Program Manager, Technology (m/f/d)

Corning Incorporated; Berlin; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-wide bonuses

Health and retirement benefits

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Berlin is seeking a Program Manager, Technology (m/f/d) to lead global, multi-disciplinary teams in delivering advanced optical communications solutions. The role oversees schedules, performance, and budgets, coordinating across engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing functions.

You will interact with external customers and internal stakeholders, driving program objectives, securing resources, and presenting status to executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive experience managing complex, cross-functional, culturally diverse teams.
• Minimum of 7 years in technology, development, and manufacturing with project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the schedule, technical performance, and budget of major product or process development programs.
• Build and maintain a global program structure with cross-functional teams from multiple regions.
• Develop or ensure development of comprehensive project plans, establish objectives, and monitor master plans and schedules.
• Secure and utilize external engineering, development, manufacturing and other resources as needed.
• Direct all phases of technology projects from inception through completion using structured processes and disciplined communication.
• Interact with external customers to understand challenges and requirements; work with Product Management on business cases for value.
• Serve as primary conduit of communication with executive sponsors and steering committees; prepare and deliver status reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The company built on breakthroughs.

Join us.

Corning is one of the worlds 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.

Requisition Number: 78546

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.

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.

For our location in Berlin, Germany, we are looking for a Program Manager, Technology (m/f/d).

Scope Of Position

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 the Corning Optical Communications business.

Manage complex programs in global matrixed organization, assuming full responsibility for schedule, performance and budget.

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 to ensure the success of the overall program. This will typically include establishing a core team and multiple project and work stream teams with members from multiple technology, engineering, and functional groups from multiple geographic regions across the organization.
• Develop, or ensure development, of comprehensive project plans, establish objectives, and monitor adherence to the master plans and schedules. Secure and maintain adequate resources to enable the success of programs and projects.
• Secure and utilize external engineering, development, manufacturing and other functional resources where appropriate to address the needs of the program.
• Direct all phases of technology projects from inception through completion guided by an appropriate innovation process using structured tools, efficient processes, disciplined communication, and effective decision making.
• Interact with external customers to develop a clear understanding of their challenges and requirements as needed. 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. The amount of travel time will vary based on the needs of the program. Estimated at 25-50%.

Work Location

Berlin

Education And Experience

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering or other relevant discipline.
• Extensive experience in the management of complex, cross-functional, culturally diverse teams containing both technical and non-technology roles.
• Minimum of 7 years total of technology, development, and manufacturing and/or manufacturing engineering with project management experience.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated personal initiative with a track record of completing challenging business objectives.
• Ability to translate needs into relevant and actionable program requirements.
• Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to handle changing priorities, changing requirements and ambiguity.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Ability to manage and effectively leverage a team of diverse expertise, backgrounds, cultures and styles.
• High English proficiency both written and verbal, German and Polish is a plus.

Desired Skills

• Multiple-year work experience in at least two of the following areas: Commercial, Development, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
• Six Sigma Black Belt training, experience and/or certification.
• Completion of formal project management training with further preference for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our top priority. Our Compensation & Benefits package supports your health and well-being, your financial goals, and your career—from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentive programs are linked to key business results, ensuring you're rewarded when the company succeeds. When Corning wins, we all win.
• Our health and well-being benefits include company-funded retirement plan, paid leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling valued and recognized motivates us even more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues who deliver exceptional performance.

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 [e-mail].