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Corning Incorporated · 9 hours ago

Lead, Diesel Procurement

Painted Post, NY, US, 14870

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $152K/yr

5+ years exp

Corning Incorporated is a leading innovator in glass, ceramic, and materials science. The Lead, Diesel Procurement role is responsible for ensuring reliable supply of materials and services to support plant operations while optimizing costs and managing supplier performance.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Champion the corporate Global Buying Policy, ensuring compliance and educating plant end-users

Collaborate with GSM business supply managers and category managers to develop and execute short- and long-term strategic sourcing plans

Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives within the plant supply chain and support GSM-led initiatives

Ensure reliable supply of raw materials, packaging, consumables, spare parts, and MRO equipment for the plant’s continuous manufacturing operations

Prepare and solicit competitive bids, quotations, and proposals with detailed specifications and terms

Conduct supplier negotiations to secure maximum value

Oversee inventory management, minimizing materials on hand and addressing obsolete or slow-moving items

Manage the integrated storeroom solution and develop strong relationships with suppliers

Own supplier relationship management, including performance measurement and corrective action

Provide procurement leadership to support plant initiatives and develop annual budgets for the procurement function

Provide guidance and leadership to direct reports

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementSourcingInventory ManagementMicrosoft OfficeSAPPeopleSoft/PRISMSupervisory ExperienceRelevant CertificationsSOX Compliance

Required

Bachelor's degree in a business-related concentration (e.g., Supply Chain Management, Business Administration/Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics)

Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain management, including sourcing, inventory management, and logistics

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with systems such as PeopleSoft/PRISM, SAP, Ariba, or similar

Preferred

Supervisory experience is preferred

Experience as a plant or corporate buyer preferred

Relevant certifications (CPM, CSCP, CPIM, etc.)

Knowledge of SOX compliance

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.

100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career.

Matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan.

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.

Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.