Do you thrive in a self-driven environment? If so, our Enterprise Services department is seeking an Analyst to champion the Vendor Management program at Modern Woodmen. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Enterprise Services Manager to guide internal departments and project leaders through the vendor selection process.

Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit societies, with assets over $18 billion. Fraternals are unique membership organizations that pair the “member-owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.

Responsibilities:

• Lead project teams through the vendor selection process including eliciting business and technical requirements and creating and administering the Requests for Information/Proposals.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication with potential vendors and project teams as well as coordinating vendor demonstrations, including any on-site visits.
• Assist managers and project leaders with the various phases of risk assessment of vendors ensuring adherence to the policy.
• Provide guidance to others on the vendor management processes.
• Assist in preparing quarterly reports for the Risk Committee of the Board.
• Assist in creating and maintaining automated workflows within the department.
• Assist with unclaimed property and with maintaining department portal site.

What we need:

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education plus work experience.
• Promote a positive and professional image and develop productive relationships.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to resolve issues in a timely manner and be a productive member of the team.
• Be firm, yet flexible to meet stakeholder demands, as well as being personable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and SharePoint.

What we offer:

• Pay: The hourly pay for this position is $24.00. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.
• Work Arrangements: This is a full-time hybrid position: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day), Monday- Friday, with flexible start time between 7 a.m.-9 a.m. Hybrid positions work at least three days in the office and the remaining days each week working from hom Employees beginning to work in a new hybrid role will be asked to work on-site (five days a week) during the initial training period which may be up to one year.
• Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883® and exists for our members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability for our employees, financial representatives, and members.
• Respect for personal time: We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend work and life well.
• Professional growth: Benefit from our commitment to employee development which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our industry.
• Great culture: We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
• A beautiful office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River.
• On- site Café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
• A thriving local community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality of life and cost of living. It is home to more than our share of artists, festivals, and fun in every season.
• Exceptional benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits include:
  • Company-paid retirement plan
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee Impact Bonus
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance. We pay 100% of employees’ health insurance premiums and 50% of employee dependents’ premiums.
  • Group term life insurance.
  • Long-term and short-term disability.
  • Voluntary benefits: vision, flexible savings accounts (FSA), accident insurance

Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer. Modern Woodmen is committed to providing a respectful environment where each person’s diverse opinions, attitudes, attributes, and feelings are respected.

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