Assistant Corporate Counsel, Supply Chain

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.Job Title:Assistant Corporate Counsel, Supply ChainReporting To:Associate General CounselWork Schedule:Hybrid – Buffalo, NYMoog’s Corporate Group is looking for a new Assistant Corporate Counsel – Supply Chain!As the Assistant Corporate Counsel for Supply Chain, you will be the primary legal business partner and escalation point for Moog’s indirect procurement function and will act as the legal liaison for company-wide direct procurement initiatives. This role requires your expertise in commercial law, contract negotiation, and international trade regulations. You will also proactively provide legal guidance to help scale operations while minimizing risk across the company's network of vendors, suppliers, and logistics partners.You will work a hybrid schedule, at our Corporate Headquarters in East Aurora, NY.To qualify for the Assistant Corporate Counsel for Supply Chain role, here is what we would expect you to bring to Moog…A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.An active member in good standing with a state bar (preferably New York).Over five (5) years of legal experience, with significant experience in supply chain, procurement, and commercial transactions.Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements.Deep knowledge of contract law, commercial law (including the UCC), and international trade regulations.Exceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills, to include the ability to communicate effectively with both legal and non-legal audiences.Excellent business judgment with the ability to balance business goals with legal risks.Experience advising on intellectual property, cybersecurity, or data privacy issues as they relate to supply chain partners.Exposure to litigation and dispute resolution processes related to commercial or supply chain matters.Proven ability to manage multiple projects at one time and ability to function effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.Must live local to the Buffalo, NY area to work onsite.It would also be beneficial if you had…Experience with specific industry regulations related to the aerospace, defense and industrial industries.Experience with government contracting and related compliance (e.g., FAR/DFARS).Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) software.As the Assistant Corporate Counsel for Supply Chain, you will have the following responsibilities…Contract management: Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial agreements related to the indirect procurement operations. This includes contracts for purchasing, manufacturing, supply, logistics, warehousing, transportation, vendors, third-party services and software licenses.Risk mitigation: Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with contractual matters, supplier relationships, product liability and supply chain disruptions.Dispute resolution: Assist in resolving contract-related claims, disputes and other legal matters that arise with vendors and suppliers.Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with other internal teams, including Finance, IT, indirect procurement & business unit direct procurement teams, to provide actionable, business-focused legal advice.Legal process improvement: Help build and improve legal department processes and tools to increase efficiency and scalability.Market intelligence: Stay current on emerging legal and regulatory trends and changes in law that may impact supply chain operations.How We Care for You:Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsWork/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave programHealth & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programsCulture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.Salary Range Transparency:Buffalo, NY $145,000.00–$170,000.00 AnnuallySalary Range DisclaimerThe base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io.No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.SummaryLocation: Buffalo, NYType: Full time