Principal Associate, Supplier Management

Capital One

Capital One supplier management lead overseeing third-party relationships, contracts, governance, risk, and sourcing. Supporting strategic savings, efficiencies, compliance, and supplier performance.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Illinois, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $109,900 - $137,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Relationship Management, Supplier Management, and Procurement, with a focus on ensuring compliance with policies and successful delivery of contractual obligations. Capable of identifying value-generating opportunities and managing third-party relationships effectively.

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Relationship ManagementSupplier ManagementProcurementRisk ManagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationSourcingProcess ManagementOperations ManagementPolicy Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDEquivalent Certification

Industry Keywords

Third-Party GovernanceSupplier RelationshipsMarket AwarenessValue GenerationEfficiency Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support creation and execution of strategic and innovative solutions for internal customers and identify value-generating opportunities, including savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth
Negotiate basic contracts for a broad range of products and services
Serve as a point of contact for third parties and manage governance between Capital One and assigned third parties
Partner with business units and internal risk groups to ensure third-party relationships comply with relevant policies and procedures
Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third-party contractual obligations
Manage policy requirements for all managed third-party relationships
Plan and lead periodic reviews and assessments of supplier relationships
Maintain awareness of the external marketplace related to suppliers and perform basic sourcing activities where appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Bachelor's degree or military experience (preferred)
At least 4 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Operations Management, or Risk Management (preferred)
Limited travel may be required
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodation support