The Manager, Third-Party Management (TPM) provides strategic leadership for the
organization's Enterprise Vendor Risk Management program and serves as the
second line of defense for risks arising from third-party relationships. This
role is accountable for establishing enterprise governance, driving program
strategy, ensuring regulatory readiness, and continuously enhancing the maturity
of the organization's third-party risk management capabilities. The TPM Manager
leads a team of risk professionals while partnering with executive leadership,
Enterprise Risk Management, Procurement, Information Security, Privacy, Legal,
Compliance, Internal Audit, Finance, and business leaders to ensure consistent,
risk-based oversight of critical third-party relationships. This position is
responsible for the overall effectiveness, scalability, and strategic direction
of the TPM program.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic leadership and enterprise ownership for the Third-Party
Risk Management program, establishing long-term program vision, governance,
and operating standards.
Develop and execute the enterprise Third-Party Risk Management strategy
aligned with organizational objectives, Enterprise Risk Management, and
regulatory expectations.
Establish governance structures, policies, standards, risk methodologies, and
oversight processes governing the full third-party lifecycle.
Lead a high-performing TPM organization by developing talent, coaching
leaders, establishing performance expectations, and fostering continuous
professional development.
Serve as the executive advisor on third-party risk matters, providing
strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding material vendor risks,
emerging threats, and enterprise risk exposure.
Oversee independent challenge of high-risk vendor assessments, residual risk
decisions, remediation plans, and risk acceptance recommendations.
Establish executive reporting, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and Board-level
metrics that provide meaningful visibility into third-party risk exposure and
program effectiveness.
Partner with Enterprise Risk Management to integrate third-party risk into
enterprise risk assessments, risk appetite discussions, and strategic
planning activities.
Build strong partnerships across Procurement, Legal, Information Security,
Privacy, Compliance, Internal Audit, Finance, and business leadership to
embed effective third-party risk management across the enterprise.
Evaluate and oversee third-party risk technology strategy, including workflow
automation, reporting capabilities, system enhancements, and future platform
investments.
QUALIFICATIONS
8+ years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; 1 or more years of
supervisory/management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Information Security, Business
Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional
experience.
Deep understanding of the third-party risk management lifecycle and
applicable risk and regulatory frameworks.
Strong leadership and people management skills with a focus on accountability
and execution quality.
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex risk
information and support risk-based decision-making.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level
reporting and presentations.
Ability to influence and partner across functions without direct authority.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on documentation quality,
defensibility, and regulatory readiness.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta
Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s
assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related
experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job
qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work
location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 23. $107,444 - $232,795
Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial
stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond
the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our
life-changing rewards package includes:
Competitive base and incentive pay
401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement;
recognition program
Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet
care assistance
Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
Employee discount program
Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations
This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified
applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment
in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but
not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair
Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring
Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections
Law Article 23-A.
Important Work Authorization Information
Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this
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