IT Vendor Management Program Manager

Sezzle

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Salary

USD 5,000 - 7,500 monthly

Employment Type

Contract

Work Arrangement

Remote

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

About the Company

Sezzle is a dynamic fintech company dedicated to empowering the next generation through innovative financial solutions. We are revolutionizing the shopping experience by offering seamless, interest-free installment plans that make purchasing smarter and more accessible. Beyond just payments, Sezzle enhances merchant sales through increased conversions and higher order values.

Our mission is to create a unique shopping journey that goes beyond simple transactions. We are building a passionate, innovative team committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering a game-changing experience for both consumers and merchants. If you are excited about shaping the future of fintech and retail, Sezzle is the place to be.

Job Description

Sezzle is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive IT Vendor Management Program Manager to lead the execution of our third-party risk management framework. This role is the backbone of our vendor oversight, ensuring that every partnership—from non-critical services to complex bank integrations—aligns with our high standards for security, compliance, and operational excellence.

You will have the authority to manage the vendor lifecycle and ensure our program remains robust under regulatory scrutiny. This is a remote, contract position open to candidates in Latin America, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile.

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Required Skills

Vendor Risk ManagementThird-Party Risk ManagementProcurementComplianceRegulatory GuidancePCI-DSSSOC 2GLBABSA/AMLDue DiligenceRisk AssessmentContract ManagementInformation SecurityData ProtectionPrivacy Standards

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain third-party risk standards and governance practices in collaboration with IT, Legal, and Compliance.
  • Conduct comprehensive vendor due diligence and ongoing monitoring, evaluating consumer-impact risk, complaint analysis, and privacy/data protection standards.
  • Manage third-party risk documentation and reporting, including maintaining vendor and data processor inventories, executing onboarding/offboarding due diligence, and performing periodic compliance reviews.
  • Execute day-to-day risk assessments to determine vendor criticality and identify inherent risks in areas like PII handling, BSA/AML, and credit decisioning.
  • Collaborate with Legal to ensure effective contracts and with Information Security to validate technical safeguards.
  • Identify, track, and escalate risk events or performance failures to senior leadership and bank partners.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of professional experience in vendor risk management, procurement, or third-party compliance, preferably within fintech or regulated financial services.
  • Understanding of the third-party risk management lifecycle and regulatory guidance (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2, GLBA, BSA/AML).
  • Proven track record of managing a high volume of vendor assessments and maintaining audit-readiness for bank partners and regulators.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Negotiable salary range of $5,000 - $7,500 USD gross per month.
  • Opportunity to work remotely.
  • Be part of a mission-driven company revolutionizing the shopping experience.

How to Apply

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<p>Sezzle is seeking a highly organized and proactive IT Vendor Management Program Manager to oversee our third-party risk management framework. This critical role ensures all vendor partnerships, from essential services to complex financial integrations, meet our stringent security, compliance, and operational standards. You will manage the entire vendor lifecycle, maintaining program robustness under regulatory scrutiny and driving excellence in every engagement.</p>

Posted Date

March 2, 2026

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