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Vendor Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field. Employers in tech, retail, and manufacturing regularly file LCAs for this title. The 85,000-slot annual cap and lottery make employer selection critical.
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Vendor Relations Analyst
Location
Troy, MI 48098
Job Summary
This role will be responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the bank’s relationships with Fiserv and FIS, two of the institution’s most critical core banking service providers. This role ensures that vendor performance aligns with contractual obligations, financial expectations, and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in vendor management, financial tracking, and cross-functional coordination.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Vendor Relationship Management - serves as the primary point of contact and internal SME for all matters related to Fiserv and FIS. Acts as a primary intake funnel for all contract requests related to FIS and Fiserv – maintain routine with Sourcing weekly to review net-new requests. Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendor account teams and internal stakeholders. Monitor vendor performance against SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations and be the primary coordinator for data during QBRs. Facilitate collection of data for TPM and ongoing monitoring requirements. Facilitate regular business reviews and escalation management.
- Contract & Request Intake - Manage intake and triage of all requests for net new contracts, amendments, renewals, and terminations – maintain routine communication with Sourcing weekly to review net-new requests.
- Financial Oversight - Coordinate monthly and quarterly invoicing processes with vendors and internal teams. Partner with Finance to track actual spend against forecast and budget. Identify and resolve discrepancies in billing and ensure timely payment processing. Support annual budgeting and forecasting cycles with vendor cost inputs.
- Procurement & PO Management - Raise and manage purchase order (PO) requisitions for all vendor-related spend. Ensure alignment of PO values with contract terms and forecasted spend. Track PO lifecycle and ensure timely approvals and renewals.
- Governance & Reporting - Participate in the development and maintenance dashboards and reports on vendor performance, spend, and contract status. Support internal audits and regulatory reviews related to vendor oversight. Help ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., FFIEC, OCC).
- Uses independent judgement and discretion to make decisions.
- Analyzes and resolves problems pertaining to billing and invoicing.
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Education level required: High School / High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) / Foreign Equivalent
- Minimum experience required: 4+ Years of vendor relations and analytic experience.
Job Competencies:
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships both internal and external. Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage vendor relationships.
- Skilled in navigating competing priorities and aligning stakeholders toward shared goals.
- Strategic Thinking – capable of understanding the broader business context behind vendor relationships and financial oversight. Able to anticipate downstream impacts of contract changes, budget shifts, or vendor performance issues.
- Communication and Influence - Skilled in communicating complex vendor or financial issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Able to influence vendor behavior and internal decision-making through data-driven insights and relationship management.
- Attention to Detail - high level of accuracy in reviewing contracts, invoices, and financial reports. Ability to spot inconsistencies or risks in documentation and escalate appropriately.
- Problem Solving and Judgment - Uses sound judgment to resolve billing discrepancies and vendor issues independently. Applies critical thinking to assess vendor performance and compliance risks.
- Demonstrates a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders by communicating clearly, engaging in proactive collaboration, and leveraging cross-functional insights. Aligns relationship building efforts with enterprise goals to accelerate performance and drive strategic results.
- 15% Travel requirement.
- Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.
Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing clear and accurate compensation information in accordance with applicable laws. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on location, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, commissions, or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank
Pay Range
$58,460.25 - $91,493.00
Position Title
Vendor Relations Analyst
Location
Troy, MI 48098
Job Summary
This role will be responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the bank’s relationships with Fiserv and FIS, two of the institution’s most critical core banking service providers. This role ensures that vendor performance aligns with contractual obligations, financial expectations, and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in vendor management, financial tracking, and cross-functional coordination.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Vendor Relationship Management - serves as the primary point of contact and internal SME for all matters related to Fiserv and FIS. Acts as a primary intake funnel for all contract requests related to FIS and Fiserv – maintain routine with Sourcing weekly to review net-new requests. Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendor account teams and internal stakeholders. Monitor vendor performance against SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations and be the primary coordinator for data during QBRs. Facilitate collection of data for TPM and ongoing monitoring requirements. Facilitate regular business reviews and escalation management.
- Contract & Request Intake - Manage intake and triage of all requests for net new contracts, amendments, renewals, and terminations – maintain routine communication with Sourcing weekly to review net-new requests.
- Financial Oversight - Coordinate monthly and quarterly invoicing processes with vendors and internal teams. Partner with Finance to track actual spend against forecast and budget. Identify and resolve discrepancies in billing and ensure timely payment processing. Support annual budgeting and forecasting cycles with vendor cost inputs.
