Alex Mesanza is that one guy who loves to challenge himself. He is the Division Head of Global Business Supply Management - Optical Fiber & Cable at Corning Incorporated. He shares his interest in relay races and working in the supply chain because he gets the challenge that he searches for. Learn more about Alex in this latest episode of What The Duck?! Another Supply Chain Podcast. Show Highlights:Alex and the overnight relay racesAlex’s definition of successWhy Alex focuses on manufacturingA day in the life of Alex, the head of supply management Direct materials focus areasBuild good relationships with suppliersNegotiating long-term contracts with suppliersUnderstanding what multi-sourcing isQuotes:Alex - His own personal definition of success“I broadly define it as the ability to achieve your goals despite uncontrollable and unforeseen challenges that life throws at you. And in the end, you know, it's all about the journey towards a goal rather than the goal itself.”Alex - Why he focuses on the supply chain management“If you have aspirations to work in supply chain, manufacturing is really the place to be in my personal.. from my personal experience. I mean, it's chaotic, unpredictable, complex.”Alex - What is multi-sourcing?“Multi-sourcing, basically, it's making sure that you've got multiple suppliers that can provide that specific part or material, you know, according to the specs. Connect with Alex and learn what he’s been duckin’ around with:About AlexAbout Corning Inc.Corning.comConnect with Sarah and find out more about what the duck she’s up to:About SarahSarah’s TweetsAbout SourceDaySourceDay WebsiteHad fun with the podcast? Leave us a like, share our content, and subscribe! See you soon on the next episode of What The Duck?!