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Manage inventory tracking and logistics for materials, consumables, in-process parts, and finished goods, including receiving, staging, storage, and shipping coordination. * Collaborate with the ...

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How much do process manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for process manager in Columbia, MD is $100,959.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $128,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a process manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Process Manager, you need expertise in process optimization, project management, and data analysis, usually supported by a relevant degree and experience in operations or business management. Familiarity with process mapping tools like Visio, Lean Six Sigma certification, and workflow automation systems is highly valued. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive cross-functional collaboration and change management. These abilities are crucial for identifying inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions, and ensuring organizational processes run smoothly and efficiently.

What does a process manager do?

A Process Manager is responsible for analyzing, designing, implementing, and optimizing business processes within an organization. Their main goal is to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of products or services. They work closely with different departments to identify bottlenecks, recommend improvements, and ensure that processes align with business objectives. Process Managers often use various methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM (Business Process Management) to achieve these goals.

How does a process manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements?

Process Managers play a central role in collaborating with cross-functional teams by facilitating communication between departments such as operations, quality assurance, IT, and finance. They often lead workshops, gather feedback from stakeholders, and map out current workflows to identify inefficiencies. By working closely with team members from various backgrounds, Process Managers ensure that proposed changes align with overall business objectives and are feasible for implementation. Regular meetings, documentation, and performance tracking are key aspects of their collaborative approach.

What is the difference between Process Manager vs Operations Coordinator?

AspectProcess ManagerOperations Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, process management certifications (e.g., Six Sigma)Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in operations
Work EnvironmentOversees process improvement teams, works in office settingsSupports daily operations, interacts with staff and clients
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, logistics, service industriesRetail, healthcare, corporate services

The Process Manager focuses on analyzing and improving business processes, often leading projects to increase efficiency. The Operations Coordinator handles daily operational tasks, coordinating activities across departments. While both roles require strong organizational skills, the Process Manager typically has more specialized certifications and a strategic focus, whereas the Operations Coordinator emphasizes execution and support functions.

What is a process manager?

A process manager oversees change and innovation in the business processes of an organization. Job duties include identifying improvements to current business processes, setting goals, working across departments to implement changes, and contributing to better quality products and services while reducing costs and increasing efficiency. The qualifications you need for a career as a process manager are a bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or information technology; experience in a corporate environment; and strong analytical skills. Professional certification in business process management provides you with additional training to inform your work.

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Infographic showing various Process Manager job openings in Columbia, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,959 per year, or $48.5 per hour.

Principal Associate, Process Manager - Hybrid

Capital One

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

93rd of 170 rated banks

Job description

Principal Associate, Process Manager - Hybrid

As a Principal Associate Process Manager on the Enterprise Payments Strategy & Analytics team, you will be part of a highly collaborative, talented team responsible for leveraging data and analysis to identify and propose improvements to address the root cause and create greater value for Enterprise Payments and our customers. In this role, you will support, monitor, report and plan process improvements, redesign initiatives, and make recommendations on changes. You will also collect and analyze data for reporting to support recommendations and manage formal documentation. You will have the opportunity to collaborate on project teams and broader initiatives to represent the business for changes that may impact departmental payment processes.

To be successful in this role, you must have excellent communication skills, strict attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to change quickly. This role requires frequent collaboration with multiple teams across Retail Bank to increase value add activities while ensuring we are mitigating risk to enable the best customer experience.

General Responsibilities

  • Process Optimization & Design: Map and document current business workflows to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for automation. Design and implement modified procedures or technological solutions to streamline operations and reduce risk.

  • Data-Driven Analysis: Gather and analyze data from various sources to highlight trends, evaluate performance metrics, and pinpoint operational gaps.

  • Performance Measurement: Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of process changes, making continuous adjustments as new opportunities arise.

  • Stakeholder & Change Management: Act as a central collaborator alongside Business Analysts, Data Analysts, Operations SMEs, and Product Partners to gather requirements. Manage stakeholder expectations, facilitate the rollout of new processes, and effectively communicate improvement plans across all levels of the organization.

The successful candidate

  • Strategic Problem Solver: Understands the holistic picture, evaluates upstream and downstream impacts, and makes actionable recommendations to improve.

  • Autonomous Driver: Proactively takes the lead on creating solutions for self-discovered systematic gaps. Works comfortably in ambiguous situations and showcases the ability to effectively move initiatives to a high-bar outcome.

  • Data Storyteller: Creates a compelling narrative leveraging relevant, grounded facts and data.

  • Adaptable Communicator: Tailors both communication style and tactics to different audiences, demonstrating the ability to influence across multiple levels of the organization.

  • Process & Risk Minded: Possesses multidimensional skills across Project, Risk, Analysis, and Communications.

  • Collaborative Partner: Thrives in a highly collaborative environment while working with business partners, remaining intellectually curious with a drive to understand how things work.

Location: West Creek 5 (Richmond, VA) and Center 2 (McLean, VA) this role is hybrid, where you will be expected to spend 3 days per week working in office and the remainder of the week working virtually.

Basic Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification

  • At least 4 years of experience in process management, process analysis, project management, or risk management

  • At least 1 year working with cross functional teams

  • At least 2 years of experience using Google Suiteor Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of storytelling and presenting technical ideations to diverse audiences

  • At least 3 years working with cross functional teams

  • At least 3 years of experience using Google Slides

  • At least 5 years of experience in process management, process analysis, project management, or risk management

  • BPM, PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

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

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: $108,900 - $124,300 for Principal Process Manager


Richmond, VA: $98,900 - $112,900 for Principal Process Manager










Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. 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, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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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).

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