Global Capital Strategic Sourcing Lead

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and long-term incentives

Pension plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Global Supply Management professional to lead sourcing strategies for capital equipment in global manufacturing and expansion projects. You will drive cost savings, manage RFQs/RFPs, and collaborate across Engineering, PMO, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to ensure on-time project delivery.

The role demands 5+ years in manufacturing or procurement, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, operations, planning, engineering, supply management, or procurement.
• Technical curiosity and ability to learn how equipment used to manufacture Corning products works.
• Experience managing multimillion-dollar negotiations and supplier relationships across cost, quality, schedule, service, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy development and execution for capital equipment.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations and supplier selection.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, PMO, Operations, Finance and suppliers to ensure delivery.
• Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and capital efficiency via TCO analysis, benchmarking and VE.
• Oversee procurement execution including purchase orders, supplier commitments, delivery schedules, issue resolution.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, performance reviews, audits, capability assessments, continuous improvement.
• Identify and mitigate supply, commercial, schedule, and technology risks while ensuring policy compliance.
• Support supplier development, qualification of new technologies, supplier-base optimization, and continuity efforts.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supplier relationship management

Cost optimization

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

RFQ management

RFP management

Contract negotiations

Job description

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. 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.

Requisition Number: 78253. The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. 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.

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.

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.

Come break through with us.

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

Lead the development and execution of GSM sourcing strategies for capital equipment supporting global manufacturing and expansion projects. Deliver capital efficiency, supplier performance, risk mitigation, policy compliance, and on-time project execution in partnership with Engineering, PMO, Operations, Finance, Shared Services, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategy development and execution for capital equipment supporting global manufacturing and expansion projects.
• Manage RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and supplier selection for multimillion-dollar capital investments.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, PMO, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery from concept through equipment installation and project closeout.
• Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and capital efficiency through strategic sourcing, total cost of ownership analysis, benchmarking, and value engineering.
• Oversee procurement execution, including purchase orders, supplier commitments, delivery schedules, and issue resolution to support on-time project execution.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, performance reviews, audits, capability assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives across cost, quality, delivery, service, and capacity.
• Identify and mitigate supply, commercial, schedule, and technology risks while ensuring compliance with corporate sourcing policies and procurement controls.
• Support supplier development, qualification of new technologies, supplier-base optimization, and global supply continuity efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, operations, planning, engineering, supply management, or procurement.
• Technical curiosity and ability to learn how equipment used to manufacture Corning products works.
• Experience managing multimillion-dollar negotiations and supplier relationships across cost, quality, schedule, service, and performance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience across multiple businesses, divisions, technologies, or global manufacturing environments.
• Experience purchasing industrial measurement, control, refactoring, semiconductor-process, mechanical, or electrical equipment.
• Experience working in a matrixed environment, supporting cross-functional teams, or leading lean/value-engineering projects that drive equipment cost reduction.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $80,738.00 - $111,015.00 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.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• 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.

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.

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 [e-mail].