integrity – Guided by our mission
- Care – Empathetic to patients
- Quality – Committed to excellence
- Creativity – Striving for innovation
- We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.
Nearest Major Market: Denver
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