Requisition Number: 77675
Role PurposeThis position will be responsible for the Strategic Sourcing of Capital Equipment, Parts, Services and Construction for the Optics, Fiber and Cable (OFC) Business. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing a project portfolio which may include Expansion of Business (EOB), Maintenance of Business (MOB) and Development type projects. Personal and Business Objectives include identifying and driving Capital Cost Reduction and Capital Project Performance efficiency through adoption of the Capricorn Capital Project Management Best Practices. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, OFC Procurement, Capital.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Procurement Management - Planning & Strategy Development:
- Develop and execute Strategic Sourcing Plans for large capital-intensive projects.
- Apply a thorough understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model, including cost of acquisition, use/administration, maintenance, transaction processing, and disposal of a given item or service.
- Develop and use Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) by subdividing major project deliverables (from contract documents, scope of work, and historical contract data) into smaller, more manageable work packages.
- Ensure well-developed Statements of Work (SOW) to provide clarity and accountability.
- Understand and apply funding stage gate processes to ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Identify risks and develop comprehensive risk management plans to mitigate them.
Bid & Tender Process
- Develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for capital equipment, services, and facilities.
- Lead pre-bid and post-award reviews and execute Decision Analysis to facilitate supplier selection and optimal procurement decisions.
Contracts & Contract Administration
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of Contract Language, Business Law, and the Uniform Commercial Code.
- Manage various contract types, including:
- Firm fixed price, lump sum, GMP, turnkey, cost-plus fixed fee, time & material, unit price, and shared savings contracts.
- Define and monitor performance schedules, ensuring sufficient detail to track critical milestones and assess project progress.
- Ensure scope is delivered as agreed and meets the required levels of performance and quality.
- Ensure both parties adhere to the conditions of the contract.
- Ensure relationships between parties remain open, constructive, and collaborative.
- Lead the full lifecycle of Contract Management, including contract planning, tendering (RFP/RFQ processes), statements of work, and overall project plans (scope, risk, procurement, quality, schedule, cost, and safety management).
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Supply Chain, and or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years' experience in Capital Sourcing and Contract Administration and or related field.
- Project Procurement Management, including planning and project development.
Desired Skills- Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
- Experience in capital-intensive industries (e.g., manufacturing, energy, construction).
- Proficiency with procurement tools like SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, or similar platforms.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $129,903.00 - $178,617.00 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.