- Procurement & PO Management - Raise and manage purchase order (PO) requisitions for all vendor-related spend. Ensure alignment of PO values with contract terms and forecasted spend. Track PO lifecycle and ensure timely approvals and renewals.
- Governance & Reporting - Participate in the development and maintenance dashboards and reports on vendor performance, spend, and contract status. Support internal audits and regulatory reviews related to vendor oversight. Help ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., FFIEC, OCC).
- Uses independent judgement and discretion to make decisions.
- Analyzes and resolves problems pertaining to billing and invoicing.
ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
- Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Education level required: High School / High School Equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC) / Foreign Equivalent
- Minimum experience required: 4+ Years of vendor relations and analytic experience.
Job Competencies:
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships both internal and external. Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage vendor relationships.
- Skilled in navigating competing priorities and aligning stakeholders toward shared goals.
- Strategic Thinking – capable of understanding the broader business context behind vendor relationships and financial oversight. Able to anticipate downstream impacts of contract changes, budget shifts, or vendor performance issues.
- Communication and Influence - Skilled in communicating complex vendor or financial issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Able to influence vendor behavior and internal decision-making through data-driven insights and relationship management.
- Attention to Detail - high level of accuracy in reviewing contracts, invoices, and financial reports. Ability to spot inconsistencies or risks in documentation and escalate appropriately.
- Problem Solving and Judgment - Uses sound judgment to resolve billing discrepancies and vendor issues independently. Applies critical thinking to assess vendor performance and compliance risks.
- Demonstrates a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders by communicating clearly, engaging in proactive collaboration, and leveraging cross-functional insights. Aligns relationship building efforts with enterprise goals to accelerate performance and drive strategic results.
- 15% Travel requirement.
- Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.
Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing clear and accurate compensation information in accordance with applicable laws. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on location, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, commissions, or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank
Pay Range
$58,460.25 - $91,493.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Vendor Manager
Match your degree to the LCA job description
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly supports the Vendor Manager role. Supply chain, business administration, or operations management degrees align cleanest. A mismatch between your transcript and the employer's LCA job duties is a common RFE trigger.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for Vendor Manager titles specifically. Employers with consistent LCA history for this role are far more likely to have an established H-1B sponsorship process already in place.
Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions are cap-exempt. Vendor Manager roles exist at procurement offices within these organizations, and a cap-exempt filing means your petition gets adjudicated without waiting for an April lottery slot.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. The LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area, and knowing your wage level upfront prevents offers that can't legally support your H-1B petition.
Confirm the specialty occupation classification with O*NET
Vendor Manager maps to multiple SOC codes depending on the employer's industry. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific role to confirm the listed education requirements match your credentials before the employer files, since USCIS will use the same profile to evaluate specialty occupation status.
Ask about premium processing during offer negotiation
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months, leaving you in limbo between jobs. USCIS offers premium processing for a faster decision. Clarify during the offer stage whether the employer will cover this cost, since it's not guaranteed and isn't included in most standard sponsorship packages.
H-1B Visa Vendor Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Vendor Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as supply chain management, business administration, or operations. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the employer's LCA and job duties documentation needs to establish that a specific degree is an actual requirement, not merely preferred.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Vendor Manager roles?
Technology companies, large retailers, logistics firms, and manufacturers are the most active H-1B sponsors for Vendor Manager titles based on DOL LCA disclosure data. These industries operate complex supplier networks that regularly justify dedicated vendor management headcount at the specialty occupation level. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in this category on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Vendor Manager role if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. Your employer files the H-1B petition in April for an October 1 start date while you remain authorized on OPT. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your OPT authorization through September 30, bridging the gap between your OPT end date and your H-1B start date.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Vendor Manager position?
The employer needs a certified LCA that matches the actual job duties and wage level, a detailed support letter explaining why the role requires a specific degree, and evidence that vendor management at their organization is genuinely a specialty occupation. On your end, official transcripts, any professional certifications in supply chain or procurement, and employment verification letters all support the petition.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search strategy as a Vendor Manager candidate?
With a 85,000-slot annual cap and significantly more registrations filed each year, selection is not guaranteed. Prioritizing employers that are cap-exempt, have a history of filing multiple H-1B petitions, or are willing to use premium processing narrows your risk. Starting your search early enough to receive and accept an offer before the March registration window is essential to any realistic timeline.