Specialist, Procurement Operations

Role Purpose This position is requested to support Corning’s cross-MAP business requirements and strengthen procurement execution across multiple business groups, including CDTT, CATC, CRTC, GG, AGS, P&W, and PCS. The role will help ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, compliance, and operational efficiency to support business growth and plant execution needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure materials, parts, and services are supplied at the right time, in the right quantity, with the right quality, and at a reasonable cost to support business objectives.
• Execute purchasing activities in alignment with GSM strategies, sourcing plans, and organizational priorities.
• Manage supplier relationship activities, including supplier audits, performance evaluations, and supplier development.
• Maintain procurement compliance with global policies, SOPs, and local regulations.
• Manage category spend and identify cost reduction opportunities through collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Manage procurement documents, including Supply Agreements, Pricing Agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and COIs.
• Support commodity reviews, market intelligence, and supply risk assessment.
• Drive process improvement opportunities to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Key Projects / Scope Supported, including: - Cost reduction programs - Digital transformation initiatives - MRO parts localization programs - Compliance and governance programs - Cross-MAP procurement support and supply continuity initiatives Required Capabilities & Key Competencies Strong knowledge of supply management and procurement practices.
• Good problem-solving capability with the ability to assess supply risks and propose practical solutions.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clarify information effectively and work with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to establish priorities, multitask, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and conflict management skills.
• Good English communication skills, both written and oral, are preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of experience in supply management, procurement, or a related function.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with digital tools or AI tools is a plus.
• TOEIC score of 550 or above is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering or manufacturing background, or related experience, is highly preferred.
• Willingness to take on challenges and drive continuous improvement.