Lead Vendor Management Analyst

About Our Company Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection. Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you're talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Adhere to timelines in reviewing and vetting all official communications and documentations, such as contracts, agreements, and settlements. Perform vendor contract discovery. Collaborate with the internal business partners and procurement team to initiate the associated sourcing activities. Adhere to timelines for processing contract amendments and invoice credits and cancellation cases. Partner with cross functional teams to share best practices and improve communication and procedures. Lead work streams and projects and act as a subject matter expert for work streams related to the transition to new supplier agreements. Advise and assist Compliance and Risk on both ongoing legal risks and anticipate on new legal risks, arising by virtue of new laws or regulations. Assist the Risk Based Supervision Committee to support risk management and mitigation. Oversee supplier management and supplier performance reporting. Perform data collection and analysis. Be responsible for process and SLA management. Design and manage the governance structure, procedures, and activities to effectively manage relationships with technology suppliers. Act as the primary point of contact to effectively manage complex and strategic supplier relationships. Maintain effective relationships with assigned strategic suppliers, including identifying continuous improvement opportunities. Develop and monitor performance remediation plans with outlined timelines in partnership with each supplier/vendor partner. Well versed with third-party risk assessment cycle - actively manage risk assessments, work with third parties on requirements, collaborate with internal teams; SOC reviews; etc. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent Experience of 7+ years in third party management / third party risk management Effective communication/facilitation skills and a demonstrated ability to clearly/persuasively communicate ideas, issues, and recommendations. MS Office In-Office Collaboration We are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility to work from home two (2) days per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process. Full-Time/Part-Time Full time Timings (2:00p-10:30p) India Business Unit AWMPO AWMP&S President's Office Job Family Group Finance Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.