Insurance Third-Party Vendor Management Advisor

TransUnion; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions company is seeking an Advisor of Third-Party Vendor Management in Reston, Virginia. This role focuses on onboarding and managing vendor relationships to enhance data quality and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in vendor management, preferably in the insurance sector. The position is hybrid, requiring in-person collaboration at least two days a week.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with employer match

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant role, such as vendor management, data acquisition, sales/customer success.
• Capable of supporting a fast-paced, growing team.
• Prior experience in the insurance industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Onboard, manage, and optimize relationships with third-party data vendors.
• Evaluate vendor proposals against budget constraints.
• Negotiate contracts with new and existing vendors.

Skills

3-5 years experience in vendor management

Highly organized

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Salesforce

Job description

What We Bring

At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the drivers seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates can learn new things and be a leader every day.

Come be a part of our team youll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

The Advisor of Third-Party Vendor Management for the Insurance Vertical will play a critical role in identifying and implementing strategic partnerships to advance the goals and revenue growth of the vertical.

What Youll Bring

• At least, 3-5 years of experience in a relevant role, such as 3rd party vendor management, data acquisition, sales/customer success.
• Must be a highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter capable of supporting a fast-paced, growing team.
• Prior experience in the insurance industry (carrier experience preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to leverage and build relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically, with a proven record for originating and driving the adoption of successful strategic initiatives.

Were also looking for the preferred skills below

• Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Salesforce

Impact Youll Make

• This role reports directly to the Senior Director of Insurance Data Acquisition
• As a key contributor to our vendor management strategy, you will play a pivotal role in onboarding, managing, and optimizing relationships with third-party data vendors and strategic partners. Your work will directly influence data quality, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.

• You will develop and maintain strong relationships with third-party data vendors and strategic partners.
• You will collaborate with Market Planning, Market Development, and Sales to identify potential vendors that align with business needs.
• You will evaluate vendor proposals against budget constraints and data/product quality standards.
• You will facilitate the onboarding process for new vendors, including contracting, third-party risk management (TPRM), and data delivery setup.
• You will negotiate contracts and terms of service with new and existing vendors, ensuring alignment with company objectives and legal requirements.
• You will monitor vendor performance against service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and other agreed-upon standards.
• You will conduct regular vendor performance reviews and provide actionable feedback.
• You will track and manage issues and control deficiencies related to third-party relationships.
• You will collaborate with internal teams including Legal, Procurement, Finance, InfoSec, and Risk Management to define vendor requirements and ensure effective risk controls.
• You will communicate clearly and consistently with internal and external stakeholders regarding vendor performance, compliance, and emerging issues.
• You will provide strategic insights and support to internal stakeholders as part of the vendor management program.
• You will lead conversations with global data acquisition teams to identify synergies across verticals and determine when internal capabilities should be leveraged instead of external vendors.

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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Companys reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Benefits

TransUnion provides flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision plan options and health spending accounts), mental health support, disability benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility planning coverage, legal benefits, long-term care insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) retirement savings with employer match, and access to TransUnions Employee Resource Groups. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select health and welfare plans.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnions Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting [e-mail].

Pay Scale Information:

The U.S. base salary range for this position is $100,100.00 - $150,000.00 annually. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individuals education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnions annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

TransUnion's Internal Job Title:

Advisor, Data Acquisition

Company:

TransUnion LLC