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Vendor Risk Manager Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Building Technology Coordinator

Birmingham, AL · Remote

$76K - $114K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain a vendor risk register; track and surface third-party risks to leadership. Operations Tracking & Reporting * Monitor the team's work queue; manage task assignment and triage of intake ...

Supply Chain Risk Analyst

Huntsville, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Familiarity with supplier risk, third-party risk, or vendor assessment processes Why Exiger: Exiger is transforming how governments understand and manage supply chain risk. In this role, you will ...

Supply Chain Risk Analyst

Huntsville, AL · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Familiarity with supplier risk, third-party risk, or vendor assessment processes Why Exiger: Exiger is transforming how governments understand and manage supply chain risk. In this role, you will ...

... Risk Management workstreams in partnership with architects and product owners * Managing ... Orchestrating cross-functional teams and vendors across onshore and offshore models; aligning ...

... Risk Management workstreams in partnership with architects and product owners * Managing ... Orchestrating cross-functional teams and vendors across onshore and offshore models; aligning ...

Strong planning, scheduling, and risk management capabilities Preferred Qualifications * PMP or equivalent project management certification. * Experience working with OEMs and heavy equipment vendors

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How much do vendor risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for vendor risk manager in Alabama is $101,113.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,600.00 and $116,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vendor risk manager?

Vendor Risk Managers are professionals responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with third-party vendors that provide goods or services to an organization. They evaluate vendors’ security, compliance, and operational practices to ensure they meet the company’s standards and regulatory requirements. These managers implement frameworks to monitor vendor performance, manage contracts, and respond to potential risks or incidents. Their role is crucial in protecting the organization from financial, reputational, and regulatory harm that can arise from third-party relationships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vendor risk manager?

To thrive as a Vendor Risk Manager, you need expertise in risk assessment, third-party management, and compliance, often backed by a degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management platforms, contract management tools, and certifications like Certified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, negotiation, and clear communication skills help you collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders effectively. These skills ensure organizations can identify, mitigate, and manage risks arising from third-party relationships, safeguarding business continuity and compliance.

How does a vendor risk manager typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

A Vendor Risk Manager works closely with departments like procurement, legal, IT, and compliance to ensure that vendors meet the organization's security and regulatory standards. This collaboration often involves reviewing contracts, assessing potential risks, and implementing mitigation strategies. Regular communication with stakeholders is essential to keep everyone informed about vendor performance and risk status, making cross-functional teamwork a key aspect of the role. Effective collaboration helps streamline risk assessments and supports informed decision-making across the business.

What is the difference between Vendor Risk Manager vs Vendor Compliance Analyst?

AspectVendor Risk ManagerVendor Compliance Analyst
CertificationsCertified Third Party Risk Professional (CTPRP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, procurement, legal departmentsCompliance departments, audit teams, legal units
Industry UsageFinance, healthcare, technology, retailFinance, healthcare, manufacturing, technology
Primary FocusIdentifying, assessing, and mitigating vendor risksEnsuring vendor adherence to compliance standards and policies

The Vendor Risk Manager focuses on evaluating and mitigating risks associated with vendors, while the Vendor Compliance Analyst concentrates on ensuring vendors meet regulatory and internal compliance standards. Both roles are essential in managing vendor relationships but differ in their core responsibilities and focus areas.

What cities in Alabama are hiring for Vendor Risk Manager jobs?

Cities in Alabama with the most Vendor Risk Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Vendor Risk Manager job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,113 per year, or $48.6 per hour.

Vendor Manager - Business Segment

Regions Financial Corporation

Birmingham, AL • On-site

$82K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Regions Bank rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.
Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions' Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description:
At Regions, the Vendor Manager - Business Segment role supports and administers vendor management for a designated area or division. Ensures enterprise-wide needs for due diligence, risk assessment and continuing vendor monitoring are being accomplished and works to assess, address and monitor business impacts of outsourced service relationships.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Acts a liaison for area/division in partnership with Corporate Procurement to manage vendor relationships associated with outsourced services
  • Identifies, reports, and tracks vendor third party risk issues and implements remediation plans
  • Ensures compliance with expectations for due diligence, risk assessment and continuing vendor monitoring are accomplished
  • Oversees detailed reporting, documentation requirements and processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of vendor-submitted surveys, documents and deliverables
  • Facilitates contracts renewals in partnership with Business Segment Managers to ensure that contractual service level agreements are in alignment with the needs of the business
  • Oversees requests for new vendor relationships and the submittal of Third Party Questionnaires (TPQ), in order to effectively assess and address operational, reputational, customer and shareholder impact, information security and privacy risks, process/policies and procedures impact, staff impact, regulatory impact, and potential for financial loss
  • Manages third-party contract review and execution for business line, in partnership with Corporate Procurement
  • Facilitates the resolution of escalated vendor-related issues
  • Reviews exit plans and Service Organization Controls (SOC) reports as part of the TPQ process
  • Attends Working Group meetings for complex, critical or high-risk vendor relationships
  • May manage a team or group depending on area/division
  • Participates in and/or leads, as appropriate, the procurement process with vendors
  • Manages the governance, procurement and contract-related aspects of the business segment vendors in order to support corporate procurement and vendor management objectives
  • Communicates, educates and implements a common and consistent approach to vendor management within the business segment
  • Makes recommendations as appropriate to correct deviations from established standards and objectives
  • Completes critical vendor managements tasks
  • May lead the procurement process with vendors

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and five (5) years vendor management experience
  • Or High School Diploma and nine (9) years vendor management experience

Skills and Competencies
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical and follow-through skills
  • Project management skills
  • Proven ability to build relationships
  • Strong knowledge of banking and regulations impacting business unit relationships

Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$82,710.10 USD
Median:
$104,600.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This job is not incentive eligible.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
  • Paid Vacation/Sick Time
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Disability Benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions' benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.
https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits
Location Details
Riverchase Operations Center
Location:
Hoover, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.

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