Principal Associate, Supplier Management

Overview

At Capital One, our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) teams are seeking a Principal Associate, International 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation and execution of strategic and innovative solutions that drive value across our global footprint.
• Actively support the standardization of supplier management frameworks to foster operational excellence across our procurement teams.
• Partner with subject matter experts to integrate specialized feedback into contract terms, ensuring alignment with global requirements and internal standards.
• Act as the primary liaison for third-party entities and facilitate robust governance structures between Capital One and its external partners. Collaborate with a variety of international business divisions and global risk departments to maintain compliance across different legal jurisdictions and ensure the uniform implementation of policies.
• Mitigate risk by ensuring third parties meet all contractual obligations through consistent activity monitoring. Ensure all managed third-party relationships adhere to policy requirements, while also planning and executing routine supplier relationship assessments and reviews.
• Lead innovative procurement efforts that balance speed, quality, and cost to fulfill internal requirements while ensuring every partner meets our standards.
• Demonstrate agility in navigating ambiguous tasks by identifying creative solutions and proactively seeking guidance when processes are undefined. Take ownership of tactical assignments, translating managerial direction into high-quality deliverables to streamline our operational workflow and support team objectives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Certification
• At least 3 years of experience in Sourcing, Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Procurement, Project Management, Process Management, or a combination of these
• Bachelor's degree or military experience preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Operations Management, or Risk Management, or a combination of these
• Experience managing global third-party portfolios, including navigating cross-border regulatory environments, diverse operational landscapes, and multi-region stakeholder groups.

Benefits

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

Pay

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.

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

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