Vendor Risk Associate

Job overview

The Vendor Risk Associate role is onsite in Topeka, KS. Compensation is not specified. The position reports to the Head of Vendor Risk Management and supports vendor identification, vetting, and contracting processes related to vendor and supply-chain risk. The role exists to help identify, monitor, manage, and mitigate supplier risks. It contributes by reviewing due diligence, tracking risk events and remediation, maintaining records, and supporting policies, controls, and audit readiness.

What you'll do

• Review supplier due diligence materials covering compliance, IT security, and financials
• identify issues and follow-up steps
• monitor and report supply-chain incidents
• assist with vendor onboarding and risk assessments
• track evaluations, renewals, insurance certificates, and remediation
• manage supplier alerts and risk databases
• support training, policies, procedures, governance, and audit readiness.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

vendor risk associate

vendor risk

supply chain risk

due diligence

supplier monitoring

risk assessments

compliance

it security

contract renewals

topeka ks

the rockridge group

audit readiness

risk mitigation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

The Rockridge Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.