Sr. Specialist, Logistics Execution

Requisition Number: 79001

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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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.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Roles and Responsibilities

Logistics Execution

• Book, confirm, and schedule shipments with Corning’s logistics providers.
• Perform daily data entry of shipment milestones and updates for all global ocean and air shipments.
• Provide track-and-trace support and escalation support across all transportation modes, including ocean, air, truck, parcel, and rail.
• Manage the daily Hot List for critical shipments and communicate updates to key stakeholders.
• Enter and maintain key transportation transaction data in the ERP system, such as transit times and order closeouts.
• Ensure logistics procedures are followed throughout the shipment process.
• Participate in and/or lead daily, weekly, and monthly operational review meetings.
• Submit air freight approvals (PTAs).

Exception Management

• Drive compliance with the Routing Guide through proactive stakeholder engagement and audits.
• Obtain and manage carrier spot quotes as needed.
• Manage weekly and monthly freight payment exceptions.

Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Take ownership of site-specific or division-specific logistics activities, such as reel returns.
• Support Trade Compliance processes, including documentation handoffs.
• Deliver site-specific logistics training.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 3–8 years of logistics experience preferred.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders across functions, countries, and cultures.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.

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.