Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care™.

Global Reach with a Local Touch

• 140+ years serving healthcare

• Over 14,000 teammates worldwide

• Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries

• Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland

• 40+ distribution centers

• Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings

• 1,000 branded medical product suppliers

• 4,000 healthcare partners served

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.

• Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.

• Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.

• Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.

• Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.

• Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.

Position Summary

The Deputy General Counsel is a senior legal leader responsible for overseeing critical legal functions across the enterprise, with a primary focus on corporate governance, entity management, intellectual property, legal operations, supplier relations, procurement/vendor contracting, mergers & acquisitions, real estate, and technology/innovation initiatives. This role serves as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and partners cross-functionally to support the company’s growth, operational excellence, and risk management in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Entity Management

• Oversee corporate governance frameworks and governance best practices.
• Manage global entity structure, including formation, maintenance, compliance, and rationalization of legal entities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance standards.

Intellectual Property (IP)

• Develop and execute IP strategy, including protection, enforcement, and monetization of company assets.
• Oversee trademark, copyright, trade secret, and patent portfolios in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Advise on IP risks related to product development, technology, branding, and partnerships.

Legal Operations

• Lead legal operations strategy, including process optimization, technology implementation, and outside counsel management.
• Drive efficiencies through contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and legal tech solutions.
• Establish metrics, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to enhance legal service delivery.

Contracting & Supplier Relations

• Oversee enterprise contracting function for vendor/procurement contracting and strategic supplier partnerships.
• Provide legal support for supplier relations, procurement, and vendor risk management.
• Develop and maintain standard templates, playbooks, and negotiation guidelines.

Procurement & Vendor Contracting

• Partner with procurement teams to structure, review, and negotiate complex vendor and outsourcing agreements.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and cost optimization efforts.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Lead legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and integration.
• Advise on joint ventures, strategic investments, and divestitures.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transaction execution and post-deal integration.

Real Estate

• Oversee legal matters related to real estate, including leases, acquisitions, and dispositions.
• Support expansion strategies and operational footprint optimization.

Technology & Innovation

• Provide legal counsel for the Innovations business unit, including QSight, Resilience, Communities, data use, & AI.
• Advise on technology licensing, SaaS agreements, cybersecurity, and data privacy considerations.
• Partner with R&D, IT, and product teams to enable compliant innovation.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on legal, regulatory, and business risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing legal team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with compliance, finance, procurement, IT, and other relevant business units.
• Manage external counsel and ensure cost-effective legal support.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing.
• 20+ years of relevant legal experience, including in-house leadership roles within healthcare, distribution, or related industries.
• Strong experience in corporate governance, M&A, contracting, and in highly regulated environments.

Skills & Competencies

• Understanding of healthcare regulatory landscape (e.g., HIPAA, FDA, fraud and abuse laws).
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with legal operations and technology tools.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.