Sr. Plant Procurement Coordinator

Role purpose

The Buying/Procuring Coordinator III supports the procurement team by performing administrative and operational tasks related to purchasing and sourcing, as well as creating and managing Power BI reports to provide data-driven insights for procurement activities. This position is responsible for ensuring timely procurement of goods and services, maintaining accurate records, and supporting vendor communication to meet organizational needs. The role primarily focuses on assisting higher-level procurement staff, processing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance with Corning Mexico’s policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of purchase orders (POs) in the procurement system, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm delivery timelines, resolve delays, and ensure that goods and services meet required specifications.
• Provide general support in sourcing and obtaining quotes from vendors for routine purchases.
• Run and create Power BI reports to analyze procurement data and provide actionable insights to the team.
• Use Power BI to track supplier performance, cost trends, delivery timelines, and other key metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure data accuracy and integrate procurement data into broader organizational reporting needs.
• Present procurement data visually through dashboards and reports to support decision-making processes.

Experience/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Technical or vocational training in procurement, logistics, or operations is a plus.
• 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or administrative support roles, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment. At least 4 years as Buyer.
• Prior experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) or procurement tools is a plus.
• Experience working with Power BI for report creation and data analysis is strongly preferred.
• Fluent in English

Experience/Education - Desired

• Experience as a supervisor.
• Experience working in a matrix environment or on a cross functional team.
• Technical aptitude/capability.
• Experience in frontline or mainstream business experience.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), APICS, or certification related to Supply Chain, etc.