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Corning Incorporated · 23 hours ago

Lead, Strategic Sourcing, Technology Community

Corning, NY, US, 14831

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $111K/yr

5+ years exp

Corning Incorporated is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The role is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies for complex global commodities, aligning with business units and supply chain strategies.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develops and/or assists with Strategic Sourcing plans and objectives (short & long term) based on forecasts of future demand and taking into account economic and currency trends and conditions that affect GSM, the business, and the global commodity sourced

Works with the Business, GSSM, and Buyers on assigned global commodities to prepare and solicit competitive bids, quotations, and proposals with pertinent specifications, terms and conditions

Develops and reviews specifications, statements of work, performance terms and accept/reject criteria

Conducts negotiations with potential and/or current major suppliers to obtain maximum value

Owns the Supplier Relationship Management process for assigned suppliers. This includes leading the development of supplier relationships and works with internal stakeholders and suppliers to continuously improve performance by developing robust key performance indicators

Champions and advocates for the Global Buying Policy

Assists with logistics, shipping (export and import)

Ensures trade compliance accuracy

Drives process and systems improvement projects to improve efficiency

Qualification

Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementProcurement ExperienceTrade ComplianceProcess ImprovementProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsProfessional CertificationsCommunication SkillsSelf-motivatedPositive Attitude

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in supply chain, business, or related fields

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain operations and/or related field demonstrating proven track record of results

Excellent Communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical skills

Preferred

Project Management experience with a focus on procurement or supply chain initiatives

Experience of basic principles of with Logistics and Trade Compliance

Process improvement; embraces automation over manual processing

Self-motivated, positive attitude

Professional certifications such as ISM (Certified Professional in Supply Management, CPSM, Certified Purchasing Manager, CPIM, Certified Supply Chain Professional

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.

100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.

Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.

Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.