CM Operations Sr. Specialist

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Date: Jun 16, 2025

Location: Shenzhen, GD, CN, 518048

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 69157

 

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.  

 

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, and automotive 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 

Day to Day Responsibilities

•    Based on 3 months’ rolling forecast to plan capacity with CMs and obtain 25% flexibility to support demand fluctuation.
•    Monitor CM’s production status to maintain supply flexibility and risks in cases of demand fluctuations (e.g., customer pull-ins or push-outs).
•    Manage production execution with CMs to ensure delivery dates meet customer requests. Ensure shipments are on time and properly documented.
•    Manage Corning related inventory under all business models (consignment or buy-sell). Assure all transactions are processed in the PMT system and maintain data accuracy.
•    Perform quarterly cycle counts at CM and report discrepancies and reasons clearly. Document the Corning inventory scrap process. •   •    Review CM’s monthly closing report together with GSM and Finance to ensure data is correct, complete and with justification. 
•    Use lean concepts to streamline operations, cut Lead Time and meet customer demand.

Education & Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, project management, or related fields.
•    Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, with proven ability to manage supply chain and operation processes effectively.

Required Skills

•    Strong execution capability with a metrics-driven approach to driving results.
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; 
•    Strong skills in using data to organize ideas and articulate thoughts clearly. Ability to create well-structured and logical presentations that effectively communicate the thoughts.
•    Effective English communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with internal teams and external CMs.
•    Solid knowledge of factory operations, production management, and lean manufacturing principles.
•    Must be details oriented.
•    Flexibility for travel (<50% of the time, primarily within China.

Desired Qualifications

•    PMP certification or hands-on project management experience.
•    Leadership and good judgement. Willing to lead and able to lead.
•    Cross-culture working experience.
•    With Lean experience is preferred.

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.

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