Sr Vendor Relation Risk Specialist, Linga

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success.

As a Sr Vendor Relation Risk Specialist within PNC's Linga organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Chicago, IL or Naples, FL.

The ideal candidate will have experience within the restaurant or retail industry, SaaS, and payment gateways.

PNC is an in‑office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

• Identifies and manages risks associated with critical products or services, aiming to mitigate risk, improve vendor performance, and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Regularly interfaces with critical vendors and organizational staff to interpret needs and provide accurate specifications and risk mitigation solutions for complex services. Identifies opportunities and leads projects to enhance efficiencies in the program.
• Leads the review of new and existing contract assignments for compliance with applicable regulations for critical engagements and third parties.
• Consults with vendors to remediate risks identified in the assessment process and recommends, initiates, and drives improvement opportunities on complex engagements.
• Responsible for creating training documentation, risk specialist process documents, reports and required documents for management review.

• Customer Focused – Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk – Assesses and effectively manages all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for this role.

• Procurement
• Purchasing Management
• Sourcing Strategies
• Supplier Management
• Supplier Selection
• Vendor Relationships
• Vendor Risk Management

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Effective Communications
• Financial Risk Management
• Industry Knowledge
• Internal Controls
• Negotiating
• Problem Solving
• Process Management
• Procurement
• Regulatory Environment – Financial Services

Roles at this level typically require a university or college degree with 3+ years of relevant industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job‑specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Bachelors

No Required Certification(s)

No Required License(s)

Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

• Medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options, employee and spouse/child life insurance, short and long‑term disability protection, 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans, dependent care reimbursement account, backup child/elder care, adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement, educational assistance, and a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• Paid time off: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; years of service.