Corning Inc.
Strategic Sourcing Manager Packaging
Corning Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Location:
Charlotte, NC, US, 28216; Corning, NY, US, 14831Company:
CorningRequisition Number:
64471Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.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.Position Purpose:Reporting to the Global Strategic Sourcing Manager of Packaging, this role will lead the strategic procurement activities for packaging categories for the NAFTA based businesses (Life science, Environment, Pharmaceutical, Optical fiber and connectivity), and selected global categories (Paper and Resin based packaging materials). The role will develop and drive procurement strategies around various packaging, will look for opportunities to rationalize our supply base, and bring cost-effective procurement to the businesses by centralizing the strategic sourcing element of this activity. The role will work closely with a wide internal customer base as well as other Functional Service leaders to identify business and functional customers’ priorities and closely align with business/functional strategies. In many cases, these activities will be performed as part of a cross-functional team, but the incumbent will lead the process and be responsible for implementing solutions.Requirements:Packaging Material Knowledge including: Proficiency in corrugated, flexible, and rigid plastic packaging materials, understanding of packaging processes relative to supplier operations, manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain, and understanding of packaging commodity indexes for plastics, paper, corrugated, and wood.Engaging and capable of building strong internal customer, internal procurement, and external supplier relationships.Strong negotiation and data analysis skills.Problem solving, root cause identification, and follow through to permanent solutions.Global commodity strategy development and business alignment.Industry knowledge including strong market, technical, and procurement background sourcing raw materials (Corrugated and Flexible plastic packaging).Innovative contracting in volatile markets to assure competitive pricing models.Having a technical/engineering background or experience; Preference for packaging material engineering background or experience and/or experience with glass and/or ceramic manufacturing.Responsibilities:Develops multiple year strategic sourcing plans and objectives based on forecasts of future demand and economic and currency trends and conditions that affect Product & Technology, the business, and the global commodity sourced.Analysis and furnish market intelligence for assigned commodities such as supply and demand trend, pricing, shortages, or technical information to divisional procurement and business responsible including the evaluation of potential supplier risks for key suppliers and developing a mitigation plan.To carry out the negotiations for key suppliers and ensure adequate contract cover within the portfolio with divisional sourcing resources to be compliant with the Global Delegation of Authorities.Monitor the strategy implementation progress and communicate with the business team (mainly Business Unit procurement and engineering) for business to achieve the financial target.Owns the Supplier Relationship Management process for the assigned commodities and developing and cultivating effective relationships with key suppliers.This position does not support immigration sponsorship.The range for this position is $92,494.00 - $127,179.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.Corning Puts YOU First!We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.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.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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Charlotte, NC, US, 28216; Corning, NY, US, 14831Company:
CorningRequisition Number:
64471Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.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.Position Purpose:Reporting to the Global Strategic Sourcing Manager of Packaging, this role will lead the strategic procurement activities for packaging categories for the NAFTA based businesses (Life science, Environment, Pharmaceutical, Optical fiber and connectivity), and selected global categories (Paper and Resin based packaging materials). The role will develop and drive procurement strategies around various packaging, will look for opportunities to rationalize our supply base, and bring cost-effective procurement to the businesses by centralizing the strategic sourcing element of this activity. The role will work closely with a wide internal customer base as well as other Functional Service leaders to identify business and functional customers’ priorities and closely align with business/functional strategies. In many cases, these activities will be performed as part of a cross-functional team, but the incumbent will lead the process and be responsible for implementing solutions.Requirements:Packaging Material Knowledge including: Proficiency in corrugated, flexible, and rigid plastic packaging materials, understanding of packaging processes relative to supplier operations, manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain, and understanding of packaging commodity indexes for plastics, paper, corrugated, and wood.Engaging and capable of building strong internal customer, internal procurement, and external supplier relationships.Strong negotiation and data analysis skills.Problem solving, root cause identification, and follow through to permanent solutions.Global commodity strategy development and business alignment.Industry knowledge including strong market, technical, and procurement background sourcing raw materials (Corrugated and Flexible plastic packaging).Innovative contracting in volatile markets to assure competitive pricing models.Having a technical/engineering background or experience; Preference for packaging material engineering background or experience and/or experience with glass and/or ceramic manufacturing.Responsibilities:Develops multiple year strategic sourcing plans and objectives based on forecasts of future demand and economic and currency trends and conditions that affect Product & Technology, the business, and the global commodity sourced.Analysis and furnish market intelligence for assigned commodities such as supply and demand trend, pricing, shortages, or technical information to divisional procurement and business responsible including the evaluation of potential supplier risks for key suppliers and developing a mitigation plan.To carry out the negotiations for key suppliers and ensure adequate contract cover within the portfolio with divisional sourcing resources to be compliant with the Global Delegation of Authorities.Monitor the strategy implementation progress and communicate with the business team (mainly Business Unit procurement and engineering) for business to achieve the financial target.Owns the Supplier Relationship Management process for the assigned commodities and developing and cultivating effective relationships with key suppliers.This position does not support immigration sponsorship.The range for this position is $92,494.00 - $127,179.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.Corning Puts YOU First!We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to our Values and celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.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.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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