**_Job Overview:_** The Vendor Third-Party Advisor is responsible to collaborate with a variety of Cardinal Health business units to discover new vendors being considered for use within Cardinal Health and evaluate the risk of that relationship. This position will be required to review IT risk assessments, third-party certification and audit reports against a given vendor. Upon this review, the Vendor Third-Party Advisor will be required to provide layman’s terms descriptions of issues to the business as well as provide an overall opinion of risk to Cardinal Health. Based on the business’s decision to move forward with a given vendor, this role is also responsible to work with the vendor to close risk gaps to protect Cardinal Health and its data. This individual is required to quickly learn the various Cardinal Health business units, work autonomously and to escalate issues as they are encountered to meet timelines set forth by the business. The Vendor Third-Party Risk Advisor will be a dedicated resource managing vendor analysis for all facets of Cardinal Health. Key interactions points will exist within Legal, Compliance and Indirect Procurement. This position is a day shift position that will work with US and Manila based teams and our eGRC (Archer) Vendor Third Party risk portal. **_Key respon_** **_sibilities include:_** + Solid knowledge in the areas of risk-based reporting across various dimensions (information security, business continuity, etc.), data analysis, KRIs, etc., + Solid knowledge into technology regulatory requirements in the US and/or regions represented + Assess new or changing regulations to advise on adjustments required within TPRM program + Evaluate and monitor third party risks to ensure risks are appropriately identified, addressed and risk rated + Conduct due diligence and timely executions of third-party risk assessments to evaluate controls of third-party suppliers + Facilitates the analysis of, and makes recommendations towards, effective strategies to address vendor risks + Communicate identified gaps and recommended solutions, or compensating controls, to business managers as well as various members of leadership + Support TPRM leadership with additional risk management program activities + Understand when issues need to be escalated and/or communicated to Cardinal Health leadership + Stay aware of best practices for risk analysis processes and functions from an industry and strategic standpoint + Know emerging trends and remain vigilant in awareness of new threats + Mediate between vendors and business leaders utilizing knowledge of IT risk within the organization + Demonstrate excellent listening, communication, and facilitation skills **_Qualifications:_** + Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience + 4+ years experience in related field preferred + 2+ years’ experience in risk management or audit + High proficiency with data analysis and business intelligence tools, i.e. Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc. + Ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills with associates at all levels across the enterprise and the ability to influence others without authority + Prior experience managing risk within third parties, specifically data risk awareness and ability to communicate potential risk impacts a plus + Prior experience in contract negotiation a plus **_What is expected of you and others at this level:_** + Demonstrates consistent growth in skills and effectiveness in shaping and influencing strategic direction + Applies comprehensive knowledge and an understanding of risk, compliance and potential impacts to provide approval of vendors for use within Cardinal Health + Propose technical solutions to a wide range of problems to both allow the vendor to meet the businesses needs and minimize exposure of Cardinal Health and its data + Work directly with team lead and legal counsel to recommend proper technical contract language + May contribute to the development of policies and procedures _Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._ _Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. 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