Procurement & Third Party Risk - Manager

Who are we? FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever- evolving cryptocurrency landscape. Procurement & Third Party Risk Management, Manager Location : New York Team: Finance, FP&A   We are looking for a results-driven, high-performing Manager to establish a new Procurement and Third Party Risk Management function. You’ll take the lead in sourcing events, negotiating contracts, assisting with RFP’s for vendor selection and optimizing vendor spend across the organization.  In addition, you will spearhead the design and implementation of a third party risk management framework to protect the firm, reduce risks and meet regulatory requirements typical in a highly regulated financial services industry.  This role is perfect for a self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced environment, able to work independently, proactively and most importantly, is comfortable being the first to establish and implement new processes. You’ll need to work with a wide range of stakeholders to support all departments in managing third party risk, and you’ll excel in building trusted relationships to deliver on these goals. To be successful in this role, you’ll need to bring deep industry experience in strategic sourcing and risk management, with a strong grasp on best practice methodologies to support our objectives. Experience implementing ZIP and operationalizing a risk management framework will be advantageous. You’ll report directly to the Director of FP&A and be responsible for working closely with our various Finance functions as well as other cross-functional leaders to build out a sustainable and effective sourcing strategy. This role has a broad scope and offers excellent opportunities to grow at FalconX and become a trusted business partner to the organization. Responsibilities Procurement Strategy ; drive cost savings across the Company through negotiating contracts, consolidation of vendors and process improvements to drive efficiency savings.  Streamline Vendor Management ; review and approve all new vendor requests and manage the full end to end onboarding process, ensuring an efficient and timely process for our stakeholders Negotiation of New Contracts ; confidently manage relationship with new vendors and negotiate confidently to deliver the best possible terms for the Company Monitoring of Third Parties ; tracking of all renewals, including negotiating new rates and when necessary, managing all offboarding procedures to protect the firm from any potential risks in business continuity Analysis and Reporting ; design and implement a range of rep