Planning Manager, Global Supply Chain

Requisition Number: 68639

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The Global Supply Management (GSM) Function is recognized as a critical function for business success.  It delivers the training, tools and opportunities needed to create innovative solutions for the function & the corporation.  GSM has leading edge, effective processes to anticipate and exceed customer requirements.

Corning Inc. is seeking a Planning Manager to join our Global Supply Chain Integrated Planning transformation. As a key player in our Supply Chain Integrated Planning Transformation, you'll collaborate with Global Process Owners (GPO) to develop and implement Corning’s Global supply chain planning work processes, standards, and tools.   

In the initial 9 to 18 months, you will co-lead the creation of Corning’s Integrated Planning Standards. This role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of supply chain work processes and standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish efficient planning workflows.   

After 9-18 your role will evolve into a Planning Operational leadership position. You will lead and develop a team of planners, physical and information flows across the End-To-End (E2E) operations value chain and optimize supply chain operations to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.   

Requirements Qualifications:   

• Degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related Business field. 

• Professional certification (e.g., APICS, CSCP)  

• Minimum of +10 years of experience in supply chain planning, production planning, material requirement planning with process development and implementation   

•  logistics, inventory management, or a related field   

• Experience with SIOP, demand and supply planning, scenario planning and modelling, real time planning 

• Proven ability to build a strategic plan and execute it effectively.   

• Ability to build and lead teams to deliver results.    

• Excel in talent development, conflict resolution, and promoting a culture of operational discipline, driving both operational efficiency and long-term success.   

• Proficiency in SAP ERP (ECC,S4 Hana) and advanced planning system (SAP IBP, o9, Kinaxis) 

• Proven track of supply chain planning process implementations.  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills   

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills   

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.   

Key Responsibilities:   

• Co-lead the creation of Corning’s Integrated Planning Standards   

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of the supply chain planning work processes.  

• Translate planning standards to business environment and implement effectively.  

• Develop short, mid, and long-term supply plans to meet customer demand.   

• Implement inventory control policies and procedures.   

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs), conduct root cause analysis and present findings to senior management.  

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within the supply chain.   

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.