APAC Regional Procurement Manager

Requisition Number: 77581 The company built on breakthroughs. ​ Join us.​ Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. ​ How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​ ​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​ ​Come break through with us. 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. Role Purpose Leading and managing procurement activities across the assigned region to ensure cost efficiency, supply continuity, quality compliance, and alignment with business objectives. This role support regional sourcing strategies, manages supplier relationships, and collaborates with internal stakeholders to support operational and strategic goals on region grow and expansion. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement regional procurement strategies in alignment with company objectives • Manage supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, delivery, service, and compliance • Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities, value improvement initiatives, and process efficiencies • Ensure supply continuity and proactively mitigate procurement and supply chain risks, secure material delivery and no disrupt in production • Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and global suppliers • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operations, supply chain, engineering, quality, finance, and business leadership • Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and supplier capabilities to support informed sourcing decisions • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing standards • Support contract management, including review of commercial terms and supplier agreements • Drive standardization and best practices across procurement processes within the region • Prepare and present procurement performance reports, savings achievements, risk assessments, and supplier updates to management • Lead regional procurement projects and support business expansion, localization, and supplier development initiatives • Build a capable team to support business grow Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Operations Management or related fields. • Minimum of 7–10 years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, with regional or international exposure preferred. Required Skills • Strong negotiation and influencing skills. • Proficient in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), MS office, experience with supply chain digital tools & analytics, Power BI/Tableau and advanced Excel for performance tracking. • Strong analytical and financial acumen • Effective communication and presentation skills • High level of integrity and compliance awareness. • Excellent English verbal & written communication (business fluent); able to work effectively in multi cultural, multi time zone global environment. Desired Skills CIPS, CPSM certification is a plus Soft Skills • Strong leadership, strategic thinking and execution oriented mindset. • Excellent problem solving, decision making and multi tasking ability under pressure. • High sense of ownership, result driven and detail oriented. • Change management mindset with strong teamwork and influencing skills. 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 .