Email jobs to me

PLM, FR Distribution Cable, Enterprise & OEM

Apply now »

Date: Nov 17, 2025

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 Obispado, NLE, MX, 64060 Keller, TX, US, 76248 McAllen, TX, US, 78501

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 71829

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. 

Our 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.

Role Purpose

This position is responsible for developing and executing the FR Distribution & Interconnect cables strategy to achieve desired product line financial outcomes for the Enterprise & OEM markets in the Americas region. Reports to the Director, PLM FR & Drop Cable.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:
Define the vision and strategy for the product line, ensuring alignment with the company’s 5-year plan and financial goals.
Manage the product lifecycle, from inception to maturity, while maintaining a global portfolio perspective.
Develop annual product plans, including market analysis, risk mitigation strategies, and key initiatives.
Communicate product line strategy and performance across all levels of the organization.

Business Management:
Develop and maintain processes critical to profitable growth, including pricing strategies, forecasting, market analysis, and competitive assessments.
Collaborate with internal teams to align strategic growth plans, ensure supply chain readiness, and identify new product opportunities.
Lead pricing decisions for major RFQs and routine pricing activities.
Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify additional revenue opportunities through customer and market insights.
Operational Execution:
Lead cross-functional teams to execute annual plans and achieve business objectives.
Produce monthly KPI reports and ensure operational excellence in customer service.
Oversee new product development processes, including prioritization, financial justification, and resource allocation.
Partner with supply chain, commercial, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment and resolve competing priorities.
Impact and Collaboration:
Serve as the decision point between commercial, manufacturing, and technical organizations to optimize strategic and annual objectives.
Drive strategic initiatives and projects that support divisional goals while managing complex decision-making processes to maximize company benefits.

Experiences/Education - Required

BS or BA degree – Engineering, Science, Computer Science, Business, Data Science
Fluent in English
5+ years of industry experience
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and make strategic decisions.
Proficiency in financial analysis, business planning, and data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI).
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines efficiently.
Creative problem-solving skills and a high level of work efficiency.

Experiences/Education - Desired

MBA strongly desired
Greater than 3 years experience in Sales, Marketing, or Product management
Strong track record of success

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $123,642.00 - $170,009.00 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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

Apply now »