OPT Vendor Risk Management Jobs
Vendor Risk Management jobs involve assessing third-party suppliers, auditing compliance frameworks, and managing contractual risk exposure. F-1 OPT students can work in this field during their 12-month authorization period, with STEM OPT extensions available for roles at qualifying employers in finance, consulting, and technology.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
This is a HYBRID position that requires in office days Tuesday-Thursday to be based at one of our office locations below:
- Merrill, WI (preferred location)
- Milwaukee, WI
- Madison, WI
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as a liaison between the procurement department and business units for vendor management and purchasing responsibilities. Facilitate the vendor onboarding process, including the evaluation and approval workflow of vendor contracts. Track and evaluate vendor performance and compliance. Procure goods and services from vendors at the best possible price and level of service. Research alternative vendors and products. Serve as a subject matter expert for procurement owned systems and processes.
On any given day, you'll:
- Facilitate the vendor onboarding process for assigned business units using the vendor management system.
- Evaluate vendor contracts terms, make recommendations, and review for savings potential.
- Facilitate the resolution of contract terms between the vendor, legal department, and the business unit.
- Follow-up with vendors to ensure documentation is received to complete the vendor onboarding process.
- Ensure vendor performance and compliance is evaluated in advance of contract renewal for assigned business units.
- Initiate the purchase of goods and services from vendors.
- Research alternative vendors, products, or services to drive organizational savings.
- Facilitate the process of obtaining required documentation to initiate vendor payment. Review for goods or services delivered but not receipted in the procurement system.
- Assist with creating and administering supplier request for proposals (RFPs).
- Complete the reconciliation of corporate purchasing card transactions and Amazon account purchases and provide supporting documentation to Accounting, including general ledger coding for G/L upload.
- Support and administer procurement systems, including purchase order management, vendor onboarding, supplier data maintenance, reporting, and user support.
- Assist employees with procurement processes, roles, and responsibilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Here's what we expect:
- Minimum of three years' experience in purchasing or working with vendors is required.
- Prior experience in the insurance industry is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting procurement technology, purchase order workflows, invoice matching, receiving processes, and supplier data management is preferred.
- Experience utilizing procurement and purchase order systems is required; experience with Unit4 is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree is required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers.
- Ability to investigate and resolve issues.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Ability to use good judgment and make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to interact with multiple departments and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and meet necessary deadlines.
- Strong Microsoft Word and Excel capabilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes.
- Ability to collaborate with all team members.
- Ability to treat others with dignity and respect.
- Ability to influence, negotiate, collaborate, and achieve consensus with key stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively and cultivate strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external parties.
- Significant experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment and meet necessary deadlines.
COMPENSATION
Exact compensation will vary based on consideration of a variety of factors including education, skills, experience, and location.
- Compensation: 61,800 to 92,600
Church Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
INTRODUCTION
This is a HYBRID position that requires in office days Tuesday-Thursday to be based at one of our office locations below:
- Merrill, WI (preferred location)
- Milwaukee, WI
- Madison, WI
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as a liaison between the procurement department and business units for vendor management and purchasing responsibilities. Facilitate the vendor onboarding process, including the evaluation and approval workflow of vendor contracts. Track and evaluate vendor performance and compliance. Procure goods and services from vendors at the best possible price and level of service. Research alternative vendors and products. Serve as a subject matter expert for procurement owned systems and processes.
On any given day, you'll:
- Facilitate the vendor onboarding process for assigned business units using the vendor management system.
- Evaluate vendor contracts terms, make recommendations, and review for savings potential.
- Facilitate the resolution of contract terms between the vendor, legal department, and the business unit.
- Follow-up with vendors to ensure documentation is received to complete the vendor onboarding process.
- Ensure vendor performance and compliance is evaluated in advance of contract renewal for assigned business units.
- Initiate the purchase of goods and services from vendors.
- Research alternative vendors, products, or services to drive organizational savings.
- Facilitate the process of obtaining required documentation to initiate vendor payment. Review for goods or services delivered but not receipted in the procurement system.
- Assist with creating and administering supplier request for proposals (RFPs).
- Complete the reconciliation of corporate purchasing card transactions and Amazon account purchases and provide supporting documentation to Accounting, including general ledger coding for G/L upload.
