Sr. Specialist, Procurement Programs

Requisition Number: 67219

 

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.

Role Purpose

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

  

This individual will support the design, development, and 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.  

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the supply chain procurement standard work processes at Corning’s businesses.
• Partner with Corning businesses in adopting best in class practices in purchasing, sourcing, supplier relationship management, supply risk management and supply sustainability.
• Partner with Procurement COE in identification of process gaps, development, and implementation.
• Support development of 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 opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and implementing best practices to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.

Experiences/Education - Required

• 1+ 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 
• Experience in advanced ERP environments. SAP preferred 
• Ability to identify and execute process improvement initiatives that will drive productivity 

  

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Experience in a manufacturing and / or plant environment preferred