About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">#ONSITE </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Requisition Number: 75385</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>The company built on breakthroughs. <br>Join us. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Come break through with us. </span></p> <p><br><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="color:#333333">The Global Supply Management (GSM) Function is recognized as a critical function for business success. It delivers the training, tools and opportunities needed to create innovative solutions for the function & the corporation. GSM has leading edge, effective processes to anticipate and exceed customer requirements.</span></span></p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Role Purpose </strong></span></p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Strategic Sourcing Supplier Engineer/Procurement Lead is responsible for managing critical supplier and commodity relationships to ensure the reliable supply of quality materials and services at the lowest total cost. This role partners closely with business development, program management, engineering, and manufacturing teams to drive sourcing strategies, supplier performance, risk mitigation, quality improvement, and effective contract negotiations.</span><br><br></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Day to Day Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead and participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and supplier quality.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage daily ERP suggestions and support efficient supply chain execution.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Apply supplier relationship management processes to drive continuous improvement and strengthen supplier performance.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support supplier identification, qualification, development, and transition projects for new and alternate sources.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Negotiate, execute, and manage supplier contracts while ensuring safety, ethics, and compliance requirements are met.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Interpret mechanical, optical, and electrical engineering drawings and apply technical knowledge of machining and optical fabrication processes in supplier management activities.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage supplier interactions, support cost reduction initiatives, and contribute to Global Supply Management and Advanced Optics supply strategies through collaboration, problem-solving, and project leadership.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Education and Experience- Required:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, or related roles</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Technical knowledge of print reading, dimensional understanding, and general engineering principles</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in contract negotiation, writing, and administration</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience managing multiple priorities and adaptability in a fast-paced environment</span></li> </ul> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Desired Skills:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Technical knowledge or experience with optical systems and precision machining</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lean, Six Sigma, or Performance Excellence training and project experience; Green Belt or Black Belt certification</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">CPSM or APICS certification</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Project management skills</span></li> </ul><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>This position does not support immigration sponsorship. </strong></span> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The range for this position is<span id="cke_bm_1507S" style="display:none"> </span> <span id="cke_bm_3810S" style="display:none"> </span>$82,710.00 - $113,727.00<span id="cke_bm_3810E" style="display:none"> </span> assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>A job that shapes a life. </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Corning offers you the total package. </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></li> </ul> </div> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.</span></p>