Senior Talent Vendor Relations Associate

RSM US LLP

. Support management of the Talent organization’s global vendor portfolio .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $77,700 - $128,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, including lifecycle activities, governance processes, and invoice administration. Proficient in analyzing operational data and preparing reports while ensuring compliance with firm policies and maintaining accurate records.

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Vendor ManagementInvoice AdministrationData AnalysisProcess DevelopmentStakeholder Coordination

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Hard Skills

Vendor Lifecycle ManagementInvoice TrackingExpense CodingContractual Requirement ReviewData Reporting

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Teams

Industry Keywords

Vendor OperationsProcurementSourcingTalent OperationsHR Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support management of the Talent organization’s global vendor portfolio
Lead execution of administrative and operational vendor lifecycle and governance activities for assigned vendor engagements
Guide Talent stakeholders through vendor-related processes, governance requirements, and complex cross-functional scenarios
Manage vendor invoice administration, including shared inbox management, charge validation, coding and allocation verification, payment-status tracking, and billing-dispute resolution
Maintain accurate vendor records across systems, trackers, and repositories
Interpret and apply firm policies to ensure compliance with firm standards
Support vendor performance and issue management by researching contractual requirements, coordinating working sessions, tracking remediation, and preparing escalation information
Prepare reports and analyze vendor, spend, invoice, renewal, and operational data
Develop and maintain processes, templates, trackers, job aids, and reference materials
Support Talent Operations leadership with ad hoc and cross-functional projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
Ability to independently manage administrative and operational activities across multiple concurrent engagements
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and established requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build productive relationships and coordinate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cross-functional teams
Sound judgment and ability to resolve operational issues and recognize when escalation is appropriate
Ability to prepare reports and analyze business and operational information
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive business information with discretion
Experience supporting vendor management, vendor operations, procurement, sourcing, finance, Talent or HR operations, or a related business function
Experience coordinating vendor lifecycle activities, governance processes, or cross-functional workflows
Experience with vendor invoice administration, payment tracking, expense coding, or billing-dispute resolution
Experience reviewing contractual requirements and supporting vendor performance, remediation, or issue management
Experience maintaining business records across enterprise systems, trackers, and document repositories
Experience preparing reports and analyzing vendor, financial, renewal, or operational data
Experience developing or improving processes, templates, trackers, job aids, or reference materials
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package
Flexible schedule
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities