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Supplier Risk Management (SRM) Assessor

Employment Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite (5 Days/Week)
Start Date: Immediate

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Supplier Risk Management (SRM) Assessor to evaluate and manage risks associated with third-party suppliers and vendors. The successful candidate will assess supplier controls across technology, cybersecurity, privacy, operational resilience, and compliance domains while identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

This role requires strong analytical capabilities, risk assessment expertise, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Risk Assessments

• Conduct comprehensive supplier risk assessments across multiple domains, including:
• Technology Risk
• Information Security Risk
• Privacy Risk
• Cybersecurity Risk
• Operational Resilience Risk
• Business Continuity Risk
• Evaluate supplier controls and identify potential gaps, weaknesses, and areas of concern.
• Assess supplier compliance with organizational risk standards and policies.

Risk Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze findings and document risk assessment results.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive risk reports for stakeholders and management.
• Develop risk ratings and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Track remediation activities and monitor progress toward risk resolution.

Supplier Due Diligence

• Review financial, operational, and business information provided by suppliers.
• Conduct supplier research using public sources, questionnaires, documentation, and stakeholder interviews.
• Assess supplier capabilities, stability, and risk exposure.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal business, technology, security, compliance, and risk teams.
• Communicate assessment outcomes, risks, issues, and recommendations effectively.
• Escalate critical risks, concerns, or delays to leadership when necessary.

Process Improvement

• Support the enhancement and optimization of supplier risk management processes.
• Contribute to best practices for third-party risk assessment and governance.
• Assist with ongoing risk monitoring and program maturity initiatives.

Required Skills

Risk Management

• Supplier Risk Management (SRM)
• Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Operational Risk Management
• Technology Risk Assessment
• Information Security Risk
• Privacy Risk Assessment
• Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
• Business Resiliency & Continuity Risk
• Risk Analysis & Evaluation
• Control Assessment & Validation
• Risk Mitigation Planning
• Risk Documentation & Reporting

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Data Analysis and Data Entry
• Documentation and Reporting
• Internet and Supplier Research
• Risk Assessment Tools and Methodologies

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving capabilities
• Stakeholder management and collaboration
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Required Experience

• Experience in:
• Supplier Risk Management (SRM)
• Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
• Operational Risk Management
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Experience conducting risk assessments and control evaluations.
• Experience identifying, documenting, and reporting risk findings.
• Experience developing remediation recommendations and mitigation strategies.
• Experience working with sensitive financial and business information.
• Experience coordinating multiple assessments and priorities simultaneously.
• Project coordination or project management experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in:
• Risk Management
• Information Security
• Cybersecurity
• Compliance
• Internal Audit
• Privacy
• Governance
• Experience performing vendor and supplier assessments.
• Understanding of third-party risk management frameworks.
• Knowledge of operational resilience and business continuity principles.
• Familiarity with enterprise risk management methodologies and industry best practices.

Key Competencies

• Third-Party Risk Management
• Supplier Due Diligence
• Risk Assessment & Analysis
• Control Effectiveness Reviews
• Cybersecurity & Information Security Risk
• Compliance & Governance
• Stakeholder Communication
• Reporting & Documentation
• Process Improvement
• Project Coordination

Interview Process

Round 1: Virtual Interview

Round 2: Technical/Panel Interview

Success Profile

The ideal candidate is a proactive risk professional who can independently drive supplier assessments from initiation through completion, communicate findings effectively, influence stakeholders, and help strengthen the organization''''s third-party risk management program.