Specialist, Procurement Operations
- Company: Corning
- Location: Taichung, Taiwan, 407
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-11-02
ROLE PURPOSE
This position is requested to support Corning’s cross-MAP business requirements and strengthen procurement execution across multiple business groups, including CDTT, CATC, CRTC, GG, AGS, P&W, and PCS. The role will help ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, compliance, and operational efficiency to support business growth and plant execution needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensure materials, parts, and services are supplied at the right time, in the right quantity, with the right quality, and at a reasonable cost to support business objectives.
* Execute purchasing activities in alignment with GSM strategies, sourcing plans, and organizational priorities.
* Manage supplier relationship activities, including supplier audits, performance evaluations, and supplier development.
* Maintain procurement compliance with global policies, SOPs, and local regulations.
* Manage category spend and identify cost reduction opportunities through collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers.
* Manage procurement documents, including Supply Agreements, Pricing Agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and COIs.
* Support commodity reviews, market intelligence, and supply risk assessment.
* Drive process improvement opportunities to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
* Key Projects / Scope Supported, including:
- Cost reduction programs
- Digital transformation initiatives
- MRO parts localization programs
- Compliance and governance programs
- Cross-MAP procurement support and supply continuity initiatives
REQUIRED CAPABILITIES & KEY COMPETENCIES
* Strong knowledge of supply management and procurement practices.
* Good problem-solving capability with the ability to assess supply risks and propose practical solutions.
* Strong communication skills, including the ability to clarify information effectively and work with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
* Ability to establish priorities, multitask, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong collaboration and conflict management skills.
* Good English communication skills, both written and oral, are preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree required.
* At least 5 years of experience in supply management, procurement, or a related function.
* Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
* Familiarity with digital tools or AI tools is a plus.
* TOEIC score of 550 or above is preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Engineering or manufacturing background, or related experience, is highly preferred.
* Willingness to take on challenges and drive continuous improvement.