Specialist, TC Requisition Operations

Requisition Number: 76752

The company built on breakthroughs. ​
Join us.​

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. ​

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​

Come break through with us.

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN PAINTED POST, NY

Role Purpose

Responsible for executing transactional procurement activities to support sourcing needs and supplier payment requirements. This role works closely with GSM to ensure the Global Buying Policy is followed and that the proper buy channel and category strategies are utilized.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing requests while supporting TC and procurement objectives
• Work with requisitioners, suppliers, receiving, and Corning Shared Services to resolve invoice issues, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions
• Partner with local Procurement teams to support purchasing activities and align with approved buying channels and category strategies
• Support compliance with the Global Buying Policy and standard procurement processes, tools, and systems
• Participate in cross functional projects focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and other assigned initiatives
• Coordinate supplier setup and onboarding activities to support accurate data management and timely processing
• Compile, analyze, and provide purchasing and operational data to stakeholders, leadership, and Global Supply Management
• Prepare and process GSM and Finance waiver requests in accordance with company policy and approval requirements
• Handle confidential, intellectual property, and proprietary information in accordance with company standards
• Perform additional related responsibilities as assigned

Experience/Education Required

• Minimum of an AAS degree in supply chain, business, or related field; equivalent work experience will be considered
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, planning, engineering, supply management, or procurement and purchase order processing
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with businesses, staff groups, GSM, suppliers, Shared Services, and legal
• Demonstrated decision making, influencing, negotiation, and conflict management or problem solving skills
• Strong customer service focus with internal customers and external suppliers
• Ability to make decisions in a fast paced environment
• Strong multitasking and priority setting skills
• Effective team player in a collaborative environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills

Experience Preferred

• Price, cost, or should cost analysis
• Commodity and supply chain expertise
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Ariba, SAP including S4HANA and SAP ECC6, SharePoint, Concur, and Excel
• Contracting, including negotiation, writing, and management
• Procurement knowledge
• Performance Excellence skill set
• Experience with global manufacturing and/or business through work or project leadership
• Team leadership and participation

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $63,000.00 - $86,625.00 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.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on aiapply.co.