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Sr. Manager, Procurement, Sourcing Excellence

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Date: Mar 18, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Corning, NY, US, 14831

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 73833

The company built on breakthroughs.  
Join us. 

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.   

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.  

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.  

Come break through with us. 

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 Scope:

As the Sr Manager, Procurement – Sourcing Excellence, we’re building world‑class sourcing capabilities—and we’re looking for a senior leader to help shape how procurement delivers value across the enterprise. This role sits at the center of strategy, execution, and influence, partnering globally with Procurement, Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain leaders.

You’ll define and deploy best in class sourcing practices while also rolling up your sleeves to lead complex, high impact sourcing initiatives and negotiations.

Responsibilities:

Set the standard for sourcing excellence by designing and deploying category management, strategic sourcing, negotiation, and SRM frameworks used globally
Lead and/or advise on complex, high value negotiations across direct and indirect categories
Strengthen supplier partnerships through effective SRM, governance, and performance management
Enable contract manufacturing and external supply strategies, supporting make/buy decisions, supplier selection, and long-term partnerships
Drive digital sourcing and analytics, leveraging tools like eSourcing platforms, eAuctions, and dashboards to scale impact
Build capability and influence change, coaching teams and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders

What Success Looks Like

Sourcing standards are clear, scalable, and consistently executed
Teams are better negotiators and strategic partners to the business
Suppliers are engaged, accountable, and contributing to innovation, resilience, and value
Leaders trust you to tackle the toughest commercial challenges

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree
10+ years of progressive experience in procurement or sourcing
Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, negotiations, and contracts
Proven ability to deploy tools, governance, and best practices in complex, global environments
Strong executive presence, analytical skills, and comfort operating in a matrixed organization

Desired:

Preferred: MBA or advanced degree
CoE experience
SRM or contract manufacturing expertise
International exposure

Location:

This position can be based in Charlotte, NC or Corning, NY.

Why Join:

This is a high visibility role with direct impact on cost, risk, supplier performance and operational continuity. If you enjoy builidng, influencing, and doing - not just designing from the sidelines - this role offers the scope and challenge to make a real difference.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $158,319.00 - $217,689.00 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.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

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