R&D & Tech Strategic Sourcing Leader

Corning, Inc.; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses and long-term incent

Pension plan

Health and wellness benefits

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Corning, Inc. is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager in Corning, NY to lead strategic sourcing for Technology and Research & Development.

You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, drive cost reduction, manage supplier relationships, and oversee end-to-end contracting while guiding a small procurement team in a matrix environment. You will collaborate with business partners to align procurement with innovation goals, ensure compliance with global buying policy, and influence senior

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 7 years in procurement or supply chain with a proven track record.
• Strong leadership including people management and transformational initiatives.
• Negotiation expertise for complex agreements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders.
• Experience in a matrix or cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and communicate GSM strategic sourcing strategies for global commodities.
• Develop sourcing strategies for Research and Development to drive innovation and cost efficiency.
• Conduct spend analysis to identify opportunities for cost optimization and compliance.
• Lead procurement teams and coordinate with Business, GSSM, Buyers on bids and proposals.
• Oversee end-to-end contract management and mitigate risk through robust terms.
• Own Supplier Relationship Management and develop KPIs with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Promote utilization of buying channels and governance of Global Buying Policy.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management or related field

MBA or Master’s preferred

Job description

Corning, Inc. is seeking a Senior Global Sourcing Manager in Corning, NY to lead strategic sourcing for Technology and Research & Development.

You will develop and execute sourcing strategies, drive cost reduction, manage supplier relationships, and oversee end-to-end contracting while guiding a small procurement team in a matrix environment. You will collaborate with business partners to align procurement with innovation goals, ensure compliance with global buying policy, and influence senior