Strategic Sourcing Lead, Facility Capital Projects

Corning Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 97,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

100% company-paid pension

401(k) with matching

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Corning Inc. is seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Facility to drive procurement initiatives for facility capital projects in North America with global support.

You will manage complex contracts, align suppliers, and support a $1.5–$2 billion annual budget. Responsibilities include leading capital services sourcing, bid assessment, contract negotiations, and cross-functional coordination with Finance and Legal to deliver successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and/or related field.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in capital procurement, construction management and/or related field, preferably for projects exceeding $1 million
• CPSM or C.P.M. Certification
• PMP Certification
• Project Procurement Management, including planning and strategy development
• Experience with developing Work Breakdown Structures
• Leading Pre-bid and Post Award reviews and Decision Analysis
• Knowledge of various contract types (firm fixed price, lump sum, GMP, turnkey, etc.)
• Extensive experience in Contract Management, including planning, tendering, statements of work, project plans, scope, risk, procurement, quality, schedule, cost, and safety management
• Leading Capital Projects and Program Teams, understanding business objectives, and fostering open communication and cooperation
• Understanding different Statements of Work and Supplier Cost Structures, and the ability to analyze and interpret supplier costs

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic sourcing of capital services and construction for facility capital projects.
• Manage a portfolio of facility capital contracts supporting medium- to high-complexity projects and approximately $200M–$300M in annual spend.
• Facilitate supplier selection activities by evaluating bids and proposals against project-specific decision criteria and business requirements.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts to secure favorable commercial terms and support successful project execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic capital suppliers while coordinating discussions between suppliers and internal project teams.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, provide responsive support, and deliver a high level of customer service throughout the procurement process.
• Support the development and execution of category strategies, cost reduction initiatives, and Global Supply Management objectives in collaboration with cross-functional partners, including Corporate Finance and Legal.

Skills

Capital procurement

Construction management

Contract management

Supplier management

Pre-bid / Post Award reviews

SOW / cost structures

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain)

CPSM Certification

C.P.M. Certification

PMP Certification

Work Breakdown Structures

Job description

Corning Inc. is seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Facility to drive procurement initiatives for facility capital projects in North America with global support.

You will manage complex contracts, align suppliers, and support a $1.5–$2 billion annual budget. Responsibilities include leading capital services sourcing, bid assessment, contract negotiations, and cross-functional coordination with Finance and Legal to deliver successful project execution.