Program Manager, Technology

Role Purpose

Lead multi-disciplinary, multi-functional global teams in the development and delivery of new technology solutions for any of the business segments and/or regions within Corning Optical Communications. Manage complex programs in a global matrixed organization, assuming full responsibility for schedule, performance and budget.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities: 
  •    Manage the schedule, technical performance, and budget of major product or process development programs involving complex, technically challenging solutions designed for Optical Communications applications.
  •    Build and maintain a global program structure; including development and monitoring of comprehensive project plans and objectives.
  •    Direct all phases of programs/projects from inception through completion guided by an appropriate innovation process using structured tools, efficient processes, disciplined communication, and effective decision making.
  •    Secure and utilize internal and external engineering, development, and manufacturing resources to address the needs of the program.
  •    Interact with external customers to develop a clear understanding of their challenges and requirements.  Work closely with internal customers to establish a clear understanding of their functional requirements.  Participate with Product Management in the development of business cases for projects within the program to ensure maximum value is created with Corning resources.
  •    Serve as the primary conduit of communication and interaction with executive sponsors and steering committees during the life of the assigned programs.  Regularly communicate program or project status.  Prepare and deliver presentations and reports as required.

  
  Travel Requirements: 
  Domestic and international travel expected up to 25%. The amount of travel will vary based on the needs of the program.

  Work Location: Hickory, NC

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other relevant disciplines.  
•    Minimum of 10 years total experience in Technology, Manufacturing and/or Manufacturing Engineering with project management experience.
•    5+ years of experience managing and effectively leveraging teams with diverse expertise, backgrounds, cultures and styles demonstrating a track record of completing challenging business objectives.
•    5+ years of experience demonstrating effective communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills at all levels of an organization (team, peer, and executive levels) with a demonstrated ability to build relationships in a heavily matrixed, team environment.
•    Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities, changing requirements and ambiguity. Ability to translate customer needs into relevant and actionable program requirements.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilitities

Desired Skills: 

•    Six Sigma Black Belt training, experience and/or certification.
•    Completion of formal project management training with further preference for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.