Oversees the operational and strategic management of the claims supplier portfolio to optimize the value, cost, and risk. Ensures that tracking processes for supplier entitlements and usage yield accurate results to ensure compliance, optimized use, and minimized risk. Collaborates with claims business areas, corporate procurement, and IT, along with suppliers to provide an accurate understanding of key information. Collaborates with claims management (supplier relationship and application owners), IT management, and corporate procurement in supplier acquisition, compliance, maintenance renewals, life-cycle planning, service level agreement (SLA) adherence, and costing.
This role will report to our Stevens Point, WI office.What You’ll DoOur Claims Supplier Management Analyst will oversee the operational and strategic management of the claims supplier portfolio to optimize the value, cost, and risk This person also collaborates with claims management (supplier relationship and application owners), IT management, and corporate procurement in supplier acquisition, compliance, maintenance renewals, service level agreement adherence, and more. In addition, they will…

• Maintains a comprehensive listing and overview of claims suppliers and services.
• Compiles and monitors supplier contract dates and provides timely awareness of renewal dates to enable visibility of key contract items such as contract terms, pricing, current costs, and SLA Adherence.
• Coordinates quarterly business reviews/annual reviews/partnership reviews and supports monthly invoicing as applicable.
• Identifies potential supplier opportunities, compiles a comparison analysis, and coordinates discovery discussions between claims, IT, procurement and suppliers.
• Provides support during the audits and assists with dispute resolution.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of supplier management strategies and approaches to minimize compliance and security risks.

What It Takes

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience, experience in software asset management and licensing is strongly preferred.
• Certified Software Asset Manager certification preferred.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of software asset management tools technologies, and principles/practices.
• Familiarity with hardware technology and configurations including virtualization; experience with and/or understanding of configuration management database documentation.
• Proven ability to engage others in collaborating to resolve problems/issues.
• Knowledge of product use rights for software publishers and understanding software contractual agreements and compliance.
• Proficiency with excel, specifically pivot tables, v-lookups, and functional agreements.

What You'll ReceiveAt Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About SentryWe take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.
Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States.
We’re rated A by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.
Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.
Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!
Joe Larsen
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Joe.larsen@sentry.com
Equal Employment OpportunitySentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.