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Requisition Number: 78936 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 Develops and executes a product line strategy that supports the achievement of desired new products for AMD including sales, growth and profitability for new products and materials related to Near Packaged Optics and adjacencies. While also paying and developing attention to new opportunities and roadmaps for Co-Packaged Optics. Key Responsibilities Develops, a cross-functional business team consisting of functional leads from the PCS business unit not limited to Development, Division Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Finance (and works closely with market intelligence, marcomm, legal, IP, and HR as needed) to: • Works to develop value propositions that enable design and subsequent supply of NPO and CPO for AMD • improve margins for Corning’s and enable new/enhanced selling opportunities with customers including a product mix from the Optical Communications business. Work with manufacturing on cost reduction opportunities to boost overall margin • Manage the introduction of new products and any other ancillary product applications and complimentary products within the value chain • Manage day to day demand and supply issues, working towards optimal profitability and customer satisfaction • Support building a profitable business case • Direct interaction and management of customer product expectations and introduction sampling and prototype needs • Manage and provide guidance on finding the optimal solution (balancing the needs of Corning and the customer) to develop the business case for new products related to performance (i.e., specs, attributes, services), quality, share growth, customer needs (contract management) • Ensure sufficient IP strategy and coverage working with legal teams • Work with cross-functional leads resolving any and all product needs and issues including ramp/volume requirements, pricing, performance, overall quality and delivery performance • Determine the appropriate value proposition and value monetization and capture of prototype or NRE projects including heavy involvement in pricing and profitability decisions. The candidate owns pricing • Provide guidance on monthly forecasting and monitor performance to revenue & profitability plan • Optimizes inventory management in conjunction with commercial operations, Supply Chain and finance related to the product line by coordinating information flow, as needed, between Forecasting, Sales, Manufacturing, and other parties as required • Contributes and participates in product line and local manufacturing SIOP discussions in conjunction with PCS Commercial Operatoins • May get involved in supply chain disruption issues as well as any project delays to influence decisions on Development/Manufacturing prioritization Required Education • MBA Required and BS Degree, preferably in an Engineering or Technical field • 15+ years of experience in combination of manufacturing, engineering AND business management or product line management or other commercial functions • Track record of launching new products • Experience of working and leading multi-functional matrix teams • Work experience in a commercial function • Anticipate up to 30% travel for this role domestic and international Desired Experiences • Materials Science and Engineering, Applied Science, or equivalent demonstrated experience • Optical Communications and/or Near Packaged Optics or Co-Packaged Optics • Product Line Management experience • Value proposition development • Experience leading projects or multidisciplinary programs and teams • Manufacturing and/or Development • Financial analysis and accounting experience This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $155,915.00 - $214,384.00 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. 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. 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: 78936
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.
Role Purpose
Works to develop value propositions that enable design and subsequent supply of NPO and CPO for AMD
Manage the introduction of new products and any other ancillary product applications and complimentary products within the value chain
Manage day to day demand and supply issues, working towards optimal profitability and customer satisfaction
Support building a profitable business case
Direct interaction and management of customer product expectations and introduction sampling and prototype needs
Ensure sufficient IP strategy and coverage working with legal teams
Work with cross-functional leads resolving any and all product needs and issues including ramp/volume requirements, pricing, performance, overall quality and delivery performance
Determine the appropriate value proposition and value monetization and capture of prototype or NRE projects including heavy involvement in pricing and profitability decisions. The candidate owns pricing
Provide guidance on monthly forecasting and monitor performance to revenue & profitability plan
Contributes and participates in product line and local manufacturing SIOP discussions in conjunction with PCS Commercial Operatoins
May get involved in supply chain disruption issues as well as any project delays to influence decisions on Development/Manufacturing prioritization
Required Education
MBA Required and BS Degree, preferably in an Engineering or Technical field
15+ years of experience in combination of manufacturing, engineering AND business management or product line management or other commercial functions
Track record of launching new products
Experience of working and leading multi-functional matrix teams
Work experience in a commercial function
Anticipate up to 30% travel for this role domestic and international

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