Strategic Customer Development Manager, Northern CA – Business Cards & Payments (Remote‑Eligible)

Level: Manager

Territory: Northern, CA

At Capital One, we think big and do big things. We were the first company to develop and offer mass customization and personalization of credit card products, and we have been innovating relentlessly ever since. Today we are a high‑tech company, a scientific laboratory, and a nationally recognized brand all in one that reaches 50 million+ consumers. We are a passionate and entrepreneurial team that embraces bold ideas, fosters collaborations and delivers great customer experiences.

Business Cards and Payments is one of the fastest growing financial products in the industry. A key part to its success over the course of the next 3‑5 years will be developing market‑leading products that combine simplicity and human‑centered design, with the rich functionality expected by small business and commercial entities.

As part of the Strategic Customer Development team, you will deepen the relationship with our customers and look for ways to increase value by growing spend.

You will partner with key executives and AP managers to create long‑term, meaningful relationships to better understand their business, their small business or commercial card needs. As their trusted advisor, you will help optimize the rebates and benefits received from Capital One. You will also partner and collaborate internally with our Field Sales Associates, Product Advisors and value chain partners to ensure each customer’s needs are met in a seamless and beautiful way. To be successful, a Strategic Customer Development Manager will meet customers where they are and adjust their approach based on the needs of the customer. In this role, you will be supporting your customer’s business and serve as their dedicated point of contact at Capital One.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients with key focus on retention, growth and risk management
• Analyze the company’s total business spend to identify additional opportunities to leverage the Commercial or Small Business Cards
• Offer ongoing vendor match and spend enablement services; leverage results to increase AP file penetration
• Learn about the client and the specific industry vertical in which they operate; understand purchasing needs and behavior
• Become a trusted advisor by building positive relationships, handling client needs and coordinating client appreciation activities
• Resolve issues and provide solutions to clients in a timely manner
• Monitor portfolio metrics and perform quarterly account reviews
• Partner across the value chain to meet client needs
• Seek new business referrals once relationships have been established

Competencies

• Demonstrate abilities to build relationships and influence at a wide range of levels
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, both in person and over the phone
• Problem solver capable of synthesizing information to make informed decisions
• Strategic mindset and ability to leverage data in identifying growth opportunities across their portfolio
• Use insight and consultative selling techniques to teach prospective customers how they can leverage payment solutions (purchasing, travel, and electronic account payable) to positively impact their business, which link back to Capital One's solutions
• Design and implement plans in partnership with the client’s AP and internal Capital One partners to ensure the company meets their expected return with our card programs
• Build broad and technical product knowledge and an understanding of how client‑side processes should work with our products and services
• Work independently and seek out feedback and data to reflect on and improve own performance
• Maintain and update CRM system regarding customer calls, pipelines and closed opportunities
• Project and process management, interpersonal influence, networking, project ownership, and workflow management skills

Remote Employee Eligibility

Capital One is open to hiring a Remote Employee for this opportunity.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a Business Client facing role

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience
• At least 7 years of experience in a Business Client facing role
• At least 2 years of experience supporting business credit card products
• 1+ years of experience using Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office and Google Applications

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

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.

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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.

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