Manager, Strategic Sourcing
US$130,000 – US$178,500 / yr base salary
Posted 24 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Manager, Strategic Sourcing, IT”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$130,000 – US$178,500 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyBusiness, Engineering, Information Technology, Supply Chain (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Study levelMaster's or higher
Position is HYBRID
Requisition Number: 76024
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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
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing, IT leads strategic procurement and sourcing activities for the IT category, supporting global IT stakeholders and enabling Corning’s technology and business objectives. The position partners closely with IT leadership and key business stakeholders to drive value through cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and process excellence across the IT supplier ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT products and services across the enterprise.
- Support the development and execution of the Global IT Sourcing strategy.
- Analyze and manage IT category spend to identify cost savings, avoidance, and optimization opportunities.
- Build and maintain a robust cost‑reduction opportunity pipeline aligned with business targets.
- Deeply understand the IT vendor landscape, including capabilities, risks, and market trends.
- Lead complex negotiations with key IT vendors to maximize value, quality, and service levels.
- Own and execute RFX processes, including conducting e‑auctions when applicable.
- Support and advocate strong Supplier Management practices, including SLAs, service quality, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.