Vendor Risk Management Lead

TN France; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Join a forward-thinking company as a Vendor Risk Lead, where you will design and implement a transformative vendor management framework. This role focuses on enhancing operational excellence through strategic decision-making and data empowerment. You will lead risk mitigation activities, streamline processes, and collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance and efficiency. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you have a strong background in risk management and a passion for driving change, this is the perfect role for you.

Prestations

Diversity and Inclusion-focused environment

Growth and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years in risk management and procurement awareness.
• Experience with risk management methodologies and technologies.

Responsabilités

• Lead transformation of Third-Party Risk Management processes.
• Manage vendor risk activities and ensure compliance with regulations.

Connaissances

Risk Management

Project Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Outils

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

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You will join Group Procurement & Sourcing division. Our mission is to increase AXA Group competitiveness by optimizing the end-to-end Procurement cycle of external spend (excluding Insurance procurement), while building a high performance and risk-managed supplier base. We have a global and entity Procurement presence with two mandates:

As Group, we:

• Leverage our purchasing power through global deals & key supplier relationship management
• Define & share Group vendor risk framework & outsourcing policies
• Provide and manage global Procurement tools
• Engage the Procurement community worldwide

As Group Operations (GO), we:

• Optimize external spend by managing categories and suppliers, challenging demand to support AXA GO strategy
• Drive vendor risk framework and policies at AXA GO to ensure compliance with Group regulations (DORA, Solvency 2)
• Develop GO procurement processes and implement global & local Procurement tools
• Develop responsible Procurement aligned with GO Sustainability guidelines

Our division comprises several departments with specific accountabilities:

• GO Procurement Performance & Operations

The department / team

You will be part of the GO Vendor Risk Management team within GO Procurement Performance & Operations.

About the job

Job purpose

As Vendor Risk Lead, your main objectives are to:

• Design and implement a disruptive vendor management framework for AXA Group Operations, focusing on:
• Improving operational excellence and simplicity,
• Empowering decision-making through data

And to:

• Manage all activities related to risk mitigation.

Main missions

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading the transformation of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) by reviewing and designing processes based on Group guidelines
• Simplifying processes while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Developing GO capabilities with Subject Matter Experts in Legal, Data Privacy, Compliance, Information Security, Resilience, and Risk
• Supporting process setup, organizational implementation, and internal process review with a focus on simplification
• Leading the implementation of new risk management tools for vendor risks, including prioritizing user requests and liaising with IT
• Defining change management strategies and training programs, including ESG due diligence
• Establishing guidelines and processes for ongoing vendor risk monitoring
• Conducting external benchmarking and promoting cross-functional collaboration
• Enhancing procurement experience by defining sourcing journeys and stakeholder responsibilities
• Developing scalable processes and Target Operating Models for potential rollout across other entities
• Managing existing vendor risk processes during transformation, leading risk committees
• Co-designing and leading the implementation of regulations like DORA, including project management
• Supporting regulatory compliance activities and vendor audits
• Collaborating with risk teams to analyze scenarios, monitor risk mitigation, and produce procurement KRIs
• Representing GO Vendor Risk in relevant communities and stakeholder groups
• Managing a team of 1-2 direct reports and 3-4 offshore resources based in India

Your Profile

We seek candidates with:

• Over 10 years of professional experience in matrix and international environments, including at least 5 years in risk management
• Experience in Vendor Risk management and procurement awareness is advantageous

Technical skills include:

• Experience with Risk Management methodologies and technologies
• Project/program management skills with a focus on change management
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Languages: Fluent in English; French or Spanish is a strong plus

Soft skills include:

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Change management and transformation skills
• Hands-on approach with practical results focus
• Analytical, synthesizing, and decision-making abilities
• Influential communication skills tailored to diverse audiences, including C-Level presentations
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills with a customer-oriented mindset

About AXA

As a leading insurance company, AXA is committed to human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees across 54 countries serving 105 million customers, we foster a culture of inclusion and diversity. Join AXA to belong, grow, and make an impact in critical moments of people's lives.

About the Entity

AXA is transforming into a sustainable, tech-led company. Our Group Operations are pivotal in this evolution, leveraging technology, data, sourcing, security, and strategic investments globally to foster innovation and efficiency.

Our goals include:

• State-of-the-art Data Technology for customer experience
• Advanced Procurement & Sourcing for efficiency and risk management
• High-Performing Global Teams for stronger partnerships

What We Offer

We value diversity and inclusion, offering a D&I-focused environment where all employees are respected and valued, fostering growth and opportunity for all.