Senior Analyst, Vendor Management

About Us: Headquartered in Chicago, Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC is an investment bank that combines Wall Street scale with the agility of an independent, employee-owned firm. We help financial institutions uncover overlooked opportunities, navigate complexity, and make decisions grounded in insight—not impulse. Our work is focused on long-term impact and relationships built on what matters most: trust and enduring performance. About the Position: The Vendor Management Senior Analyst supports the economical, efficient, and timely creation, negotiation, implementation and management of vendor agreements to support business initiatives. This role supports the SVP in managing a high volume of contracts under tight timelines while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics, integrity, and organizational compliance guidelines. The ideal candidate will help support bridging the gap between compliance/procedure requirements and business needs in a customer-centric manner, working closely with various stakeholders, compliance and legal. The responsibilities shown below are not all inclusive, additional responsibilities may be added. Primary preference for Chicago-based candidates; open to remote arrangements depending on experience and fit. Specifically, This Individual Will Be Responsible For The Following Familiarize themselves with the Vendor Management platform to understand processes. Manage shared inbox and respond to or route inquiries in a timely manner. Manage the Vendor Management platform, including entering new agreements and renewals and maintaining data accuracy. Maintain updates on Vendor Management processes with the various required documentation. Identify process improvements and present recommendations to the SVP of Vendor Management. Coordinate with business stakeholders to complete the New Vendor Intake process, including collecting required documentation such as MNDAs and SOC reports. Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, AP, and business units as needed. Assume ownership of a growing volume of Event and Subscription agreements as experience develops. Process employee onboarding and offboarding, including license assignments and reassignments or cancellations of unused licenses. Partner with business stakeholders to reassign or cancel unused software licenses. Process and track renewal requests and ensure associated compliance, security, and tax documentation is current (OFAC, SOC, W-9/TIN). Engage with vendors on renewals, licensing, SOC data, and related matters. We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Business, Operations, or a related field required. 2-4 years of Vendor Management experience, contract administration and operations coordination. Genuine interest in or exposure to vendor management, with a desire to grow in this function over time Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with vendor management systems such as Salesforce. Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills; able to collaborate across functions, navigate difficult conversations, and deliver a high level of client service. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple vendors and priorities in a high-volume, operational environment. Ability to identify issues early, drive accountability, and support practical resolution. Strong attention to detail with a focus on data quality, documentation, and follow-through. Candidates must be eligible to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship. Featured Benefits Health Coverage Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (administered through a national carrier such as Blue Cross Blue Shields ) Prescription Drug Plans Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent Care) (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Vacation/Personal Days + Holidays PT Retirement Mission-Driven Employee Stock Ownership Plan Voluntary Life Insurance + Long-Term Disability Insurance Wellness & Everyday Support Discounted Fitness Memberships (Free membership for Chicago office) Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits – Transit & Parking Mental Health support through company provided Employee Assistance Program Employee recognition programs (PT Rewards and Annual Awards) Compensation: The base salary range for this position is $80,000-$100,000. This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand. This position is also eligible for a bonus component that would be dependent on pre-defined performance factors. All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts. #J-18808-Ljbffr Performance Trust Capital Partners