Vendor Management Analyst - Guardian Life : Job Details

Guardian is hiring a Vendor Management Analyst to play a crucial role in the implementation of the recently restructured and formalized enterprise vendor management program and the subsequent day-to-day execution of related activities. This role will collaborate with different internal team membersand external collaborators to manage various aspects of coordinating vendor relationships throughout the entire third-party life cycle. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and facilitating business reviews for both internal team members and external vendor partners to regularly assess performance, resolve issues and actively evaluate opportunities to drive additional value from Guardian's third-party relationships.You will* Coordinate and conduct internal and external third-party business reviews in alignment with supplier segmentation requirements.* Assist with the implementation and ongoing execution of a comprehensive vendor performance management framework that proactively monitors the effectiveness of third parties against business expectations and measures.* Partner with Sourcing / Category Management team to ensure vendor contracts have measurable Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that have been defined and the associated reporting mechanisms have been established.* Monitor identified third-party issues and ensure action plans for remediation have been developed, are being followed and status is being communicated to appropriate stakeholders.* Build and maintain positive relationships with collaborators, customers, and team members.* Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including our Legal, Finance & Risk and Technology partners to collate vendor specific data points.* Maintain and analyze vendor related data to produce supplier insights for vendor dashboards.* Participate in coordinating and conducting vendor related events including vendor summits and knowledge sharing sessions.You have* Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.* Minimum of 3+ years of Vendor Management experience including roles with responsibility for third-party performance monitoring and issue management.* Strong understanding of the end-to-end third-party lifecycle including hands. on experience producing vendor management artifacts associated with the various lifecycle phases.* Excellent analytical problem solving.* Comfortable communicating and interacting with collaborators at varying levels organizationally.* Excellent organizational skills with outstanding attention to detail and ability to manage several priorities in a dynamic environment.* Effective written and verbal communication skills.* High proficiency in the usage of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint along with other Microsoft Office Suite applications.Preferred Experience and Skills* Project Management experience.* Business Process Engineering/Mapping experience.LocationThis is a flexible position requiring 2 days per week in the office, with preference given to candidates within commuting proximity to a Guardian office, preferably Holmdel, NJ, or New York.Salary Range$80,940.00 - $132,975.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.Our PromiseAt Guardian, you'll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.Inspire Well-BeingAs part of Guardian's Purpose - to inspire well-being - we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.Health Care* Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits* Dental plan* Vision plan* Health care accounts - flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts* Critical illness insuranceLife and Disability Insurance* Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage* Accident insuranceRetirement and Financial* 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable* Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representativeTime Off and Remote Work* Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)* Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement* Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days* Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policiesEmotional Well-being and Work-Life* Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health* Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement* Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons* Adoption assistance* College planning* Tuition reimbursement* Student loan assistance* Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areasEquity & InclusionOpportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:* Employee Resource Groups:* Colleague Connection Committees* Community Involvement CommitteesA culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work* Voluntary self-ID* Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of namesBenefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.Equal Employment OpportunityGuardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.AccommodationsGuardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.