Plant Buyer

Corning • Charlotte, NC

5d • $63,000 - $86,625 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Corning Incorporated's Supply Chain Development Program to gain experience through three 8-month job rotations in Integrated Planning, Logistics, and Procurement. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of best practices and processes in Supply Chain Management, preparing participants for future roles within Corning's Supply Chain organization. Key responsibilities include working on Corporate Supply Chain initiatives including strategic sourcing, transportation and logistics, and integrated planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree required in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering.
• 1-3 years related education / business / project management or technical experience
• Experience working in a matrix environment or on a cross-functional team
• Can deal with ambiguity
• Problem solving
• Communication and influencing sills: one on one and group
• Customer focus: understanding customer requirements and objective
• Acts with Integrity and Authenticity
• Financial / Analytic skills: collects, analyzes & leverages data

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of source-to-pay processes and negotiations.
• Proficiency in contract writing and management.
• Project management expertise.
• Supply chain knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the assured supply of materials, equipment, and services at competitive costs while minimizing inventories and optimizing materials utilization.
• Forecasting analysis and tracking
• Develop sourcing strategies, evaluate supply chain options, and manage supplier relationships.
• Manage supplier performance and resolve any issues that arise.
• Monitor supplier deliveries to reduce the risk of stockouts.
• Develop short term production schedules aligning with demand forecasts and inventory policies
• Track overall key performance indicators (KPIs) and present findings to senior management
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within the supply chain
• Other procurement, logistics, and planning activities as needed not otherwise identified

Benefits

• Company-wide bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension benefit
• Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Family building support
• Fitness
• Company-paid life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Disease management programs
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level