Supply Chain Project Leader

Corning Inc.; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Reynosa, Mexico seeks a Supply Chain Program Lead to drive the integration of strategic programs into existing operations. You will coordinate with Global Supply Management, engineering, and product planning to optimize performance and mitigate risks.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in supply chain, strong cross-functional collaboration, and fluency in English and Spanish. The role emphasizes analytics, SAP/ERP familiarity, and proactive planning across the full lifecycle.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• 5+ years of supply chain experience required.
• Experience in supply/capacity planning, optimization and project management.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• ERP and offline planning systems experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Route program needs to the appropriate organizational functions.
• Establish metrics to measure performance aligned with program goals.
• Demand modeling and develop deployment plans as the roadmap progresses.
• Collaborate with program team to identify material requirements risks and ensure supplier readiness.
• Establish material replenishment strategies for products and components in scope.
• Implement planning strategies to optimize inventory and service levels.
• Propose changes to organization structures and competencies profiles.
• Collaborate with plant management to understand staffing plans to meet demand.
• Develop SIOP and capacity planning models anticipating system updates.
• Drive consistency and sharing of best practices in supply planning.
• Represent all Supply Chain functions within the program team.
• Provide periodic program updates relevant for supply chain activities.

Skills

Supply chain management

Demand planning

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

ERP systems

Offline planning systems

Job description

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. Requisition Number: 73553The 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. 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.Supply Chain Program LeadPosition OverviewThe Supply Chain Program Lead is responsible for developing a roadmap that supports the integration of the assigned program to the existing supply chain business operations. The role will coordinate with different functions to ensure execution of the action plan as part of program roadmap: Global supply management, engineering, supply chain management, product planning, product line management, external manufacturing. The manager will work closely with internal customers, internal suppliers and internal teams to optimize operations, mitigate program risks and meet the program objectives. This role oversees the full lifecycle of strategic initiatives, from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budgets.Key Responsibilities

• Routes program related needs to the right organizational functions
• Establish the necessary metrics to measure performance in alignment with program goals
• Demand modeling. Develop demand product deployment plans as the program progresses along the roadmap and milestones
• Collaborates with program team to identify and mitigate material requirements risks and ensures supplier readiness to meet demand
• Establish the material replenishment strategies for the products and components in scope
• Carries out effective implementation of planning strategies to optimize inventory and service levels
• Proposes changes to organization structures, skillset and competencies profiles in alignment with program needs
• Collaborates with plant management to understands the staffing plans are in place to meet demand needs
• Capacity modeling. Develop initial SIOP, S&OE capacity planning models anticipating planning systems updates
• Drives consistency and sharing of best practices related to supply planning
• Represent all Supply Chain functions within program team structure to drive alignment between supply chain capabilities and business objectives
• Provides periodic program updates relevant for supply chain activities

Job Requirements

• BA/BS degree
• +5 years of supply chain related experience
• Proven track record in supply chain management areas such as, supply/capacity planning, supply chain optimization, project management
• Experience in collaboration with multiple functions such as product line management, global supply management, engineering
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Understanding of ERP and offline planning systems is preferred
• Excellent presentation and communication skills at different levels of the organization
• Demonstrated experience in driving supply chain improvements and achieving operational targets, with the ability to manage both strategic and tactical aspects of planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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 and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.
• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program 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.

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].