Manager, OCS Capital Strategic Sourcing

Requisition Number: 73431

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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.

Role Purpose:

This position will be responsible for the Strategic Sourcing of Capital Equipment, Parts, Services and Construction for the OCS Business. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing a project portfolio which may include Expansion of Business (EOB), Maintenance of Business (MOB) and Development type projects. Personal and Business Objectives include identifying and driving Capital Cost Reduction and Capital Project Performance efficiency through adoption of the Capricorn Capital Project Management Best Practices. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, OCS Procurement, Capital.

Bid & Tender Process / Contract Management

• Develop RFPs/RFQs for capital equipment, services, and facilities.
• Lead pre‑bid reviews, post‑award evaluations, and decision analysis.
• Strong knowledge of contract language, Business Law, UCC, and multiple contract types (FFP, lump sum, GMP, turnkey, cost‑plus, T&M, unit price, shared savings).
• Create detailed performance schedules with clear milestones for effective contract administration.
• Manage full contract administration, ensuring scope, performance, quality, and contractual conditions are met while maintaining constructive supplier relationships.
• Extensive experience with contract planning, tendering, SOW development, and project controls (scope, risk, procurement, quality, schedule, cost, safety).
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and support early issue identification.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Trade Compliance.

Internal Controls / Governance

• Manage internal controls and risk mitigation activities.
• Apply preventive, detective, and corrective controls (supplier qualification, training, QA programs, performance measurement, lessons learned, recovery actions).
• Manage claims and disputes.
• Log, track, and ensure timely follow‑up of all incoming and outgoing supplier correspondence.

Leadership, Communication & Ethics

• Lead capital project/program teams and align sourcing activities with business objectives.
• Coach and train others in strategic sourcing and contract administration.
• Promote open communication, collaboration, and formal communication processes across project teams.
• Maintain high integrity and adherence to corporate values, Code of Conduct, and information security policies.
• Facilitate project workshops (Risk, TCO, Cost Reduction).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Supply Chain or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in Capital Sourcing and Contract Administration
• Project Procurement Management Planning & Strategy Development
• Experience developing Strategic Sourcing Plans for large capital-intensive projects
• Thorough understanding of the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model including cost of acquisition, use/administration, maintenance, transaction processing, and disposal of a given item or service.
• Experience with developing Work Breakdown Structures including the ability to sub-divide the major project deliverables obtained from the contract documents, scope of work and historical contract data into smaller more manageable work packages.
• Understands the importance and value of ensuring well-developed statements of work
• Knowledge and experience with funding stage gate processes.
• Experience and advanced skills in risk identification and risk management plan development

Certifications

• CPSM or C.P.M. preferred
• PMP a plus

Location & Travel

• Hybrid role based in Charlotte, NC (COC HQ) or Hickory, NC
• Up to 25% travel (primarily domestic, occasional international)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $96,534.00 - $132,734.00 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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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 [email protected] .