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Corning Incorporated · 23 hours ago

Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Technology Community

Corning, NY, US, 14831

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$130K/yr - $179K/yr

7+ 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 to support the Technology community, focusing on cost-effective solutions and fostering supplier partnerships.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Leads the development, communication, and execution of GSM Strategic Sourcing strategies and plans to procure products or services in alignment with business objectives and strategies for assigned global commodities

Develop and execute comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies for Research and Development, aligning procurement initiatives with organizational goals to drive innovation, cost efficiency, and value creation

Conduct detailed spend analysis to identify opportunities for increased spend under contract, ensuring cost optimization, supplier consolidation, and enhanced compliance

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

Lead and manage a small team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to drive performance, achieve strategic goals, and ensure effective procurement operations

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

Develop and implement a comprehensive and robust cost reduction portfolio to drive financial savings

Oversee end-to-end contract management processes, including drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and ensuring compliance with contractual terms to mitigate risks and optimize valueOwns 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

Responsible for assisting in developing and executing Shared Objectives in alignment with business objectives and strategies

Promote and encourage appropriate utilization of buying channels and procurement tools

Champions and advocates for the Global Buying Policy

Qualification

Strategic SourcingNegotiation ExpertiseLeadership SkillsProcurement OperationsAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementCost Reduction StrategiesCompliance ManagementGlobal Manufacturing KnowledgeTechnical ExpertiseBuying Channels UtilizationInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCross-Functional Teamwork

Required

Bachelor of Science Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or a related field

Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain operations and/or related field demonstrating proven track record of results

Strong leadership skills, including experience managing people and leading strategic and/or transformational initiatives

Negotiation expertise with the ability to negotiate complex agreements

Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence key stakeholders, drive alignment, and facilitate decision-making across all levels of the organization

Experience working in a matrix environment or on a cross-functional team

Preferred

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

Proficiency in should-cost analysis and strong analytical skills for supplier negotiations and value creation

Experience across multiple businesses, R&D technical expertise, or engineering

Familiarity with global manufacturing and business operations through direct work or project experience

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. When Corning wins, we all win.

As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.

Our 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.

Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.