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Internship Vendor Risk Management Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

CPO Vendor Specialist

Lewisville, TX · On-site

$64K - $108K/yr

Knowledge of vendor risk management practices is a plus * Proficient and competent in all Microsoft Office applications * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills * Ability to ...

Risk Management & Vendor Risk * Build and maintain a risk register with risk-to-control mapping. Define and document formal risk tolerance and appetite in coordination with the vCISO and leadership.

Support planning and risk management practices that reduce service-impacting disruptions across forward and reverse flows. * Vendor Cost Management & Efficiency Improvement: Analyze and manage vendor ...

Director of Risk Management Department: Risk Management Location: Houston or Dallas (Hybrid ... vendors, and operational leaders to ensure effective communication, timely claim progression, and ...

Director of Risk Management Department: Risk Management Location: Houston or Dallas (Hybrid ... vendors, and operational leaders to ensure effective communication, timely claim progression, and ...

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What is the difference between Internship Vendor Risk Management vs Vendor Risk Analyst?

AspectInternship Vendor Risk ManagementVendor Risk Analyst
CredentialsRelevant coursework, internships, or certifications in risk management or businessBachelor's degree in risk management, finance, or related field; certifications like CRM or FRM are common
Work EnvironmentInternship setting within companies, assisting with vendor assessments and risk reviewsFull-time role analyzing vendor risks, developing risk mitigation strategies
Industry UsageUsed in organizations to train and evaluate potential future risk professionalsCommonly employed in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors for ongoing risk analysis

Internship Vendor Risk Management focuses on learning and supporting vendor risk processes during an internship, while a Vendor Risk Analyst is a full-time professional responsible for analyzing and managing vendor risks within an organization.

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Manager, Supplier Management

Manager, Supplier Management

Crane Worldwide Logistics

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Crane Worldwide Logistics rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

133rd of 356 rated logistics


Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Lead and manage the organization's vendor lifecycle management program from supplier onboarding through contract expiration and offboarding.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve vendor management policies, procedures, governance frameworks, and controls.
  • Administer supplier onboarding activities including due diligence reviews, documentation collection, supplier qualification, and system setup.
  • Coordinate vendor risk assessments across information security, financial stability, regulatory compliance, operational resilience, insurance, and ESG categories.
  • Facilitate periodic vendor performance reviews and business reviews with strategic, critical, and high-risk suppliers.
  • Establish vendor segmentation methodologies and maintain vendor tiering classifications based on spend, risk, criticality, and business impact.
  • Monitor supplier performance against contractual service levels, KPIs, and other performance commitments.
  • Develop and distribute vendor performance scorecards, executive dashboards, and governance reporting.
  • Lead vendor governance meetings and cross-functional risk review sessions with stakeholders and supplier representatives.
  • Support enterprise ESG initiatives by collecting, validating, analyzing, and reporting supplier sustainability and diversity metrics.
  • Coordinate vendor contract compliance reviews and support remediation efforts for identified performance gaps.
  • Monitor vendor compliance with insurance, certifications, licenses, security requirements, and contractual obligations.
  • Identify, evaluate, and escalate vendor-related risks and develop mitigation strategies in partnership with business stakeholders.
  • Support internal and external audits involving supplier management, third-party risk management, and ESG reporting.
  • Develop vendor management metrics and key performance indicators to measure program effectiveness.
  • Lead supplier offboarding activities including risk mitigation, data management, contract closure, and transition planning.
  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders regarding vendor management processes and governance requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance vendor experience, reduce organizational risk, and improve operational efficiency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Risk Management, Sustainability, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in vendor management, supplier governance, procurement, sourcing, risk management, compliance, or related functions.
  • 3+ years of people leadership, project leadership, or program management experience.
  • Experience managing supplier governance programs, vendor performance reviews, and risk assessment processes.
  • Strong understanding of third-party risk management frameworks and supplier lifecycle management practices.
  • Experience working with ERP, procurement, contract lifecycle management, supplier management, or governance platforms.

Preferred:
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Finance, or related discipline.
  • Experience supporting ESG, sustainability, supplier diversity, or corporate responsibility programs.
  • Experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or global operations environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Job requires the ability to use vision, adjust focus and work on a standard computer screen.
  • Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.
  • Job will require presence on-site at the assigned work location.
  • Job requires attendance and dependability.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company in an ongoing capacity without company sponsorship
  • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Technical Skills:
  • Vendor Lifecycle Management (VLM)
  • Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
  • Contract Management
  • ESG and Sustainability Reporting
  • Supplier Diversity Programs
  • Vendor Governance Frameworks
  • Financial and Operational Risk Assessment
  • Performance Measurement and KPI Development
  • Audit and Compliance Management

Systems Knowledge
  • ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, NetSuite, etc.)
  • Supplier Management Platforms
  • Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems
  • Procurement Suites (Procurify, Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, Jaggaer, GEP, etc.)
  • Power BI or other reporting platforms
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Leadership Competencies
  • Thinks Strategically: Aligns vendor governance programs with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.
  • Drives Results: Consistently delivers measurable improvements in supplier performance and compliance.
  • Influences Effectively: Builds consensus across business units and external partners.
  • Manages Complexity: Balances competing priorities while navigating cross-functional stakeholder requirements.
  • Communicates Clearly: Presents complex supplier performance and risk information to executive leadership.
  • Collaborates: Builds strong partnerships across Procurement, Legal, Finance, Compliance, Sustainability, and Operations.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?
At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information:
Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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