Technology Vendor Manager

4 weeks ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Associated Bank - Corp Full time

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Responsible for providing oversight on vendor selection (RFIs/RFPs when appropriate), due diligence, contract negotiation, and vendor relationship management for the Operations & Technology group. These activities will involve managing across multiple internal stakeholder groups (Legal, Information Security, Compliance, and the sponsoring business unit), reviewing vendor financial information, negotiating Non-Disclosure Agreements, negotiating contracts, monitoring service level agreements (SLAs) preparing and validating reports, and create and communicate to Senior and Executive Management a variety of complex departmental projects and presentations.

This person will,

  • Coordinate and manage all stages of contract life cycle including risk management analysis, due diligence, requirements gathering, RFP preparation, selection, negotiation, maintenance and termination.
  • Manage the status of contract management within Ops & Tech and report to other key business partners such as Legal, Risk, Contract Management, and Third-Party Management to accomplish business objectives on an ongoing basis. Develop and maintain working relationships across lines of business and with technical, audit, risk management, vendor management, compliance, security and legal teams as required.
  • Lead and manage vendor management team to ensure all vendor relationships within Ops & IT are following proper processes and procedures, and to ensure effective monitoring of contractual terms and Third-Party Management requirements.
  • Partner with Ops & Tech Third-Party Relationship Managers (TPRMs), and Legal to develop, structure and negotiate business terms and conditions with Ops & Tech vendors. Ensure compliance with business terms and conditions as it relates to individual vendor relationships within the line of business.
  • Monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with vendors, prepare management reporting and coordinate the process of adding new vendors and/or discontinuing use of current vendors.
  • Develop guidelines and programs within Ops & Tech to better manage the overall O&T vendor portfolio. Lead development and adoption of corporate vendor risk management standards. Provide a good understanding of risk-based decision making (i.e. risk analysis, mitigation, resolution).
  • Collaborate with Ops & Tech Finance team to provide financial forecasts of vendor related expenses, and accurately record savings and increased spend.

Requirements
Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Business, Banking, Vendor Management or Paralegal Required.

Experience;

  • 2-4 years Vendor, Contract, Sourcing, or Project Management experience Required.
  • 3-5 years Vendor Management, Negotiation and/or Banking experience preferred.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
  • Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
  • Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.Join our community onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance to individuals with disabilities throughout the application & interview process. Please you need an accommodation at any time during the interview process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action andEqual Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify NoticeEnglish or Spanish. Know Your Right to WorkEnglishorSpanish.

Associated Bank isPay Transparencycompliant.

The employment policy of Associated Banc-Corp, and its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Associated") provides equal opportunity to all persons. We support a diverse and inclusive work environment where colleagues are respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We believe it is only with a diverse and inclusive workplace that the organization can truly perform at its best, carry out its vision, and make a difference for the communities we serve.

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