Corning is seeking a highly qualified IT Solution Architect for Procurement Systems to spearhead the transformation of our procurement technology landscape. This role is accountable for identifying IT capabilities, establishing technical roadmaps, and providing expert alignment across our enterprise.

What You'll Do

Serve as an internal consultant to business procurement teams, advising on strategies for advanced procurement capabilities within and beyond SAP.
Lead the architectural design and enhancement of procurement solutions to Corning and industry standards.
Support the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive roadmap for procurement systems to ensure scalability, efficiency, and innovation.
Identify and recommend opportunities for enhancement using advanced process mining tools like SAP Signavio.
Coordinate project planning for the transition of end-of-life systems, aiming for minimal disruption.
Collaborate with Service and Product Owners as a technical consultant and liaison between software vendors and internal IT teams.
Advocate for the adoption of innovative technologies and best practices, and identify consolidation opportunities.
Provide technical leadership for procurement systems, ensuring robust integration with supply chain IT processes.
Act as the subject matter expert for procurement processes, offering insights to SAP SMEs and contributing to continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in IT, with emphasis on supply chain and procurement systems.
Over 5 years of practical experience with SAP procurement modules, specifically SAP MM, SAP Ariba, and SAP Fieldglass.
SAP ECC experience is required.
Documented success in designing end-to-end procurement solutions and processes.
Experience mentoring and collaborating with others to solve issues.
Extensive experience working with delivery and support teams within IT SAP environments.

Nice to Have

Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
Proven track record of architectural design for procurement ecosystems beyond the SAP product portfolio.
Certification or demonstrated proficiency in utilizing BTP extension technologies.
Demonstrated abilities in strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Experience with procurement systems, supply chain IT processes, system integrations, and IT delivery and support procedures.
Knowledge of process mapping, process mining, and continuous improvement practices.
SAP S/4 Hana experience preferred.
Familiarity with CI/CD, Clean Core, RISE, and Cloud ALM.
Proficient communication and collaboration skills for working with various teams and stakeholders.
Awareness of emerging technologies and trends within procurement and supply chain sectors.

Technical Stack

SAP MM, SAP Ariba, SAP Fieldglass, SAP ECC
SAP S/4 Hana, SAP Signavio
BTP extension technologies
CI/CD, Clean Core, RISE, Cloud ALM

Team & Environment

This role is part of the global Information Technology (IT) Function, collaborating with Enterprise Architecture, Service Owners, Product Owners, Engagement Managers, and the IT PMO.