Aquarius Professional Staffing · 1 week ago
Vendor Contract Management Associate
Aquarius Professional Staffing is seeking a Vendor Contract Management Associate to support one of the top financial institutions in the Cincinnati area. The role involves maintaining the Contract Management system, monitoring contract renewals, and assisting the Vendor Management Specialist in various tasks related to vendor compliance and audits.
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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