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Samsung SDS America Logistics Counsel (EM6639-13) in Plano, Texas
Samsung SDS plays a leading role in the global logistics market with unique logistics services. With its innovative IT technology, SDS developed the integrated logistics solution called “Cello” in 2010, started its logistics business in 2012 and expanded its logistics business with Business Process Outsourcing.
As Logistics Counsel, you identify significant legal issues and provide accurate, relevant, and timely legal support to various business stakeholders of the company’s Smart Logistics (SL) business. Primarily, this position will provide legal advice for a resolution of logistics claims, including those arising out of warehouse operations and transportation, develop and maintain SOPs for claims processes, and help file claims with relevant insurance carriers, and mitigate legal risks by ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to SL business. This position will also draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts in the context of global supply chain and logistics services, particularly relating to 3PL, 4PL transportation and warehousing, import/export, and customs. This requires understanding of the logistics and supply chain, ability to establish priorities and take actions, while promoting good legal practices and explaining difficult issues clearly and working with others to establish consensus. Qualified candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, timely reporting to leadership, while collaborating within SL Legal & Compliance and business stakeholders within and outside the organization.
To learn more about Samsung SDS America, Inc. please visit www.samsungsds.com/en/logistics/logistics.html
Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts across logistics services, including warehouse management, transportation (OTR, ocean, air, drayage, LTL/FTL), and related legal documents
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate contract terms that protect the company’s interests while maintaining strong client relationships
Analyze claims data to determine validity, coverage, and liability, providing strategic legal advice for resolution
Communicate effectively with insurance brokers, carriers, third-party administrators, legal counsel, and other stakeholders
Identify and mitigate potential risks by monitoring legislative and regulatory changes in transportation, trade, and supply chain management
Serve as the internal subject matter expert on contracts, applicable laws, rules and regulations, and policies related to claims
Represent SL Legal in internal and external meetings with customers, vendors, partners, outside counsel, auditors, insurance providers
Develop comprehensive reports and analyses for management, including claim reports and ad-hoc assessments
Conduct training sessions to promote legal compliance, contract awareness, and best practices across the organization
Manage claims litigation strategy, including settlements and insurance coverage, and attend arbitrations, mediations, or trials as needed
Stay current with evolving regulations from FMCSA, FMC, and other relevant authorities
Support cross-functional teams across time zones and cultures
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Juris Doctorate Degree required
Active member of Texas bar license in good standing
Minimum 6 years of relevant legal working experience, particularly in trucks/trailers, cargo/freight damages, property damages, maritime claims, disputes, and insurance preferred
Able to produce reports to support findings and analyses
Extremely organized and detail-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate information in a clear and understandable manner
Positive attitude and high energy to work in a fast-paced environment, maintain a sense of urgency, and perform with a clear head under pressure
Self-motivated individual, assertive attitude, excel in a team-based environment yet able to work independently
Be able to multitask and collaborate across different time zones
Strong customer service, people skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web-based applications, claims platform
Travel %: up to 10% throughout the U.S.
Work Location: Hybrid (WFH + Onsite: TX office) 3033 W President George Bush Hwy, Suite 250, Plano, TX 75075
Benefits
Samsung SDSA offers a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:
Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
Wellness program
Parental leave
401K match and savings plan
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time off
Additional benefits
Samsung SDS America supports your professional development and growth in your future career.
Your base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This allows you to progress as you grow and develop within the position. Your base pay will depend on your skills, education, qualifications, experience, and location.
Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.