Risk Analyst

Senior Risk Analyst

O’Fallon, MO

12 months

Overview

The Third-Party Senior Risk Analyst is part of the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Center of Excellence within the Global Supply Chain organization. This role is responsible for conducting intake and baseline risk assessments of third parties in alignment with the TPRM framework. The objective is to ensure compliance with organizational standards and enable effective identification, measurement, and management of risks associated with third-party relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intake activities including scoping engagements, segmenting third parties, and initiating risk assessments
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, Sourcing, Legal, Subject Matter Experts, and TPRM team members to understand engagement scope and associated risks
• Conduct risk-based assessments focusing on data privacy, information security, and operational resilience
• Identify control gaps, document findings, and recommend mitigation strategies
• Align risk assessment outcomes with third-party contract negotiations
• Escalate key risks to relevant internal stakeholders as needed
• Evaluate and prioritize new or modified third-party engagements based on risk factors
• Ensure all assessments meet program standards, quality expectations, and timelines

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience working with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools
• Strong risk-based mindset with the ability to identify and communicate key risk areas clearly
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, preferably within financial services or payment processing
• Understanding of data systems and data-driven technologies to identify potential risks
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to adapt quickly to change and work effectively in ambiguous environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)