Description
We are seeking a Senior Manager, Category Management to join our Enterprise Supplier Management (ESM) Team. As a Senior Manager, Category Management you will be responsible for the holistic relationship between Capital One and key third parties, enabling a well-managed and adaptable supply chain.
Key responsibilities include:
- Negotiation: Partner to negotiate contracts and deals for a fast-paced, motivated business group within Capital One
- Problem Solving & Strategy Advice: Provide problem-solving and innovative ideas to support internal customers. Identify value-generating opportunities (e.g., savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth)
- Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for third parties and manage an effective governance between Capital One and assigned third parties
- Collaboration: Build strong internal relationships with key stakeholders that creates alignment on business strategy and fosters ability to move quickly on desired business outcomes in a well-managed way
- Risk Management: Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third-party contractual obligations. Partner with internal risk groups to ensure third-party relationships are compliant with all relevant policies and procedures
- 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 the external marketplace as it relates to your suppliers and perform sourcing activities where appropriate
- People Management: Serving as a people manager, coach, and mentor to develop less seasoned and experienced Supplier Managers in their development
- Partnership: Evaluate industry trends, technological shifts, and market dynamics to identify and engage the right partners to advance the development of Capital One projects, programs, and products that positively impact the customer experience
- Executive communication: Impeccable written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and the ability to drive agreement through intellect, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Basic Qualifications:
- At least 4 years of experience in Relationship Management
- At least 3 years of experience in Contract Management or Deal Negotiation
- At least 2 years of experience in Risk Management
- At least 5 years of experience with people leadership
- At least 3 years of experience supporting, partnering, and interacting with internal and external senior executives
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in the Automotive Industry
- 5+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Relationship Management, or Procurement
- 3+ years of experience in Risk Management
- 4+ years of experience in Contract Management or Deal Negotiation
- 3+ years of experience in Operations, Process, or Project Management
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are $161,500 - $184,300 for Sr. Manager, Supply Chain in Plano, TX. This role is also eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long-term incentives (LTI).
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.