Sr. Manager, Procurement Programs

Requisition Number: 67936

 

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

 

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

 

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers. 

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.

 

About the role:

Corning Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain leader to join the Procurement transformation team. As a key player in our Supply Chain transformation, this role will focus on building the global supply chain procurement capabilities and standards for Corning, as well as partnering with Corning’s businesses to lead their procurement transformation journey towards best-in-class practices.

 

This leader will oversee the implementation of supply chain procurement work processes and standards and collaboration with cross-functional teams at Corning’s businesses to effectively implement, lead change management and adoption of procurement standards.

 

As a member of the Procurement team, s/he will be a key contributor of optimizing Corning Supply Chain from a service, cost, and working capital perspective and contributing to the global procurement organization. This role is highly visible and has growth potential to evolve into a broader leadership position.

 

Key Responsibilities of the role but are not limited to:

 

• Lead the implementation of the procurement standard work processes at Corning’s businesses.
• Develop content and train users on standard work processes
• Partner with businesses in adopting best in class practices in purchasing, sourcing, supplier relationship management, supply risk management and supply sustainability.
• Partner with the Procurement COE in identification of process gaps, development, and implementation.
• Develop project scope, plan, and deliverables, and ensuring the plan is completed on time and within scope.
• Tracking project performance and reporting on progress to stakeholders.
• Identify and lead opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and implementing best practices to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.

 

 

Minimum Requirements: 

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with deep Supply Chain experience that will drive better collaboration across functions and improve procurement strategies
• Proficiency in advanced ERP environments. SAP preferred
• Ability to identify and execute process improvement initiatives that will drive productivity

 

Desired Skills / Experience:

• Operations experience in a manufacturing and / or plant environment preferred
• Master’s degree preferred