Product Line Manager, Gorilla Glass

Requisition Number: 70043

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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.​  

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Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Position Purpose

As a Product Line Manager (PLM), you will be responsible for developing and executing a product line strategy that supports the achievement of sales and profitability targets for the Gorilla Glass business. This role requires collaboration with the three main verticals of Corning – development, manufacturing, and sales. The PLM will be responsible for driving development project schedules, supporting mass production operations, and representing Corning to the customer. While the main are of ownership for the PLM will be supply planning and development, other responsibilities will include business case development, assisting with forecasting, and serving as a key collaborator with the Gorilla Glass commercial, finance, manufacturing, quality, and engineering organizations for day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• MBA or equivalent demonstrated experience (i.e., extensive experience in business)
• Minimum of one year’s work experience in product line management, marketing, manufacturing, and/or engineering within an engineering based and customer-focused environment
• Demonstrated track record of managing projects and leading/influencing multi-functional teams
• Strong analytical skills with able to turn quantitative analysis into meaningful business insights
• Demonstrated self-confidence, ability to effectively communicate and influence senior management

• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs

Desired

• Financial analysis and accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Primary commercial representative in short/long-term supply planning initiatives both internally and externally
• Work with external stakeholders on development schedules and new opportunities for Gorilla Glass
• Lead the development of account annual product line plans, Green Book (5-year plan) and Black Book (Budget)
• Optimize inventory management related to the product line by coordinating information flow, as needed, between Forecasting, Sales, Manufacturing, and other parties as needed
• Develop business cases and value propositions that address customer needs on new products under development
• Lead presentations to leadership on new composition and program opportunities
• Work with Program Management to develop and launch new products
• Ensure the external development roadmap is executable within Gorilla Glass’ capability schedule
• Support capital investment projects through the Capricorn process and develop commercial justification

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $148,181.00 - $203,749.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.    
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .