Global Vendor Risk Analyst — Hybrid (Manchester)

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Double-matched pension

Life assurance 8x salary

Job summary

Procurement People represents a market-leading global professional services firm in Manchester. The Vendor Risk Management Analyst will oversee the end-to-end risk lifecycle of vendor relationships, conduct due diligence for new and existing vendors, and categorize partners by risk to support global compliance and business strategy.

The role requires sharp analytical skills, strong communication with internal teams, and collaboration across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in vendor risk management, compliance, or related commercial risk roles.
• Sector background in large-scale professional services or Fortune 500 environments is desirable.
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to interpret complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end vendor risk assessments and due diligence.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements; prepare reports for senior management.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Monitor vendor performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate vendor audits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining and evolving vendor risk policies to align with best practices.

Skills

Vendor risk management

Compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Procurement People represents a market-leading global professional services firm in Manchester. The Vendor Risk Management Analyst will oversee the end-to-end risk lifecycle of vendor relationships, conduct due diligence for new and existing vendors, and categorize partners by risk to support global compliance and business strategy.

The role requires sharp analytical skills, strong communication with internal teams, and collaboration across stakeholders.