Global Planning Manager

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 135,540 - 186,368; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and incentives

Company pension

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Global Planning Manager to drive global capacity and demand planning (SIOP) and align supply with regional and product needs, delivering improved end-to-end performance across the supply chain.

You will manage Customer Supply Chain Analysts, collaborate with manufacturing, and optimize demand, forecast accuracy, and inventory transitions for new products while monitoring KPIs such as on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business required.
• 8+ years in supply chain planning with global ops experience.
• Proven track record in capacity planning, demand forecasting, and optimization.
• Strong leadership and mentoring across regions.
• Excellent communication with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of global capacity and demand plans (SIOP).
• Oversee Customer Supply Chain Analysts and align product-level planning with global strategies.
• Collaborate with key customers to understand demand and forecast consensus.
• Define and drive global replenishment strategies and inventory transitions for new products.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and operations for flexible capacity and contingency plans.
• Drive initiatives on security of supply, inventory optimization, and SLOB management.
• Set global KPIs for supply chain performance and monitor key metrics.
• Lead cross-functional teams on improvement projects across processes and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Forecasting

SIOP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business

MBA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

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. With our people, we break through limitations and expectations daily, making an impact across industries.

In the Optical Communications segment, we transform from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable to a comprehensive provider of industry‑leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.

Role Purpose

The Global Planning Manager is responsible for developing and executing global supply chain strategies to align capacity, demand, and supply across regions while ensuring exceptional service to customers. The role leads the Customer Supply Chain Analysts, manages customer relationships, and drives performance improvements across the end‑to‑end supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of global capacity and demand plans (SIOP), ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, customer value, and supply chain capabilities
• Oversee Customer Supply Chain Analysts, ensuring that product‑level planning and execution aligns with global strategies and customer demand
• Collaborate with key customers to understand demand models, synchronize orders, and represent customer demand in forecast consensus meetings
• Define and drive global customer replenishment strategies while improving forecast accuracy and managing inventory transitions for new product introductions
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure flexible capacity models and robust contingency plans are in place across product lines
• Drive global supply chain initiatives related to security of supply, inventory optimization (iMAX), and SLOB management, while guiding Product Line Planners in their execution
• Develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives, ensuring product availability and operational efficiency at both global and product‑specific levels
• Set global KPIs for supply chain performance and monitor key metrics such as on‑time delivery, inventory levels, and cost efficiency, ensuring that Product Line Planners meet their respective targets
• Lead global cross‑functional teams in the planning and execution of improvement projects related to supply chain processes and systems, coordinating with Product Line Planners and Customer Supply Chain Analyst for consistent execution

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain planning, with a focus on global operations and team management
• Proven track record in capacity planning, demand forecasting, and supply chain optimization at both the global and product‑specific levels
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a team across multiple regions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with internal teams, external stakeholders, and manage a reporting team
• Proficiency in advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP) and analytical tools
• Demonstrated experience in driving supply chain improvements and achieving operational targets, with the ability to manage both strategic and tactical aspects of planning

Desired Experiences

• MBA or Master’s degree
• Professional certification in supply chain management, operations, or engineering (APICS, PMP, Six Sigma)

Compensation & Benefits

The range for this position is $135,540.00 – $186,368.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay depends on geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Benefits include:

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives aligned with key business results
• 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow over your career; combined with matching contributions to your 401(k), total contributions can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on age and years of service
• Health and well‑being benefits including 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)
• 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 [e-mail].