Manager, Strategic Sourcing, NA MRO

Requisition Number: 73046

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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

This role is responsible for the development and execution of Global Supply Management (GSM) strategic sourcing strategies for Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) parts, services, and waste management within the Americas region. The Manager will identify and implement cost-effective solutions, foster supplier partnerships, drive value creation, and support both Corning’s GSM goals and sustainability initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Development & Execution of Sourcing Strategies:
  Develop, communicate, and execute comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies for MRO parts, services, and waste management, ensuring alignment with Corning’s business objectives, manufacturing operations, and sustainability goals.
• Regional Strategy & Supplier Management:
  Develop regional MRO & waste management strategies, select MRO distributors and waste services providers, and manage top-level relationships and negotiations with key suppliers.
• Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration:
  Interface with Global MRO leaders, Operating Unit (OU) buying groups, and indirect spend leads to drive integration and coordination of strategies across business units and regions.
• Team Leadership:
  Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals (Strategic Sourcing Managers, Tactical Coordinators), ensuring high performance, professional development, and achievement of strategic objectives.
• Contract Management:
  Oversee end-to-end contract management processes—drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and ensuring compliance to mitigate risk and optimize value across MRO and waste services categories.
• Savings & Performance Management:
  Lead the development, tracking, and achievement of annual savings portfolios, driving process efficiencies and cost savings while supporting inventory reduction and operational excellence.
• Project Support:
  Lead implementation of global sourcing projects, key strategic initiatives, and support new site expansions, coordinating supplier relationships and project resources across regions.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Champion initiatives aimed at supplier consolidation, process simplification, cost reduction, waste diversion, sustainability improvement and inventory reduction; facilitate sharing of best practices and innovation across NA locations.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Drive alignment and facilitate decision-making among stakeholders at all organizational levels, advocating for GSM policies, appropriate buying channels, and procurement tool adoption.

Experience / Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing operations, or related functions demonstrating a track record of results.
• At least 4+ years of leadership experience, including direct management of people and participation in strategic or transformational initiatives.
• Proven negotiation expertise, especially for complex, multi-site agreements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated influence across cross-functional and matrixed teams.
• Experience with contract management and supplier relationship management.

Experience / Education Desired

• Experience in project management, or engineering related to procurement/supply chain initiatives.
• MRO category management experience (parts, services, waste).
• Experience across multiple businesses, divisions, and/or technologies; exposure to global manufacturing and business operations.
• Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification.
• Strong analytical and should-cost analysis skills for supplier negotiations and value creation.
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and scalability in procurement.

Travel Requirements
Less than 5% travel expected.

Location
Corning, NY (HQ) or Charlotte, NC

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is   $129,903.00 - $178,617.00  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. 

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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 accommodations@corning.com.