- Support and administer procurement systems, including purchase order management, vendor onboarding, supplier data maintenance, reporting, and user support.
- Assist employees with procurement processes, roles, and responsibilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Here's what we expect:
- Minimum of three years' experience in purchasing or working with vendors is required.
- Prior experience in the insurance industry is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting procurement technology, purchase order workflows, invoice matching, receiving processes, and supplier data management is preferred.
- Experience utilizing procurement and purchase order systems is required; experience with Unit4 is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree is required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers.
- Ability to investigate and resolve issues.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Ability to use good judgment and make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to interact with multiple departments and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and meet necessary deadlines.
- Strong Microsoft Word and Excel capabilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes.
- Ability to collaborate with all team members.
- Ability to treat others with dignity and respect.
- Ability to influence, negotiate, collaborate, and achieve consensus with key stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively and cultivate strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external parties.
- Significant experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment and meet necessary deadlines.
COMPENSATION
Exact compensation will vary based on consideration of a variety of factors including education, skills, experience, and location.
- Compensation: 61,800 to 92,600
Church Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Vendor Risk Management
Lead with your risk assessment coursework
Hiring managers in vendor risk want candidates who understand due diligence frameworks. Highlight coursework in risk management, auditing, or compliance directly on your resume. Specific course names signal technical readiness faster than generic degree titles.
Target financial services and consulting firms
Banks, insurance companies, and Big Four consulting firms run large vendor risk functions and have established OPT hiring pipelines. These employers understand work authorization timelines and are more likely to offer H-1B visa sponsorship when your OPT period ends.
Get familiar with third-party risk frameworks
Employers expect fluency with frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2. Even self-study exposure gives you a concrete talking point in interviews and demonstrates you can contribute from day one without extensive onboarding.
Disclose your OPT timeline early in the process
Tell recruiters your OPT start date and STEM extension eligibility in the first conversation. Employers who cannot accommodate your timeline will exit early, saving you time. Those who proceed know exactly what they are committing to.
Pursue certifications that signal credibility
Certifications like CISA or the Certified Third Party Risk Professional credential materially strengthen your profile. Many OPT students underestimate how much a single relevant certification can offset concerns about limited domestic work experience.
Emphasize analytical tools experience on your resume
Vendor risk roles increasingly rely on GRC platforms and data analysis. Proficiency in tools like Excel, SQL, or governance software gives employers confidence you can handle risk scoring and reporting without a long ramp-up period.
Vendor Risk Management OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work in Vendor Risk Management legally?
Yes. Vendor Risk Management is a qualifying field for F-1 OPT work authorization when the role is directly related to your degree. Business, finance, information systems, and cybersecurity graduates commonly meet this requirement. Confirm the connection between your specific degree and job duties with your Designated School Official before accepting an offer to ensure your employment remains compliant.
Are Vendor Risk Management roles eligible for STEM OPT extension?
Many are, but it depends on your degree field and the employer. If you hold a STEM-designated degree in information systems, data analytics, computer science, or a related discipline, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Risk roles at technology companies and fintech firms are strong candidates because the analytical work often aligns directly with STEM classifications.
Where can I find Vendor Risk Management jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Vendor Risk Management positions from employers who are actively open to hiring F-1 OPT candidates. Filtering by OPT eligibility saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering work authorization issues late in the process. Employers on the platform understand the timeline and sponsorship expectations upfront.
Do Vendor Risk Management employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Sponsorship rates are highest at large financial institutions, consulting firms, and enterprise technology companies with dedicated vendor risk functions. Smaller firms and startups are less likely to sponsor because the legal costs and administrative process are harder to absorb. When evaluating offers during OPT, ask directly about the company's H-1B history and whether the legal team handles sponsorship internally or outsources it.
What academic backgrounds qualify OPT students for Vendor Risk Management roles?
The most common qualifying degrees are business administration, finance, information systems, cybersecurity, and supply chain management. Some employers also hire from statistics and data analytics programs, particularly for roles that involve quantitative risk scoring. Your resume should explicitly connect your degree coursework to the specific duties in the job description, which also helps your DSO verify OPT compliance.