Strategic Sourcing Manager, Capital Equipment & Projects

Corning Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Company-paid pension

401(k) with match

Job summary

Corning is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment, Parts, Services and Construction in its OFC business. You will manage a portfolio including EOB, MOB and development projects, driving capital cost reduction and project performance through Capricorn practices.

You will develop sourcing plans, definition of SOWs, and RFPs/RFQs while leading supplier selection, risk management, and contract lifecycle activities. This is a full-time on-site role in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Supply Chain, and/or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Capital Sourcing and Contract Administration and/or related field.
• Project Procurement Management, including planning and project development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Strategic Sourcing Plans for large capital-intensive projects.
• Apply a thorough understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model, including cost of acquisition, use/administration, maintenance, transaction processing, and disposal of a given item or service.
• Develop and use Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) by subdividing major project deliverables into smaller, more manageable work packages.
• Ensure well-developed Statements of Work (SOW) to provide clarity and accountability.
• Understand and apply funding stage gate processes to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Identify risks and develop comprehensive risk management plans to mitigate them.
• Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for capital equipment, services, and facilities.
• Lead pre-bid and post-award reviews and execute Decision Analysis to facilitate supplier selection and optimal procurement decisions.
• Lead the full lifecycle of Contract Management, including contract planning, tendering (RFP/RFQ processes), statements of work, and overall project plans.

Skills

CPSM

PMP

CSCP

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Engineering/Technology/Supply Chain

Tools

SAP Ariba

Oracle Procurement

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Corning is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment, Parts, Services and Construction in its OFC business. You will manage a portfolio including EOB, MOB and development projects, driving capital cost reduction and project performance through Capricorn practices.

You will develop sourcing plans, definition of SOWs, and RFPs/RFQs while leading supplier selection, risk management, and contract lifecycle activities. This is a full-time on-site role in the United States.