The Associate Counsel – Procurement Legal will lead the provision of legal support for the indirect supply chain, including negotiating complex agreements for SaaS, software, IT and business process outsourcing, consulting services, logistics services, data protection, recruitment, contingent labor, event/venue, and HR benefits. This role will draft, maintain and improve contract templates and process, factoring in evolving business requirements, sustainability, regulatory, and quality requirements. The role may also include support of the direct supply chain negotiating and drafting agreements for raw materials, packaging, and third-party manufacturing. This position is part of ELC’s Global Legal organization and is responsible for sophisticated commercial contract-related work primarily in North America but also in jurisdictions throughout the world.

• 75% Contract Negotiation and Legal Advice. While negotiating and drafting supplier agreements, provide legal advice and options to senior leaders for commodities in the direct supply chain and sometimes the indirect supply chain. High degree of problem solving, independent action and decision making is required as part of the commercial contracting process, along with advising the business on the decisions they must make.
• 20% Template Drafting. Participate in and lead template drafting projects to create efficiencies and repeatable processes. High degree of problem-solving skill is required along with decision making skills to architect the correct forms.
• 5% Outside Counsel and Dispute Management. Coordinate with, and occasionally manage, outside law firms with respect to highly complex or specialized transactions, as well as litigation arising from breach of contract and other contract-related disputes. High degree of problem-solving skill is required to evaluate options and advise the business.

Qualifications

• JD from US law school
• Licensed or eligible to practice in NY or in the local jurisdiction
• Experienced, business-oriented corporate lawyer leading legal support for functional areas within the Supply Chain (including Procurement) and IT.
• Excellence in drafting, reviewing and negotiating various commercial contracts related to procurement of technology, HR benefits, logistics, goods, and services.
• Excellence in negotiating indirect supplier agreements such as SaaS and software license, IT and business process outsourcing, data licensing, software development, consulting and professional services, logistics and warehouse services, facility services, and statements of work.
• Drive the building, updating and refining contract templates and playbooks reflecting the business requirements.
• Drive contract-related process improvements including negotiation workflows, automations, and checklists to lessen or eliminate the need for legal review.
• Competent to address privacy and data security requirements within supplier agreements.
• Is execution-focused to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to changing conditions and operate in a complex matrix environment; strong project management skills.
• Keen attention to detail along with strong written (business drafting and legal drafting) and oral communication skills.
• Cosmetic or consumer goods industry experience.
• Strong technical skills with experience in Microsoft Office 365, SAP, Ariba, Legal Tracker, contract lifecycle and workflow management systems.
• Experience with negotiating resolution to contract disputes and managing outside counsel.
• Experience with contract automation systems and related technology a plus.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $105,500 to $181,500 . Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results as well as participation in the share incentive plan.

In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Job: Legal
Primary Location: Americas-US- Job Type: Standard
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1st (Day) Shift
Job Number: 240977

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.