Vice President, Third Party Risk Operations – Procurement

Raymond James

. Lead all operational aspects of the Third Party Risk lifecycle, including onboarding, due diligence, risk assessments, issue management, periodic reviews, and ongoing monitoring .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Third Party Risk Management, Procurement Operations, and Regulatory Compliance, with a strong focus on process optimization, technology integration, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead transformation initiatives and develop governance structures that enhance operational efficiency and risk controls.

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Third Party Risk ManagementProcurement Operations LeadershipRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseProcess OptimizationAI and Intelligent Automation Implementation

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentSupplier ManagementOperational ExcellenceDigital TransformationTechnology Roadmap DevelopmentPerformance Metrics EstablishmentGovernance Structure DevelopmentAudit ReadinessStakeholder Satisfaction ImprovementProcess Maturity Enhancement

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluenceStakeholder ManagementTeam DevelopmentCollaborative Culture Promotion

Tools & Technologies

AribaCoupaServiceNowProcessUnityOneTrustArcher

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCRISCCISAPMP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulatory ExpectationsRisk ManagementSupplier OnboardingProcurement Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all operational aspects of the Third Party Risk lifecycle, including onboarding, due diligence, risk assessments, issue management, periodic reviews, and ongoing monitoring
Ensure efficient execution of TPRM processes while maintaining compliance with regulatory and Raymond James risk management requirements
Partner with Risk Management, Information Security, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Internal Audit, and other subject matter experts
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times and improve business satisfaction while maintaining risk controls
Establish executive reporting and dashboards covering third-party risk exposure, operational performance, and remediation activities
Oversee critical and high-risk supplier populations and governance activities
Lead during regulatory examinations, audits, and risk reviews involving third-party risk practices
Partner with the CPO on digital transformation, AI, and technology strategy
Serve as product lead for procurement and third-party risk technology platforms
Define and execute technology roadmaps for digitization, automation, and AI-driven process improvements
Lead transformation initiatives focused on efficiency, user experience, controls, and scalability
Establish enterprise governance structures for procurement operations and third-party risk management
Provide strategic recommendations and decision support to senior executives and governance committees
Ensure readiness for audits, regulatory reviews, and internal control assessments
Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Participate in executive forums and represent Procurement in enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
Lead, develop, and mentor teams across procurement operations, third-party risk operations, process excellence, and analytics
Build organizational capabilities and succession planning strategies
Establish performance expectations and accountability measures
Promote a collaborative and customer-focused culture
Create a best-in-class supplier onboarding and third-party risk operating model
Improve procurement process maturity, governance, automation, analytics, AI capabilities, stakeholder satisfaction, and supplier experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field
12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Procurement, Third Party Risk Management, Supplier Management, Operational Excellence, or related disciplines
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise procurement operations and third-party risk management programs
Strong understanding of regulatory expectations related to third-party risk management within the financial services industry
Proven success leading large-scale transformation, process optimization, and technology initiatives
Experience interacting with executive leadership, internal audit, regulators, and governance committees
Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Financial Services industry experience preferred
Experience with Ariba, Coupa, ServiceNow, ProcessUnity, OneTrust, Archer, or similar platforms preferred
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CRISC, CISA, PMP, or equivalent preferred
Experience implementing AI and intelligent automation solutions within procurement or risk management functions preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Disability benefits
Retirement savings
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Parental leave
Remote workstyle
Less than 25% travel