Manager, Procurement - Contingent Workforce

Corning Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Manager, Procurement – Contingent Worker to lead global sourcing for Professional Services, manage supplier governance, and optimize programs exceeding $100M in annual spend. The role partners with HR, Legal and Finance to maximize value from services procured.

You will direct category management, contingent workforce strategies, negotiations, and performance management while building a high-performing team in a hybrid work setting in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years in procurement or supply chain management in global manufacturing or corporate setting.
• Proven cross-functional leadership in a matrix organization.
• Experience with large-scale sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Strategic thinking with ability to develop long-term sourcing strategies.
• Experience sourcing professional services and/or contingent workforce.
• Experience with supplier performance management and scorecards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for Professional Services.
• Oversee contingent workforce planning.
• Lead category management including market analysis, bid prep, negotiations, supplier selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with business units.
• Drive cost optimization and process improvements across indirect sourcing and contingent workforce.
• Build and lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Global sourcing

Category management

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Strategic thinking

Supplier performance management

Contingent workforce programs

MSP / VMS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Date: Aug 2, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

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Requisition Number:74914

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

The Manager, Procurement – Contingent Worker role has leadership and strategic responsibility within Corning's Global Supply Management (GSM) Professional Services sourcing organization. This role leads the global sourcing strategy, supplier governance, and program optimization for related spend categories. This position partners across procurement, HR, Legal, Finance and business leaders to deliver maximum value (price, quality, service) from services procured in professional services. A key owner of setting functional activities and strategies to support industry and supplier research, supplier selection processes, including the establishment of category councils, supplier performance management, negotiation, contingent workforce planning and strategy, and management of Professional Services contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for Professional Services procurement, driving value across supplier spend exceeding $100M annually. Oversee contingent workforce planning to ensure flexibility and alignment with organizational goals.
• Category Management:Lead all aspects of category management, including supplier market analysis, bid preparation, pricing and term negotiations, supplier selection, and performance management. Collaborate on contingent workforce strategies to balance cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:Lead global cross-functional teams to support category management and drive alignment across business units. Provide strategic direction to address supplier challenges and enhance product and market knowledge.
• Cost Optimization:Implement programs to deliver savings and process improvements across the supply chain, including Indirect Sourcing spend categories and contingent workforce planning. Drive total cost solutions while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Team Leadership:Build and lead a high-performing team, recruiting and developing talent, setting clear goals, and fostering accountability.

Education and Experience - Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, in a global manufacturing or corporate environment preferred
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Experience managing large-scale sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills to develop long-term sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
• Experience sourcing professional services and/or contingent workforce categories.
• Experience with supplier performance management, scorecards, and governing processes.

Desired Skills:

• Experience leading global contingent workforce programs or sourcing strategies across multiple regions
• Knowledge of Managed Service Provider (MSP) models and professional services contracting approaches
• Expertise in contingent workforce strategy, planning and managing supplier spend with preference to candidates with global experience, including shaping flexible workforce solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Experience with Vendor Management System: (VMS) global strategies to support procurement and workforce management processes.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is$96,534.00-$132,734.00 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 ofrace, 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] .