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Senior Global Demand Planner

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Date: Jun 23, 2026

Location: Keller, TX, US, 76248

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 76028

 

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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.​   

 

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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.

Role Purpose

 

The Global Demand Planner is responsible for leading forecasting and demand planning activities for assigned product lines, ensuring accurate short- and long-term demand plans. This role partners closely with Commercial, Product Line Management, and Operations teams to develop forecast models, drive monthly consensus planning, and improve forecast accuracy, processes, and overall supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Develop short-term and long-term demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation to support operational and strategic planning.
  • Analyze historical sales trends, demand drivers, and forecast data to build, maintain, and evaluate statistical forecast models.
  • Partner with commercial and product line management teams to gather current business intelligence and ensure accurate forecast assumptions.
  • Lead cross-functional discussions to reconcile forecast variances and refine demand plans based on updated inputs and market conditions.
  • Maintain the Demand Planning system as the baseline forecasting tool and ensure forecast data integrity.
  • Coordinate demand plan changes closely with supply chain and operations teams to support effective execution.
  • Prepare demand planning reports, track key forecast metrics such as wMAPE and FVA, and lead forecasting and demand planning enhancement projects.

Experiences/Education - Required

 

  • Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar discipline 
  • Minimum 3 years of supply chain experience, with a minimum of 2 years of forecasting experience
  • Very strong analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative) with ability to see the big picture as well as the individual details
  • Methodical and detail oriented – ability and willingness to dig through large amounts of data to find anomalies, outliers, and/or errors
  • Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written)

Experiences/Education - Desired

 

  • Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office & Power BI
  • Experience with demand planning systems
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems or planning software applications
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities
  • Able to work in a team environment

 

 

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

 


The range for this position is $88,381.00 - $121,524.00 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. 

 

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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.

 

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: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth

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