Global Strategic Sourcing Lead

Corning Inc.

Village of Fairport (NY)

On-site

USD 132,000 - 181,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Pension plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a seasoned Global Sourcing leader to drive strategic sourcing strategies for complex global commodities.

You will lead a Fairport team, shaping supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term supplier relationships to optimize cost, quality, and delivery. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to support growth and operational objectives, while ensuring governance and market intelligence guide decisions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations.
Strong analytical, financial, and project management skills.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive results.
Experience in technical manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the Fairport Strategic Sourcing team and support achievement of business objectives.
Lead and develop a team to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
Develop and execute sourcing and commodity strategies balancing cost, quality, delivery, risk, and sustainability.
Lead supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiations, and commercial agreements.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to improve performance and cost.
Drive supplier risk management activities including capacity assessments and continuity planning.
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives and supplier development activities.
Ensure compliance with Global Buying Policies and GSM governance.
Develop market intelligence and supply chain insights for strategic decisions.
Own SRM process for assigned commodities and suppliers.