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Requisition Number: 76759 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.  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, automotive, and solar 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 • Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions Role Purpose The Global Policy & Trade Manager supports Corning’s Government Affairs office with policy/advocacy strategies aligned with OFC and COC’s business strategy and objectives. This position is a critical input for fiber and cable capacity planning. This position requires an in-depth understanding of applicable Federal, State and Local laws, policy research and monitoring, and review of internal and external reports to provide input to OFC’s capacity decisions. Key Responsibilities • In partnership with Corning GA (Government Affairs), serves as the voice of the business to help inform policy, advocacy, and trade strategy in support of business objectives • Represents OFC at COC+GA Federal and Global Team meetings as the primary OFC internal point of contact for business input on government affairs activities across the business • Prepare and present to Corning’s Risk Council as required • Support GA-led engagement strategies by, leveraging Corning’s market analysis and industry knowledge • Contribute business input to the development of clear and concise communications developed by GA for state agencies and legislators, as well as executives, senior management and key internal partners • Review, edit, and finalize reports and other documents needed by corporate Government Affairs team • Lead business input to support the process and strategic direction of international trade-related cases and verification process • Coordinating with Business Intelligence and Government Affairs teams, identify markets where Corning should protect its investments and develop action plans for the business • Assess OFC supply chain changes and advise leaders on risks and opportunities. • Monitor global trade and policy developments and translate impacts for leadership. • Guide project teams on compliance and risk for products, technologies, manufacturing, and global trade activities. • Support Legal with government audits, inquiries, and information requests. • Track tariff and duty changes and quantify business impacts for leadership. • Partner with supply chain and PLM teams to ensure regional compliance documentation and traceability is met. Experiences/Education - Required • Bachelor’s degree required • Relevant experience in government affairs, public policy, regulatory affairs, international trade, external affairs, supply chain, or a related corporate/business-facing role • Direct experience supporting business objectives through government affairs, policy analysis, legislative/regulatory monitoring, or advocacy efforts • Experience with trade-related cases, tariffs, duties, import/export policy, or global trade developments and their impact on business operations • Ability to connect policy and trade developments to business strategy, capacity planning, supply chain changes, investment protection, and risk management • Proven ability to work across Government Affairs, Legal, Supply Chain, PLM, Business Intelligence, and senior leadership to drive aligned decisions • Strong written/verbal communication, executive presentation ability, stakeholder influence skills, and the analytical capability to assess risks/opportunities and translate them into actionable recommendations This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $147,188.00 - $202,384.00 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. 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 aspirations, and career from day one. • 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. • As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service. • Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. • 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 recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 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 accommodations@corning.com .

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Requisition Number: 76759
The company built on breakthroughs. 
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. 
Come break through with us.
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
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Role Purpose
In partnership with Corning GA (Government Affairs), serves as the voice of the business to help inform policy, advocacy, and trade strategy in support of business objectives
Represents OFC at COC+GA Federal and Global Team meetings as the primary OFC internal point of contact for business input on government affairs activities across the business
Prepare and present to Corning’s Risk Council as required
Support GA-led engagement strategies by, leveraging Corning’s market analysis and industry knowledge
Contribute business input to the development of clear and concise communications developed by GA for state agencies and legislators, as well as executives, senior management and key internal partners
Review, edit, and finalize reports and other documents needed by corporate Government Affairs team
Lead business input to support the process and strategic direction of international trade-related cases and verification process
Coordinating with Business Intelligence and Government Affairs teams, identify markets where Corning should protect its investments and develop action plans for the business
Assess OFC supply chain changes and advise leaders on risks and opportunities.
Monitor global trade and policy developments and translate impacts for leadership.
Guide project teams on compliance and risk for products, technologies, manufacturing, and global trade activities.
Support Legal with government audits, inquiries, and information requests.

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