Principal Associate, Supplier Management

Overview

Principal Associate, Supplier Management

At Capital One, our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) teams are seekin g a Principal Associate, Supplier Management . In ESM, we empower associates to deliver their best by cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, where varying perspectives and opinions are valued. We embrace each other’s differences and encourage all team members to lean into their talents and skills to deliver superior experiences for both internal and external clients. 

As a Principal Associate, Supplier Management you will be responsible for the holistic relationship between Capital One and key third parties, enabling a well-managed and adaptable supply chain. This specific role is to support our ESM - Technology team, and experience managing technology suppliers is preferred. You will work closely with internal team members establishing and maintaining relationships with internal business customers and assigned suppliers. This role is essential in the delivery of key cost, risk, and performance management-related efforts for third-party relationships, in addition to supporting the identification of strategic opportunities for growth and/or greater return on investment. If you enjoy connecting with others, collaborating on cross-functional teams and negotiating deals, we are looking for YOU. Come be a part of something special where you work with teams who appreciate your contributions and sharing your thoughts and ideas is encouraged. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Teamwork & Strategic Support: Support the creation and execution of strategic and innovative solutions to support internal customers that can identify value-generating opportunities (e.g. savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth). 

• Negotiation : Ability to negotiate basic contracts for a broad range of  products and services for Capital One

• Relationship Management: Serve as a point of contact for third parties and manage an effective governance between Capital One and assigned third parties. 

• Collaboration : Ability to partner with business unit(s) and internal risk group(s) to ensure third party relationships are compliant with all relevant policies and procedures. 

• Risk Managemen t: Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third party contractual obligations 

• Process Management : Accountable for policy requirements for all managed third-party relationships. Plan and lead periodic reviews and assessments of supplier relationships. 

• Supplier Sourcing : Maintain awareness of external marketplace as it relates to your suppliers and perform basic sourcing activities where appropriate

Note: Limited travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Certification

• At least 3 years of experience in Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Procurement, Project Management, Process Management, or a combination of these

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree or military experience

• At least 4 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Operations Management, or Risk Management, or a combination of these

• Experience managing the key responsibilities with technology suppliers

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Sales Territory: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Assoc., Supply Chain

McLean, VA: $120,800 - $137,900 for Principal Assoc., Supply Chain

Richmond, VA: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Assoc., Supply Chain

Riverwoods, IL: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Assoc., Supply Chain

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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