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Product Line Manager, Contour & Sbend Optical Fiber

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Date: Sep 21, 2026

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 78093

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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.

Overview

Corning’s Optical Fiber and Cable (OFC) division is seeking a Product Line Manager to lead the global strategy for the Contour and S-Bend fiber product lines. In this high-visibility role, you will own the full product lifecycle — from market positioning and competitive strategy to forecasting, intellectual property, and end-of-life management. You will work across Technology, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to drive both short- and long-term profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the global product line strategy, managing the Contour and S-Bend fiber products through the full lifecycle — from market positioning through obsolescence
Lead a cross-functional, multi-site product team of functional leads across Technology, Manufacturing, Product Engineering, Marketing, and Sales
Define the product line’s market value proposition; assess downstream market requirements, competitive threats, and optimal solutions for performance, quality, and customer needs
Own the product line planning process, including project prioritization, resource allocation, and forecast management in coordination with Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain
Develop and manage an intellectual property and product standards strategy for the product line

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline with a strong analytical background
10+ years of experience in product line management, marketing, manufacturing, or engineering within an engineering-based, customer-focused environment
Demonstrated track record of managing projects and leading multi-functional teams
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time

Desired Qualifications

MBA or equivalent demonstrated business experience
Experience managing direct reports
Background in manufacturing, product development, or business strategy
Financial analysis and accounting experience
Experience leading multicultural or multi-geographic projects

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $148,181.00 - $203,749.00 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.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte

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