Vendor Management Specialist

Company: Encore Capital Group
Location: San Diego
Posted on: December 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Vendor Management (VM) Specialist is responsible for administrative and process management actions focused on vendor management activities associated with all requests being processed through the third-party risk management (TPRM) lifecycle. These activities include ensuring compliance with policy; working to safeguard and accurately maintain data-integrity; effectively communicating and collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers to keep all requests, documentation, and information up to date; assist other departments and team members with administrative tasks related to projects and requests being managed through the vendor management pipeline. Manage the day-to-day transactional and workflow processes related to vendor management activities, including the completion of due diligence actions, and the identification and mitigation of risks Assist all stakeholders with performing and completing vendor management activities/transactions Accurately manage and maintain the collection and recording of vendor management data, ensuring the integrity and quality of vendor attributes and analysis Monitor the vendor management pipeline and effectively communicate with all stakeholders to address questions, mitigate issues, and complete activities as quickly as possible Collaborate with suppliers/vendors as necessary to collect and complete due diligence activities Required Associates 3 years work experience Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment Use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Workday system experience desired Ability to manage high-volume transactional processes, and demonstrate ownership of all activities while accurately completing them within specified deadlines Preferred Bachelors Ability to investigate and solve problems independently and clearly communicate results Starting Compensation Annual Salary: $68,640.00 - $73,699.00 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies) If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide: Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus. Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy. Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations. Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for. Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more. Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually. Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you. New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options. Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off. Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an Employee-First Approach focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU. We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within. About Us Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture and a best-in-class employee experience have earned us accolades including Great Place to Work® certifications in many geographies where we operate. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive at a company that values innovation, inclusion and excellence, then Encore Capital Group is the right place for you. Encore Capital Group and all of its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected under applicable law.

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