Contracts and IP Manager

Newegg Inc.

 

Contracts and IP Manager

 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

 

Founded in 2001, Newegg Inc. (?Newegg? or the ?Company?) is the premier e-commerce retailer of information technology products, peripherals and consumer electronics to the do-it-yourself and online gaming markets.  With its phenomenal growth rate (from $0 in 2001 to 2005 revenues of $1.3 billion) and consistent #1 rankings in customer service, it has a strong basis for that claim. The Company, which is privately held, has over 1,200 employees worldwide and more than 5 million registered customers. This is an extremely exciting period in the life of the Company, as it prepares for the next stage of growth by strengthening its leadership team and by adding talent at all levels.

 

Newegg is seeking a Contracts and IP Manager who shall report to the General Counsel of the Company. This person will be responsible for negotiating and managing Newegg and third party contracts agreements and for organizing and managing the Company?s intellectual property portfolio.

 

ABOUT NEWEGG

 

Newegg is a pioneering e-commerce company that has created a powerful channel for manufacturers of computer hardware and software, consumer electronics and communications products to reach the do-it-yourselfers (?DIY?), hard core gamers, students, small to medium-sized businesses, IT professionals, resellers and consumers that desire a comprehensive digital lifestyle. At the www.newegg.com website, consumers can find the latest technology parts and products, along with valuable product information, pictures, how-to?s, customer product reviews and opportunities to interact with other members of the technology and game enthusiast community.

 

Newegg views every customer as a customer for life and instills this philosophy in our employees to assure the complete satisfaction of every shopper. We continually evolve to satisfy the insatiable appetites of computer and electronic lovers everywhere and work around the clock to update our site with the hottest products, useful new features and reliable content. From browsing our intuitive and information-rich website, to purchasing and delivery to your door: we utilize the latest e-commerce and Internet technologies to provide real-time order status information, tracking numbers, safe and secure SSL encrypted transactions and much more. With warehouse locations in California, Tennessee and New Jersey, Newegg will almost always get products to customers within 3 days of an order, and generally within 2. In fact, 98% of our orders ship the day they are placed.

 

Newegg loyalists are accustomed to first-class service and the best values on the web. That is because we are experts on delivering the freshest technologies available and are in tune to what's hot and what's not. Our reputation, experience and keen industry insight permit us to negotiate the lowest possible prices. We stock the most in-demand products and encourage patrons to recommend merchandise to supplement our vast selection. If customers have a suggestion, we listen carefully. Customer feedback shapes our business and allows us to better serve our audience, and this customer-centric approach has paid off with unparalleled customer satisfaction ratings and loyalty that is the envy in our industry.  We are admittedly not yet a household brand, but our corporate slogan was created based on the response of IT enthusiasts and loyalists, and savvy internet shoppers, to the top-notch internet shopping experience we provide.  Indeed, as our corporate slogan states, ?Once you know, you Newegg.?

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

The person filling the Contracts Manager position will be a critical member of the legal team. The position will be based at Newegg?s headquarters in the City of Industry, about 30 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, CA.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

 Draft, analyze, negotiate and counsel the business teams under the supervision of the General Counsel or any corporate counsel on a broad range of commercial transactions and contracts, including but not limited to product purchases, supplier agreements, service provider agreements, real estate and equipment leases, telecommunication services, content and product licensees, marketing and advertising agreements, advertising insertion orders, financial services agreements and NDA?s on behalf of an e-commerce company with annual sales revenue in excess of $1 billion.Organize and manage the Company?s intellectual property portfolio, consisting primarily of trademarks and domain names.  Duties in this arena may include coordinate of registration, renewal and enforcement efforts with outside counsel.

 

Candidate Profile:  The ideal candidate will come from a fast-paced and challenging environment.  Candidate must have extensive contract management experience.

 

Experience & Qualifications:

 Qualified candidates must have four or more years of contract negotiation and management experience.Must have experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial transactions and a broad range of contracts.  These contracts will include, but are not limited to NDAs, purchase agreements, joint marketing and marketing agreements, advertising insertion orders, service provider agreements, license agreements, leases, etc.Knowledge of trademark law and domain name registration and rights regulations a significant advantage.The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard in a fast-paced, challenging environment.Demonstrates independent and sound judgment and has the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Excellent analytical, problem solving, communication (oral and written) and listening skills.Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.Urgency and results focused to ensure timely and appropriate response to internal clients.Attention to detail is a must.Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to help facilitate communication both within the company and with outside relationship partners.Experience with Upside contracts management software desired.Possesses unquestionable integrity and has a high credibility factor internally and externally. BA/BS degree. JD degree a plus, but not required.Mandarin Chinese language skills desirable, but not required.

 

Compensation:  Base pay commensurate with the position, and 10-25% performance-based bonus based on company, department and individual performance. Newegg offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching and paid time off.