Vendor Contract Management Associate

Would you like the opportunity to get your foot in the door with one of the top financial services/banking companies based here in the Cincinnati area? Don't miss your chance and apply now!

What you will be doing as the Vendor Contract Management Associate:

• Maintain the Contract Management system in RSA Archer by entering in all contracts and related information.
• Monitor weekly contract renewals, contract termination notice requirements and sourcing notifications.
• Assist the VM Specialist as required in directing business owners regarding the maintenance of the required vendor due diligence ensuring that all documents and related materials are processed and included in the VM system. Further the Associate shall back up the Vendor Management Specialist in maintaining the Vendor Management system and all its functions when required.
• Maintain SLA system within RSA Archer. Maintain and review quarterly SLA review reports for all qualified Vendors. Provide reporting to the Vendor Management Committee.
• Assist VM Specialist in monthly AP reviews noting items that have bypassed Vendor Management.
• Maintain Business Owner adherence to the Vendor Management Policy and Program.
• Assist the VM Specialist in collating all materials required for internal and external audit engagements.
• Support the Sourcing Director as required in managing vendor contracts.
• Maintain Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s) insuring there is contractual language governing confidential information for all applicable vendors.

What you will need as the Vendor Contract Management Associate:

• 2-4 years of experience in vendor management /contract administration
• Experience in reviewing and understanding contractual agreements
• Knowledge and experience in working with vendor sourcing and risk compliance with an understanding of the regulatory guidance governing Vendor Management for Financial Institutions
• Experience in working with Vendor Management Policies and Procedures
• Proven Time Management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software products (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint)
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Good communication skills with above average written communication skills
• Preferred working knowledge of the RSA Archer Vendor Management System.
• Preferred experience in negotiating small agreements
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, four-year college or university with an emphasis in business, finance or equivalent, or equivalent experience