Coordinator, Optical Fiber Cable Capital Strategic Sourcing

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Scope of Position:

This position will be responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement activities of capital equipment, parts, services, and construction for the OFC Business.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Responsible for tactical and technical procurement execution for assigned capital material, equipment, and services. 
• Duties include supplier management, communication to supplier, vendor negotiations, submission of purchase requisitions, obtaining approvals, monitoring of deliveries, expediting materials, and resolving billing discrepancies.
• Leads and executes RFI's, RFP's, and RFQ's as needed.

• Evaluates competitive offerings via price/cost analysis to determine the overall best offering for a product or service.
• Negotiates pricing, contracts, and terms as needed.
• Identifies and executes cost avoidance opportunities.
• Resolves contract, quality, payment or other supply/service issues with suppliers and end users when required.

• Submit requests for new vendor adds/changes/updates in the system.
• Protect Intellectual Property (IP).
• Ensure compliance to the Global Buying Policy.
• Create and maintain contractual documents (Supply Agreements, Pricing Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Certificates of Insurance, etc.).
• Support GSM initiatives as needed.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Technical Field or Supply Chain, or a min of 3-year Supply Chain or Procurement experience.
• Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, throughout all internal levels of the organization and externally.
• High degree of initiative and motivation with ability to work in a matrix environment or within a cross functional team.
• Proven organizational and time management skills.
• Computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc).

Desired Skills:

• Education, training or certification (CPSM,CPIM, etc.) in a supply chain function
• Knowledge and understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems.
• Negotiation, purchasing, or commodity experience.
• Project management experience.

Soft Skills:

• Results oriented, self-motivated.
• Drive for results.
• Sense of urgency.
• Customer focus: able to gather and understand customer requirements and objectives.
• Effective team player.
• Able to be persuasive in negotiations.
• Comfortable working with cross functional teams.
• Conflict management.
• Ability to influence.
• Time management.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $53,246.00 - $73,213.00 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. 

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• 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.  
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