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Vendor Relationship Owner II
Location:
MS, AL, TX, FL, TN, GA, Unknown
Type: Regular Full-Time
Job ID: 2024-18005
Category: Risk Management
Overview

The Vendor Relationship Owner position is assigned responsibility for managing the third-party relationship throughout an engagement lifecycle. This includes gathering due diligence materials on the service provider, coordinating with key stakeholders for risk assessments to occur, monitoring and managing the risk, assessing performance, and ensuring compliance with Policy and reporting requirements. They must also be able to monitor any changes in the status of the service provider, along with the Service Owners (SOs), and escalate any material issues that may arise over the duration of the relationship.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide third party oversight, management, and monitoring (including documentation in the system of record). This would include coordination of Performance Reviews with the Service Owners.
  • Oversee and monitor the activities of the first line of defense related to its third-party responsibilities.
  • Maintain a complete inventory of area of responsibility in conjunction with the 2nd line of defense.
  • Coordinate all key personnel involved in the planning process including all renewals.
  • Assist in the gathering due diligence materials from the service provider.
  • Coordinate risk assessments with key stakeholders, service provider, and subject matter experts and resolve any issues.
  • Support Strategic Sourcing and Legal during the contract phase of the lifecycle, including renewals.
  • Ensure compliance with policy and reporting requirements and monitor any service provider changes.
  • Escalate any material issues that may arise over the duration of the relationship.
  • Coordinate the termination and exiting of a vendor with appropriate stakeholders in accordance the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Framework.
  • Coordinate with Service Owners to ensure proper documentation is provided for a Third Party that requires Working Group Approval.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Four-year college degree and/or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in risk management/ procurement/ third party risk management or equivalent work experience
  • Knowledge of contingency planning
  • Effective communication skills (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Effective organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time and workload efficiently with attention to detail
  • Effective analytical skills to analyze contracts, risk issues and documentation
  • Possess a strong sense of ownership for achieving results
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Proven knowledge of Federal compliance guidelines pertaining to Third Party Risk Management
  • Demonstrates critical thinking skills to analyze third party risk management information
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment with service owners and third party
  • Advanced organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time and workload efficiently
  • Work experience in Banking preferred
  • 2-years’ experience in Third Party Risk Management preferred

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:  Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard/or mouse, while viewing computer screens.

 

Note: This is a brief description of this position and is not limited to those described herein. Management retains the right to add, delete or modify any of these responsibilities at any time during employment.

Working with Us

Teamwork and the individual contributions of our associates are recognized as the drivers of our success.  At Trustmark, we are committed to preserving and advancing a diverse and inclusive workplace, where each associate, customer and shareholder is respected, valued and encouraged to share in our commitment.  We make significant investments in our associates so that they may enhance their personal and professional skills, because we want each associate to grow, flourish and fulfill their career aspirations.  Come onboard and join our team!

 


Equal Opportunities for All

Trustmark exemplifies the strength and possibilities that come with a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Trustmark is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.

 

If you need assistance with any part of the application process, please send an email to careers@trustmark.com or call 866.213.1418.

 


Our Hiring Process

Upon accepting a position with Trustmark, the following pre-employment screenings must be completed:

  • Verification of employment, education and other data provided by you on your employment application
  • Verification of eligibility to work in the US
  • Criminal background check
  • Credit check (required for certain positions)
  • Fingerprinting (required for certain positions)
  • Drug screen

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