Vice President & Assistant General Counsel - Supply Chain

SRS Distribution; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SRS Distribution seeks a Vice President and Assistant General Counsel - Supply Chain to oversee legal strategy for North American supply chain operations, including private label agreements, EHS compliance and ESG reporting.

The role negotiates vendor contracts, oversees compliance programs, and guides litigation, reporting to the SVP, Deputy General Counsel. Travel approx. 10% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• The JD or equivalent and required certifications for practicing law.
• 8-10 years of related work experience.
• Experience handling supply chain contracts with emphasis on compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with complex commercial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements with vendors, including product supply agreements and private label distribution agreements.
• Develop and administer supplier qualification and compliance programs and audits.
• Develop, maintain and enhance contract lifecycle management and compliance policies.
• Oversee supply chain litigation matters and manage outside counsel and budgets.
• Advise on applicable U.S. federal and state laws and regulations affecting operations, including EPA, FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, Prop 65, and related labeling requirements.
• Support sustainability reporting (GHG scopes 1, 2, and 3) across verticals.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Position Purpose:

This Vice President & Assistant General Counsel - Supply Chain will provide primary legal oversight for supply chain operations across SRS Distribution’s verticals in North America. This role also serves as the legal resource for private label agreements, EHS compliance, and ESG reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements with vendors, including product supply agreements, private label distribution agreements, broker agreements, NDAs and strategic partnership agreements. o Develop and help administer supplier qualification and compliance programs, including contractual compliance programs and supplier audit programs. o Develop, maintain, and enhance internal policies and processes related to contract lifecycle management and compliance. o Oversee supply chain litigation matters, including managing outside counsel, preparing and managing budgets, interacting with insurance carriers and developing case strategies and resolutions.
• Compliance and Regulatory Advisory: o Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state laws and regulations affecting the Company’s operations, including advise on EPA regulations and their state-level counterparts (e.g., Cal/OSHA, Texas TCEQ, Prop 65), FMCSA, FCPA, DOT, import/export regulations, OSHA, and EPR regulations. o Advise on labeling and packaging requirements as applicable to the Company across all markets. o Navigate local municipal codes and environmental permitting (including hazardous waste permits) for branch locations and operations. o Provide immediate legal counsel following major incidents, represent the business in administrative hearings or litigation and provide training as is necessary.
• Sustainability: Act as liaison to support accurate reporting of key environmental metrics (Scopes 1, 2, and 3 GhG emissions), water, waste, etc. from each of the SRS verticals.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• SVP, Deputy General Counsel

Travel Requirements:

• 10%

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time. Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Working Conditions
• Working in an office environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• The completion of a juris doctor or equivalent and required certifications for practicing law.
• 8-10 years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience handling supply chain contracts with an emphasis on compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated familiarity with complex commercial transactions.
• Knowledge of contract management and ability to implement and administer contract management programs.
• Ability to oversee supply chain litigation matters.
• Familiarity with supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Self-starter willing to do the smallest and biggest of tasks equally and effectively.
• Dynamic and engaging individual.

Minimum Education:

• The completion of a juris doctor or equivalent and required certifications for practicing law. Preferred Education:
• No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 8-10 Certifications:
• Law license from a state bar association Competencies:
• J.D is required
• High degree of oral and written communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work independently

The role of Vice President, Assistant General Counsel - Supply Chain supports not only GMS, but SRS Distribution and Heritage Family of Companies as well.

Job Location: National Structure - Atlanta115 Perimeter Center Place Suite 600 Atlanta, GA 30346

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.