Product Line Specialist, Global Data Center Shuffles

Corning•Charlotte, NC

6d•$100,646 - $138,388•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking a Product Line Specialist to drive the day-to-day business management and strategic execution of a key product line. In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert on product applications, lead cross-functional teams, and translate customer and market insights into growth, competitive positioning, and measurable business outcomes. The 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or business
3+ years of relevant work experience in a commercial, product management, or technical role
Experience supporting or leading product launches from early-stage justification through commercialization
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Experience executing pricing strategy across multiple pricing structures
Analytical capability to conduct complex numerical analysis and build data models in Excel or similar tools
Fluency in English (written and verbal); ability to communicate technical and commercial content across diverse audiences

Nice To Haves

MBA
Background in a Commercial, Product Line Management (PLM), or Commercial Technology function
Financial analysis and accounting experience
Experience in Voice of Customer (VOC) engagement and customer-facing product representation
International business or customer engagement experience

Responsibilities

Lead product line strategy execution — integrating market insights, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to drive growth and competitive advantage.
Own the full product lifecycle, including new product development, commercialization, product launch activities, and pricing strategy (base, floor, contract, project, and day-to-day).
Serve as the Voice of Customer (VOC) expert in customer-facing engagements; partner with Commercial Technology and Account Product Line Management (PLM) to identify new applications and refine product positioning.
Lead resolution of product, quality, and service issues; maintain alignment with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to ensure supply and demand forecasting accuracy.
Identify opportunities to reduce product complexity and manufacturing cost at Corning and customer sites.
Quantify value propositions and assess sensitivity to key assumptions, risks, and market dynamics to strengthen business case rigor.
Lead strategic, technology, and operational Product Line initiatives through to conclusion.