Sr. Legal Counsel, Supply Chain at Inspire

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Inspire Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Restaurants, Supply Chain, Food ServiceIndustries

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school
  • Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the U.S
  • 6-8 years of practice in a law firm or corporation representing public and/or private companies with respect to supply chain, procurement, distribution and complex transactional matters
  • Proven record of effectively counseling business teams, influencing leaders, communicating effectively, and managing diverse priorities in a complex organization
  • Detailed knowledge of, and competence in advising clients with respect to, complex commercial agreements, with an emphasis on facilitating transactions with key vendors and suppliers
  • Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating definitive agreements and related documents customary in supply chain and procurement transactions, including transactional, licensing, vendor, supplier, distribution and services agreements from start to finish with limited supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and facilitation skills
  • Experience analyzing, interpreting, and clearly communicating legal strategies and requirements to/for non-lawyer colleagues
  • In-depth knowledge and experience in commercial legal matters related to a global enterprise with multiple brands, units and locations
  • Ability to integrate and balance priorities for the benefit of multiple internal clients
  • Ability to understand key drivers of the supply chain function
  • Ability to lead cross functional projects/teams to impact long-term legal strategies
  • Ability to work independently, make decisions, and exercise independent judgment with respect to highly complex matters

Responsibilities

  • Lead the negotiation, drafting, execution and closing of key commercial projects that support Inspire’s supply chain, including independently managing a wide variety of agreements such as vendor, supplier, distribution, and services agreements
  • Provide subject matter guidance to senior Inspire executives and legal leadership on operational and strategic decisions; work with leadership on completing transformational transactional objectives; seek process improvements and added efficiencies in the legal shared services organization
  • Provide advice and counsel to cross functional teams in support of business and objectives, including developing strategies for handling legal issues and building processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly
  • Work with Inspire business teams to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration among Inspire supply chain, procurement, distribution, quality, regulatory, brand, finance, IT, HR, compliance, and innovation teams
  • Manage and oversee outside counsel and paralegals in connection with related matters
  • Ensure that standard forms of Inspire Brands’ legal documents are updated from time to time to reflect best practices and provide expert guidance

Skills

Contract Negotiation
Legal Drafting
Commercial Agreements
Vendor Agreements
Supplier Contracts
Distribution Agreements
IP Protection
Risk Management
Procurement Initiatives
Regulatory Compliance

Inspire

Provides renewable energy subscription services

About Inspire

Inspire provides renewable energy solutions through a flat rate subscription model. Customers can easily switch to 100% renewable energy with a low monthly price, which remains consistent without the fluctuations typical of traditional energy bills. This subscription service is designed for environmentally conscious consumers who want to support clean energy sources. Inspire stands out from competitors by offering a straightforward and predictable pricing structure, along with highly regarded customer service that emphasizes clear and personable interactions. The company's goal is to positively impact the environment by combating climate change and promoting clean air initiatives.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Energy, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans
401k matching
Training & development
Flexible PTO
Wellness days
Paid parental leave

Risks

Increased competition could erode Inspire's market share.
Potential changes in government subsidies may impact Inspire's pricing model.
Rising operational costs could force Inspire to increase subscription fees.

Differentiation

Inspire offers a flat rate subscription for 100% renewable energy.
Customers can switch to Inspire's service in less than two minutes.
Inspire is known for excellent customer service and clear communication.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in sustainable living boosts demand for Inspire's services.
Advancements in battery storage enhance Inspire's renewable energy reliability.
Government incentives for renewable energy adoption make Inspire's model more appealing.

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