Sr. Program Manager
About The Position
Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic, and materials science, known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible. The company's technologies impact various markets, including life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar. Corning's mission is to accelerate drug discovery, enhance connected devices, provide high-speed communication solutions, deliver richer display experiences, drive cleaner transportation, and enable low-cost solar energy. This role is crucial for leading technical teams and collaborating with customers to meet market needs in optical technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a technical field (Engineering or Physical Sciences).
- 10+ years of experience with Project Management / Leadership in leading internal or external teams.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams (commercial, technical, operations) in program execution, risk management, problem-solving, and strategy implementation.
- Proven technical aptitude with the ability to discern technical approaches by asking the right questions and communicate updates across multiple organizational levels.
- Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers.
- Ability to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment and a bias toward action.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree
- Experience in optics
- Experience with a Stage Gate Product Development Process
- Entrepreneurial attitude and approach toward creating new engineered products
- Passionate and creative problem solver
- Organized, meticulous attention to detail, self-starter, and motivated
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools (Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Project).
Responsibilities
- Defines and executes an overall program plan, including financial and people resources, to meet program objectives and stay within budget.
- Drives program progress, reconfirms the value proposition, and recommends program progression or elimination to leadership.
- Monitors changes in customer requirements/scope and assesses their impact on program strategy, business case, risk, resources, speed, and value proposition.
- Works with customers throughout each stage to maintain engagement, lead scope, and interpret their perception of the product.
- Sets key program messages and manages information flow regarding program direction, issues, needs, and progress with stakeholders.
- Develops and leads a compelling business case, including P&L and balance sheet implications, for the product relative to division strategy, market needs, and competition.
- Identifies commercial, technical, and manufacturing levers to improve the program's business case.
- Oversees product testing and evaluation to confirm the value proposition, understand the technology for differentiation, and ensure manufacturing requirements are met.
- Identifies potential origins of strategic control and ensures intellectual property is protected.
- Utilizes Corning's innovation process to direct program activities.
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- 100% company-paid pension benefit
- Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness benefits
- 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
