Product Line Specialist
Corning•Charlotte, NC
•$100,646 - $138,388•Onsite
About The Position
Corning is a global leader in materials science, specialty glass, and optical communications — enabling the infrastructure that connects people, data, and industries worldwide. We are seeking an experienced Product Line Specialist to lead the strategic management of our Single-Mode Fiber Ultra (SMF-Ultra) and Preform optical fiber product lines. This role drives profitable growth through product strategy, lifecycle management, and cross-functional leadership — spanning commercial, manufacturing, technology, supply chain, and finance teams from preform manufacturing through finished optical fiber products.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience influencing cross-functional teams and driving business results.
- Strong analytical skills including financial analysis and a detail-oriented approach to process rigor.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to present and sell ideas effectively.
Nice To Haves
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Experience in project management, supply chain, or profitability analysis
- Technical understanding of optical fiber, cable, or related photonics technology
- Knowledge of fiber and cable market dynamics
- Operational experience in manufacturing or supply/demand planning
- Experience presenting business cases to senior or executive leadership
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute product line strategies and lifecycle management plans, including new product requirements, extensions, and enhancements aligned with business and profitability goals
- Monitor and manage financial performance — including revenue, pricing, margins, inventory health, and forecasting accuracy — and build business cases to secure leadership alignment on new initiatives
- Partner with supply chain, manufacturing, technology, and commercial teams to balance customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and inventory levels while minimizing business risk and product obsolescence
- Collaborate with customers and commercial teams to identify emerging market needs, evaluate growth opportunities, and create value propositions that support effective customer engagement, including direct customer interaction when required
- Lead new product launches and enhancements as project or commercial lead; monitor competitive market dynamics and develop strategies to strengthen Corning's market position
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit
- Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness programs
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
