Supplier Manager - Associate level

Capital One · Nottingham, Eng · hybrid This is an exciting opportunity to join Capital One's UK Supplier Management Office (SMO) as a Supplier Manager at Associate level. The Supplier Management Office is responsible for managing the end-to-end Third Party life cycle for Capital One in the UK, including sourcing, contracting, and ongoing supplier relationship management. As a Supplier Manager, you will play a key role in managing assigned third-party suppliers, supporting business area stakeholders, and overseeing the holistic relationship between Capital One and the assigned third parties. Responsibilities: Be the assigned Supplier Manager for key relationships and undertake all required activities to comply with Capital One's Third Party Management Policy Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers and internal business stakeholders Build up a detailed knowledge of suppliers' businesses to deliver the best service for Capital One Work closely with internal business customers to understand issues and drive value back into the business Build wider market knowledge and insight for the category of suppliers managed Become a proficient contract manager, managing suppliers in accordance with contracts and liaising with legal teams Ensure business goals are met through strong performance, risk, and relationship oversight of the extended supply chain Requirements: Relevant Supplier Management experience with demonstrable results and outcomes Excellent communication, relationship building, and stakeholder management skills Ability to build strong internal and external relationships Real team player who will focus on individual goals and the wider success of the SMO function and Capital One UK business What we offer: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure Access to premium care through private medical insurance Enhanced parental leave Up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications How you'll work: Permanent position based in Nottingham office Hybrid approach to work: three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days