Vendor Relationship Risk Manager Senior

At PNC our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the companys success. As a Vendor Relationship Risk Manager Senior within PNCs Supply Chair organization you will be based in Pittsburgh PA.

This leadership role resides within Enterprise Third Party Management (ETPM) a key function within PNCs Supply Chain organization and leads a team of vendor risk professionals responsible for supporting a portfolio of third-party engagements primarily aligned to the Technology Human Resources and Finance organizations. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic advisor to business leaders technology partners and supplier representatives providing effective challenge guidance and risk management expertise throughout the third-party lifecycle. Strong knowledge of technology products and services including cloud-based solutions software technology outsourcing and emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities is highly preferred. Experience working with global and offshore technology service providers is beneficial. The role requires exceptional organizational and leadership skills the ability to manage competing priorities with a strong sense of urgency and demonstrated success influencing stakeholders across all levels of the organization including senior and executive leadership. Experience with contract management supplier negotiations and third-party governance practices is beneficial. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative people leader who develops talent drives accountability and continuous improvement supports high-priority initiatives and provides governance challenge escalation and strategic oversight for complex third-party risk decisions and supplier engagements.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

• Identifies and manages risk associated with a products or services that are essential to the bank with the goal of mitigating risk improving vendor performance and achieving compliance with applicable regulations. Reviews risk assessment findings drive remediation for more complex vendors and leads team of vendor risk employees.
• Regularly interfaces with critical vendors and organizational staff and company executives to interpret needs and provide accurate specifications and risk mitigation solutions for complex services. Consistently identifies opportunities and leads projects to enhance and increase efficiencies in the program where applicable. Manages risk associated with a product or service with the goal of improving vendor and overall program performance and compliance with applicable regulations. Works closely with management and staff challenge and advance vendor risk management.
• Reviews and assigns work-sets around new and existing contract assignments for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Consults with vendors internal colleagues and management and company executives to remediate risks identified in assessment process. Serves as a point of escalation and recommends initiates and/or drives solutions.
• Responsible for the creation and presentation of training documentation risk specialist process documents reports and required documents for management review and to develop and improve direct staff and broader group performance.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNCs Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

PNC also has fundamental expectations of our people managers. As a manager of talent in PNC you will be expected to:

• Include Intentionally - Cultivates diverse teams and inclusive workplaces to expand thinking.
• Live the Values - Role models our values with transparency and courage.
• Enable Change - Takes action to drive change and innovation that will transform our business.
• Achieve Results - Takes personal ownership to deliver results. Empowers and trusts others in decision making.
• Develop the Best - Raises the bar with every talent decision and guides the achievement of all employees and customers.

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge skills and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills competencies work experience education and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Procurement Purchasing Management Sourcing Strategies Supplier Management Supplier Selection Vendor Relationships Vendor Risk Management

Accuracy and Attention to Detail Effective Communications Financial Risk Management Industry Knowledge Internal Controls Negotiating Problem Solving Process Management Procurement Regulatory Environment - Financial Services

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree PhD or certifications is desirable. Industry experience is typically 8 years. At least 5 years of prior management experience is typically lieu of a degree a comparable combination of education job specific certification(s) and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Bachelors

No Required Certification(s)

No Required License(s)

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature) dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption surrogacy and doula reimbursement; educational assistance including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition PNC generally provides the following paid time off depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs including benefits for full time and part-time employees visit.

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At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race color sex religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and for any registered role the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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