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Date: Oct 23, 2025

Location: Reynosa, TAM, MX, 88730

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71503

 

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.  



Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

Utilize your experience and knowledge to purchase production materials, and sub-assemblies in support of the company’s operations utilizing new and/or existing suppliers. Manage quality, cost, and on-time delivery of goods and services of assigned supply base.  

Key Responsibilities

Follow up on the open PO report. 

Develop robust savings and negotiation plan. 

Actively participate in supplier selection. 

Request quotes from different suppliers to optimize costs and delivery times. 

Prepare and track purchase orders for raw materials, equipment, and necessary items for the production, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and shipping departments. 

Ensure compliance with regulatory, normative, and customer requirements in the purchase orders for products and services. 

Work closely with the Quality Assurance Manager to manage supplier quality. 

Maintain control of purchase orders from generation to receipt. 

Notify affected departments of any issues affecting order fulfillment dates. 

Evaluate assigned suppliers. 

Supervise the correct entry of materials into the system. 

Monitor the proper functioning of the system. 

Main contact with client regarding material availability and material shortages. 

Provide CTB (Cost to Buy) status to customers internal & external on material shortages. 

Analyze and provide material status in case of pull-ins/increases or decreases. 

Analyze excess and obsolete materials and provide information for actions to reduce impact on our inventory. 

Collaborate with program managers providing status on critical parts. 

Program buyer will be the first point of escalation in case of any shortages. 

Attend to production meetings in case status for materials is needed. 

Critical material shortage follow-up with Purchasing team. 

Follow up on materials without price list or setup. 

Establish and maintain effective communication with the team. 

Experiences/Education - Required

Bilingual English and Spanish. 

Analytical skills. 

Strategic thinking. 

Organization skills. 

Good communication with vendors and internal customers. 

Excellent negotiation skills. 

Leadership.

Bachelor's degree 

 

Experiences/Education - Desired

  • Experience across multiple businesses, divisions and/or technologies.
  • Experience in staff or project roles.
  • Experience with global manufacturing and business through work, project experience.

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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.  

  • Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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 will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

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