AVP, Supplier Risk & Analytics Program Manager

Synchrony

. Report to the VP, Supplier Evaluations, QA and Analytics Leader as part of Synchrony’s Supplier Due Diligence, Quality Assurance & Analytics team .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance and risk management, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, supplier due diligence, and risk assessment. Capable of developing data-driven reporting and collaborating effectively across various teams to enhance program effectiveness.

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Regulatory ComplianceSupplier Due DiligenceRisk AssessmentData-Driven ReportingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Compliance ManagementRisk ManagementSupplier Compliance TestingBusiness Requirements DevelopmentProcess ImprovementData AnalysisQuality AssuranceVendor ResiliencyAudit ExposureThird-Party Compliance Risk

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCoaching SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Technology SolutionsReporting DashboardsCommittee Materials

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager (CRVPM)

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionCredit Card CompanyRegulatory GuidanceSecond-Line OversightSupplier Management ProgramFederal Deposit Insurance Act

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the VP, Supplier Evaluations, QA and Analytics Leader as part of Synchrony’s Supplier Due Diligence, Quality Assurance & Analytics team
Drive maturation of supplier due diligence and quality assurance through a risk-based, data-driven approach
Advance due diligence and validate core program components through quality assurance processes
Partner with Supplier Evaluation Specialists across multiple risk disciplines to ensure effective execution and regulatory compliance
Simplify and train Supplier Managers on due diligence expectations
Partner with risk, government, supplier management, governance, and control teams on supplier risk assessment, execution, and testing
Develop data-driven reporting dashboards and committee slides
Support oversight, emerging-risk identification, and escalation frameworks for supplier risk management
Partner with Technology Solution Administration to develop business requirements for program enhancements
Coach junior team members and support supplier evaluation specialists and leaders
Lead supplier due diligence and ongoing-monitoring maturation efforts
Develop, enhance, and maintain program documentation and job aids
Oversee fourth-party, background, reputational, and insurance evaluations with subject-matter experts
Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Operational Risk, Internal Audit, and Source to Pay partners
Support compliance-related components of the Supplier Management Program
Independently manage assigned portfolios and workstreams, prioritize work, communicate tradeoffs, and deliver measurable results
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 5 years of experience in a Compliance or Risk role; or Master’s degree and a minimum of 3 years in a Compliance or Risk role; or, in lieu of a degree, a High School Diploma/GED and 8+ years of experience in a Compliance or Risk role
Minimum 3 years at a bank, financial institution, or credit card company
Experience in regulatory compliance, second-line oversight functions, vendor resiliency, exam and audit exposure, risk and issue management, and supplier compliance testing
Strong working knowledge of regulatory guidance pertaining to third-party compliance risk and risk control programs
Experience developing business requirements for Technology Solutions to support program enhancements, with a focus on simplification
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to engage and present effectively at all organizational levels
Proven problem-solving skills, ability to work independently, and expertise within the discipline
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is not available
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation, and submit fingerprints
Must satisfy Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act
Desired: bachelor’s or master’s degree in compliance or risk management-related fields
Preferred certification (not required): Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager (CRVPM) or equivalent
Project management and process improvement experience
Experience developing leadership or committee materials and explaining complex concepts clearly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangement: option to work from home near one of Synchrony’s Hubs or come into an office
In-person business or team meetings, training and culture events
Annual bonus based on individual and company performance
Inclusive culture and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities