Job Description

Requisition Number: 76219

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 Product Line Manager is responsible for the overall strategy, execution, and business success for Corning’s Advanced Optics products, customers, and projects in our Semiconductor Technologies and Solutions (STS) business. By leveraging deep commercial acumen, technical understanding, and cross-functional leadership skills, the PLM ensures that offerings in these segments are well-positioned for growth, revenue success, and market differentiation.

Key Responsibilities

Drive strategy and execution of the 4Ps—product, price, placement, and promotion—for the assigned product line to support growth, profitability, and market competitiveness.
Lead product line strategy and planning, including annual priorities, growth initiatives, performance improvement actions, and cost-reduction opportunities.
Own the full product lifecycle, including portfolio strategy, commercialization, forecasting, pricing, profitability, rationalization, obsolescence, and phase-out decisions.
Develop business cases for new products, product families, and customer-specific opportunities, including financial analysis and value justification.
Partner with Sales to execute pricing and go-to-market strategies that optimize customer value, market position, and profitability.
Build and maintain short- and long-term demand and revenue forecasts in collaboration with Sales, Market Intelligence, Commercial Operations, and other stakeholders.
Lead cross-functional teams across Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, Legal, IP, and related functions to align strategy, customer needs, and operational execution.
Define and communicate customer requirements and product value propositions, while supporting escalations and ensuring timely issue resolution.
Monitor market trends, competitive activity, customer needs, standards, and emerging technologies to inform strategy and identify new business opportunities.
Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain to improve cost, quality, delivery, lead time, supply continuity, and process efficiency, and support SIOP to align demand and supply.

Required Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business, or related field required.
Demonstrated 8+ years of relevant experience in product management, business development, technical marketing, or related roles within technology-driven industries.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed, global organization.
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic business plans, managing complex customer relationships, and delivering on revenue, margin, and growth targets.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills; able to distill and articulate sophisticated value propositions to both technical and commercial audiences.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with multiple competing priorities.

TRAVEL:
We anticipate up to 25% travel for this role domestic and international

Desired Qualification

MBA or equivalent advanced commercial degree highly preferred.
Semiconductor industry knowledge is a plus.
Financial analysis experience
Work experience in strategy

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.

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

About Corning Incorporated

Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in materials science, with a 170+ year track record of life-changing inventions. Corning applies its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives. Corning succeeds through sustained investment in RD&E, a unique combination of material and process innovation, and deep, trust-based relationships with customers who are global leaders in their industries.

Corning's capabilities are versatile and synergistic, which allows the company to evolve to meet changing market needs, while also helping our customers capture new opportunities in dynamic industries. Today, Corning's markets include optical communications, mobile consumer electronics, display technology, automotive, and life sciences vessels. Corning's industry-leading products include damage-resistant cover glass for mobile devices; precision glass for advanced displays; optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions for state-of-the-art communications networks; trusted products to accelerate drug discovery and delivery; and clean-air technologies for cars and trucks.

Industry

Manufacturing & Production

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Corning, New York

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

corning.com

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