Senior Legal Counsel - Merchandise Contracting, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States, Woonsocket

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

175100.00 - 334750.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Senior Counsel, Merchandise Contracting, provides expert legal counsel and leadership in support of CVS Health's Pharmacy Consumer Wellness merchandise business. This role provides strategic legal advice and counsel to internal business partners across a range of retail initiatives and is responsible for negotiating, drafting, and managing complex commercial contracts with suppliers, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory standards.

Job Responsibility:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including complex supplier contracts, licensing arrangements, and service agreements
Collaborate with category managers, finance, and compliance teams to structure deals that support business strategy while mitigating legal and operational risks
Provide ongoing training and guidance to business partners on legal processes and best practices for contract management
Lead efforts to streamline contracting processes, develop template agreements, and implement process improvements
Drive business partner engagement to utilize standardized agreements and advocate for best practices in contracting
Advise internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory, and business issues related to merchandise contracts and supplier agreements
Advise on changes in applicable retail and healthcare laws and regulations
Provide legal expertise on Merch initiatives, projects and specialized legal matters
Advise clients with respect to various vendor demand letters and assist with pre-litigation dispute resolution
Review and advise on legal issues associated with contract terminations

Requirements:

Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited institution required
Bar admission in good standing
8+ years legal experience
Expert knowledge of and experience with vendor contracting required
Experience advising on healthcare or retail issues
Demonstrated business judgment and acumen required
Superior oral and written communication skills required
High level of interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple client areas required
Superior problem-solving skills required

Nice to have:

Superior writing and communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a large, complex corporate structure
Ability to work sensitively with confidential matters
Independent work style
Ability to anticipate issues and create and implement methods for optimizing results and minimizing risks
Initiative, drive and self-confidence
Ability to develop a deep understanding of the business and operational goals
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Ability to successfully manage many projects simultaneously

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Wellness screenings
Tobacco cessation and weight management programs
Confidential counseling
Financial coaching
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Family leave
Dependent care resources
Colleague assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Retiree medical access

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 11, 2025

Expiration:
November 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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