Vendor Analyst

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We are growing at West Bend! The Vendor Management Team is looking for a Vendor Analyst. This role acts as a liaison, supporting contract owners and stakeholders with third-party vendor relationships. A summary of responsibilities includes vendor analysis, contract audits, and general research related to facilitating vendor processes. Come join us and be a part of a growing team!

**This position offers a hybrid work schedule.  Candidates who are located within 50 miles of our West Bend, WI corporate office will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events.  

• Engages in the Vendor Risk Management Program and ensures that all tasks of the function are achieved in a timely manner.
• Provides internal support when questions and issues arise associated with vendor products or services.
• Develops and maintains vendor risk management process documentation.
• Executes vendor risk management projects as assigned.
• May lead small to moderate size efforts.
• Participates in the creation and delivery of Vendor Risk Management process training materials.
• Carries out research on Vendor Risk Management issues and keeps abreast of the latest technology, regulations, and industry best practices to address vendor related risks.
• Acts as a process liaison, supporting contract owners and risk management assessment team members.
• Performs vendor analysis and contract reviews, negotiations, and reports on findings.
• Assists with developing and implementing process improvement solutions related to vendor processes.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Two to four years of experience in contract, risk management, business continuity, or compliance related role
• Ability to perform tasks autonomously and under limited supervision
• Ability to perform risk, business impact, control assessments
• Ability to analyze requirements and relate them to appropriate mitigation controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail

Preferred Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management or related experience

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