Sr Corporate Counsel

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Naperville, IL

12d

About The Position

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. state.
6+ years of legal experience.
Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Strong contract negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and provide practical advice.
Ability to independently manage projects while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Some law firm experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and administer a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer and vendor agreements, master services agreements, SaaS and software licensing agreements, technology agreements, supply and distribution contracts, procurement contracts, non-disclosure agreements, professional services agreements, and marketing and partnership agreements.
Provide practical, risk-based legal guidance to internal business partners and support contract lifecycle management activities, including the development and maintenance of contract templates, standard terms, and playbooks.
Partner with Sales, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and other functional teams to facilitate efficient contracting processes and support business objectives.
Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and business risks associated with commercial transactions.
Assist with the legal review and support of strategic business initiatives, operational projects, and other matters affecting the organization.
Provide guidance regarding compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Assist in managing and protecting the company's intellectual property assets, including trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and patents.
Support legal matters related to real estate, compliance, employment, and other areas as assigned.
Participate in legal department initiatives aimed at improving processes, efficiency, consistency, and overall service delivery.
Other duties and projects as assigned.