Vendor Risk Management Jobs in Virginia
Vendor Risk Management jobs in Virginia are open across Arlington, Chantilly, and Lynchburg and other Virginia metros, with employers like Amazon, Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and Groundworks hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? Amazon is looking for a talented Vendor Manager (VM) responsible for managing vendor relationships and setting the strategic direction for their business on the Worldwide Grocery Category team.
The ideal candidate possesses experience in buying, marketing and/or finance; with a track record of successful relationship management, strong analytical acumen, experience generating and managing reporting and analysis. Great communication skills and understanding of Excel will be essential to your success. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will take ownership of projects and business problems to a successful result.
Key job responsibilities
Our environment is fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous; this requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners and management. On a day to day basis, you will:
- Drive strategic negotiations with vendors and represent Amazon when meeting with vendor partners and their leadership
- Develop long-term strategies and significantly influences cross-category plans - delivering on Amazon's goals and objectives while obsessing over Customers
- Work cross functionally, both within Amazon and your assigned vendors
- An ability to implement scalable, simple and automated solutions to address Customer pain points and drive results
- Create opportunities for growth, customer acquisition and brand-building
- Audit metrics regularly, determine and prioritize business opportunities, identify risks and make recommendations to deliver results
- Identify industry trends and develop innovative marketing and merchandising initiatives to support growth
About the team
The Worldwide Grocery Category Management team is responsible for selection decisions and vendor relationships for grocery category across all Amazon banners. Our team focuses on creating exceptional shopping experiences that transform how customers discover and purchase perishable goods from Amazon. We're passionate about building compelling assortments, optimizing the customer journey and developing strategic partnerships with vendors to drive category growth.
We work in a collaborative environment where innovative thinking and strategic execution are highly valued. Our team strives to deliver exceptional value to customers while driving business results through data-driven decision making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience using Excel and other business analytic tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in online retail
- Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TX, AUSTIN - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Interested in working on an innovative and high-impact business that is changing the way customers think about grocery? Amazon is looking for a talented Vendor Manager (VM) responsible for managing vendor relationships and setting the strategic direction for their business on the Worldwide Grocery Category team.
The ideal candidate possesses experience in buying, marketing and/or finance; with a track record of successful relationship management, strong analytical acumen, experience generating and managing reporting and analysis. Great communication skills and understanding of Excel will be essential to your success. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will take ownership of projects and business problems to a successful result.
Key job responsibilities
Our environment is fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous; this requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, analytical and comfortable working with multiple teams, vendors, partners and management. On a day to day basis, you will:
- Drive strategic negotiations with vendors and represent Amazon when meeting with vendor partners and their leadership
- Develop long-term strategies and significantly influences cross-category plans - delivering on Amazon's goals and objectives while obsessing over Customers
- Work cross functionally, both within Amazon and your assigned vendors
- An ability to implement scalable, simple and automated solutions to address Customer pain points and drive results
- Create opportunities for growth, customer acquisition and brand-building
- Audit metrics regularly, determine and prioritize business opportunities, identify risks and make recommendations to deliver results
- Identify industry trends and develop innovative marketing and merchandising initiatives to support growth
About the team
The Worldwide Grocery Category Management team is responsible for selection decisions and vendor relationships for grocery category across all Amazon banners. Our team focuses on creating exceptional shopping experiences that transform how customers discover and purchase perishable goods from Amazon. We're passionate about building compelling assortments, optimizing the customer journey and developing strategic partnerships with vendors to drive category growth.
We work in a collaborative environment where innovative thinking and strategic execution are highly valued. Our team strives to deliver exceptional value to customers while driving business results through data-driven decision making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience using Excel and other business analytic tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in online retail
- Experience using analytical specific tools such as Google Analytics, SQL or HTML
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TX, AUSTIN - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 53,700.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 94,000.00 USD annually
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Vendor Risk Management Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon3
- Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority1
- Groundworks1
- Liberty University1
- Mobile Ice Cream Corp. (Fred)1
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Education1
- Transportation & Logistics1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in vendor risk management jobs across Virginia.
- 3-5 years of experience in third-party or vendor risk management
- Proficiency with GRC platforms such as Archer, ServiceNow, or OneTrust
- Working knowledge of risk frameworks including NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or SOC 2
- Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, finance, or a related field
- Relevant certification such as CTPRP, CISA, CRISC, or CISM preferred
- Experience conducting vendor due diligence, risk assessments, and contract reviews
Vendor Risk Management Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many vendor risk management jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 8+ vendor risk management openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Arlington, Chantilly, and Lynchburg. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most vendor risk management jobs?
Arlington, Chantilly, and Lynchburg have the most vendor risk management openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire vendor risk managements in Virginia?
Employers hiring vendor risk managements in Virginia include Amazon, Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and Groundworks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote vendor risk management jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 13% of vendor risk management openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for vendor risk management jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to vendor risk management jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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