Vendor Relationship Management Strategy & Planning Center of Excellence Head

**Q: What experience is required?**
A: Around 14 years, consistent with a senior level profile.

**Q: What is this role about?**
A: We're hiring a Vendor Relationship Management Strategy & Planning Center of Excellence Head to work within Vendor Relationship Management Strategy & Planning, part of the Third-Party Risk Management function.

**Q: Where is this based?**
A: Bengaluru, on a full-time basis.

**Q: What does compensation look like?**
A: INR 40.0-63.2 LPA, depending on experience and interview performance.

**Q: What skills matter most?**
A: Policy Development (TPRM), Due Diligence (Third-Party), Planning, GRC Software, Vendor Relationship Management Strategy, Audit Coordination (Vendor), Contract Risk Review, Regulatory Compliance (TPRM).

**Q: What qualification is expected?**
A: CA/CFA or an equivalent, relevant qualification.

**Q: What does a typical day look like?**
A: The role alternates between independent deep work and short coordination huddles with stakeholders across functions.

**Q: Is there room to grow?**
A: Performance is reviewed on a structured cycle, with clear criteria for movement into the next band.

**Q: What's the interview process like?**
A: Candidates are encouraged to highlight measurable outcomes from previous roles rather than just responsibilities held.

**Q: What's the team like?**
A: Managers here tend to give context rather than instructions, leaving room for the individual to decide how a task gets done.