Sr. Specialist, OCS Procurement
About The Position
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. As a Sr. Specialist in OCS Procurement, you will be responsible for execution of Global Supply Management (GSM) strategies to manage sourcing of quality products, equipment, and services. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful initiatives, collaborate across teams, and contribute to Corning’s supply chain excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (Finance, Supply Chain, Business Admin) and/or related field
- Minimum of 2 years supply chain experience (procurement preferred)
- ERP system experience (SAP preferred)
Nice To Haves
- Ability to collect and analyze data resulting in recommendations for key projects
- Knowledge of procurement practices and processes
- Green Belt Certification (Preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Results‑oriented, self‑motivated, with strong drive and commitment
- Effective team player with ability to work across functions
Responsibilities
- Serves as champion for Global Buying Policy (GBP) ensuring compliance along with utilization of standard Global Supply Management (GSM) source-to-pay (S2P) processes and tools
- Analyze purchasing data to improve supplier catalogs in SAP and help employees use the correct buying tools and channels.
- Responsible for the creation and maintenance of contractual documents in ARIBA system (Supply Agreements/SOWs, Pricing Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), Certificates of Insurance (COI), etc.)
- Acts as a liaison between requisitioners, suppliers, receiving, and Corning Shared Services (CSS) to ensure invoice issues are resolved quickly as well as identify root cause and corrective action
- Conducts ad hoc data analysis, supports metrics reporting, and leads dashboard enhancement
- Supports category management with key strategies/initiatives including strategic sourcing, spend analysis, market analysis and contract management
- Project management for key GSM initiatives which may include inventory, forecasting, E2E or other process improvements
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
