Senior Manager, Capital Strategic Sourcing, Automation

Corning•City of Corning, NC

3d•$155,614 - $213,969

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Capital Strategic Sourcing for Automation leads enterprise-wide category strategy and sourcing execution for automation across all Corning divisions. The role develops and manages global supplier strategies for automation equipment, systems, integrators, controls, robotics, and related services, in partnership with divisional stakeholders, Engineering, Capital Project teams, Manufacturing, Legal, and Finance. It drives value, reduces total cost of ownership, improves supplier performance, and supports consistent procurement practices for Corning’s automation-related capital and operational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, supply chain, business, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, capital sourcing, or supplier management experience, preferably with automation, manufacturing technology, controls, robotics, or systems integration.
Demonstrated ability to develop category strategies, lead complex negotiations, manage supplier relationships, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver measurable business value across multiple business units.
Working knowledge of automation equipment, industrial controls, robotics, machine vision, systems integration, manufacturing equipment contracts, project estimating, scope development, and project execution processes.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.).
Project Management Professional (PMP).

Responsibilities

Develop and lead Corning’s enterprise-wide automation category strategy, aligning sourcing priorities with divisional business needs, capital plans, technology roadmaps, and productivity objectives.
Build and manage a preferred supplier base for automation equipment, controls, robotics, systems integration, and related engineering or technical services.
Partner with all Corning divisions to aggregate demand, standardize commercial approaches, share best practices, and ensure category strategies support global manufacturing and capital execution priorities.
Lead competitive sourcing events, supplier negotiations, bid analysis, and contract development for automation-related spend, ensuring clear scope definition and robust commercial terms.
Deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance, working capital improvements, and total cost of ownership reductions through disciplined category management and supplier collaboration.
Ensure appropriate contract structures, terms, warranties, intellectual property protections, service levels, and risk mitigation plans are applied to automation sourcing activities.
Serve as the procurement category lead for automation, facilitating timely communication among divisional leaders, engineering teams, project managers, suppliers, and functional partners.
Monitor automation market trends, supplier capabilities, emerging technologies, regional supply risks, and capacity constraints to inform sourcing strategies and business decisions.

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions.
Matching contributions to a 401(k) savings plan; total company contributions to retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid parental leave.
Family building support.
Fitness benefits.
Company-paid life insurance.
Disability benefits.
Disease management programs.
Paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Recognition program.