Federal Market Strategist and Strategic Partner Manager

Thank you for your interest in working for our Company. Recruiting the right talent is crucial to our goals. On April 1, 2024, 3M Healthcare underwent a corporate spin-off leading to the creation of a new company named Solventum. We are still in the process of updating our Careers Page and applicant documents, which currently have 3M branding. Please bear with us. In the interim, our Privacy Policy here: continues to apply to any personal information you submit, and the 3M-branded positions listed on our Careers Page are for Solventum positions. As it was with 3M, at Solventum all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Job Description:Federal Markets Strategist and Strategic Partner Mgr. (Solventum)3M Health Care is now SolventumAt Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.The Impact You’ll Make in this RoleAs a(n) Federal Markets Strategist and Strategic Partner Mgr. you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:Developing and implementing comprehensive strategic plans to facilitate company growth and meet business objectives, including market analysis, competitive analysis, and strategic positioning.Advising senior management on strategic planning decisions and long-term direction, presenting findings and recommendations in a clear and compelling manner.Spearheading innovation initiatives by identifying emerging trends and technologies that could impact on the company’s strategic direction, proposing adaptive strategies.Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of strategic initiatives, adjusting plans as necessary based on data-driven insights.Willingness to be on-call and proactively attend events and arrange meetings within the D.C. area to include liaising, networking and face to face meetings. Your Skills and Expertise   To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited universityORHigh School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution and a minimum of (8) years of experience in operations in a private, public, government or military environmentANDIn addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:Working at a level of proficiency with Microsoft suite such as Excel, Word, and PowerPointExperience with briefing Executive Level/General Officer personnel, compiling briefings and status reports.Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Master’s degree with business-related concentration.Must be able to pass a government background check for a position of Public TrustMinimum of ten (10) years of combined experience in sourcing, government contracts, defense contracts, federal regulations, and/or supplier/vendor management in a private, public, government or military environmentChange Management experience, including ability to lead change effectively.Expert knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology, procurement processes, and systems.Strong analytical, problem-solving skill, influencing, communication skills.Experience leading contract negotiations.Leadership experience.Ability to work as a member of and/or lead a professional team.Advanced level of writing and computer skills, effective communication, and facilitation skills.Ability to multi-task and handle large and sometimes complex workload under time constraints.Proven results and process oriented.Work location: Remote within 50 miles of D.C. Area and willing to travel to in person engagementsTravel: May include up to up to 50% domestic travelRelocation Assistance:  Is not authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Supporting Your Well-being Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Onboarding Requirement: To improve the onboarding experience, you will have an opportunity to meet with your manager and other new employees as part of the Solventum new employee orientation. As a result, new employees hired for this position will be required to travel to a designated company location for on-site onboarding during their initial days of employment. Travel arrangements and related expenses will be coordinated and paid for by the company in accordance with its travel policy. Applies to new hires with a start date of October 1st 2025 or later.Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $160,284 - $195,903, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Solventum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process.  Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers.Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of @. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains.Please note, Solventum does not expect candidates in this position to perform work in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.Solventum is an equal opportunity employer.  Solventum  will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.Solventum Global Terms of Use and Privacy StatementCarefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. 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Created: 2025-07-20