VP, Associate General Counsel (Supply Chain/E-Commerce)

Overview

A leadership role is available for a Vice President Associate General Counsel specializing in supply chain and e-commerce within the Education, Government & Non-Profit sector. This position involves leading initiatives that integrate scalable technology, AI-enabled capabilities, and business transformation. The role requires collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions, influencing architecture, execution quality, and long-term innovation.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $165,000 – $200,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, and finalize critical commercial contracts related to supply chain and e-commerce operations
• Provide legal advice on compliance and regulatory requirements affecting supply chain activities
• Counsel on strategic business decisions to support transformational initiatives
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks with practical guidance
• Monitor regulatory developments relevant to food law and e-commerce compliance
• Foster collaboration between legal, compliance, and business teams
• Manage outside counsel for related legal matters

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar license in New York or another U.S. state of employment
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience combining law firm and in-house roles
• At least 5 years of experience in commercial contracting, supply chain, or related industries, including 2 years in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating vendor and supplier agreements, particularly in the food sector
• Preferred experience with FDA regulatory matters related to food labeling and compliance
• Strong analytical skills to assess legal risks within operational contexts
• Ability to work independently and lead complex legal projects

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Legal expertise in food and e-commerce law
• Familiarity with commercial contracting tools such as contract management software
• Experience with FDA regulatory compliance systems
• Knowledge of CPG regulations
• Understanding of supply chain management software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
• Experience with litigation management tools
• Understanding of procurement and logistics systems
• Familiarity with regulatory databases concerning food compliance
• Proficiency with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or Slack

Benefits

• 20 days of paid time off, 2 floating holidays, 9 workplace holidays, plus a year-end closure
• Medical and behavioral health coverage including wellness and hospitalization
• 401(k) plan with company match and health savings accounts
• Flexible work arrangements
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability options
• Health and wellness classes and activities throughout the year

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.