Manager, Capital Strategic Sourcing

Requisition Number: 71253

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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:
The Manager, Capital Strategic Sourcing leads the development and execution of Global Supply Management (GSM) Strategic Sourcing strategies, policies, tactics, and objectives for assigned complex global commodities that align and are linked with the business units, commercial, supply chain and manufacturing strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develops and/or assists with Strategic Sourcing plans and objectives (short & long term) based on forecasts of future demand and taking into account economic and currency trends and conditions that affect GSM, the business, and the global commodity sourced.
• Works with the Business, GSSM, and Buyers on assigned global commodities to prepare and solicit competitive bids, quotations, and proposals with pertinent specifications, terms, and conditions.
• Develops and reviews specifications, statements of work, performance terms and accept/reject criteria.
• Conducts negotiations with potential and/or current major suppliers to obtain maximum value.
• Leads the development and communication of global supply intelligence for assigned commodities.
• Owns the Supplier Relationship Management process for the assigned commodities.
• Develops and cultivates effective relationships with suppliers.
• Develop, maintain, and execute Shared Objectives and Service Level Agreements.
• Champions and advocates for the Global Buying Policy. Ensures compliance.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or related field.

•  Minimum of 5 years within capital sourcing, contract administration and/or related.

•  Project Skills: Contract language, business law, risk management, market trend analysis and supplier negotiation. 

•  Technical Skills: Understanding of manufacturing equipment contracts and design stage gate processes. 

Desired:

Certifications: CPSM or C.P.M.

Location: Corning, NY

Travel: International and domestic travel up to 30%.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is   $96,534.00 - $132,734.00  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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