Project Lead - NVIDIA

Corning Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses and long-term IncentiV

100% company-paid pension

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Family building support

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Inc. in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Project Lead to drive NVIDIA and ODM initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet commitments and timelines across PCS and DCBU.

This role emphasizes strong communication, project planning, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration to improve execution. MBA preferred; with a competitive compensation package including bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• 5+ years of project/program management in a matrixed organization.
• Proven experience coordinating cross-functional execution for strategic customers.

Responsibilities

• Support project management for Nvidia and ODM initiatives, ensuring key commitments.
• Coordinate day-to-day execution and issue follow-up across teams.
• Maintain alignment on priorities and timelines with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, risks, and escalation trackers.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to drive deliverables and resolve issues.
• Identify risks early and escalate for timely resolution.
• Prepare updates, dashboards, and leadership materials.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field

MBA preferred

Job description

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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.

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.

Role Purpose

The Project Lead - NVIDIA supports execution of cross-functional projects for Nvidia and its ODM partners, helping ensure alignment, accountability, and delivery of key customer commitments across PCS and DCBU. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Project Management - NVIDIA, this role coordinates project plans, tracks milestones, manages risks, and drives follow-through across internal teams to support customer priorities and account growth. In the near term, the role will focus on strengthening internal execution, improving issue resolution, and enhancing coordination across the organization in support of Nvidia-related commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project management for Nvidia and ODM partner initiatives, ensuring execution of key customer commitments and cross-functional deliverables
• Coordinate day-to-day execution of internal initiatives supporting customer delivery, including milestone tracking, action management, and issue follow-up
• Partner with the Director of Strategic Project Management and stakeholders across PCS and DCBU to maintain alignment on priorities and timelines
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, dependencies, risks, and escalation trackers for priority workstreams
• Coordinate with Product Line Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Customer Experience, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other teams to drive deliverables and resolve issues
• Identify risks, dependencies, and execution challenges early, and escalate appropriately to support timely resolution
• Prepare project updates, status reports, dashboards, presentations, and meeting materials for leadership review
• Contribute to process improvements that increase visibility, streamline communication, and strengthen execution
• Build strong cross-functional relationships across the Optical Communications organization to support collaboration and timely decision-making

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in project management, program management, business operations, or a related role within a matrixed organization
• Proven experience coordinating cross-functional execution for strategic customers or high-priority initiatives
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; comfortable working across global teams and time zones
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and drive timely resolution of issues
• Positive Demeanor: can-do attitude, resilient, capable of motivating others during daily duties.

Desired Experiences

• MBA preferred
• 5+ years of experience in DC, or OCS/OFC, with the ability to navigate internal processes effectively and a strong understanding of DC products and applications.
• Strong execution focus, attention to detail, and follow-through + ability to manage multiple priorities and bring structure to complex workstreams
• Experience supporting strategic customer accounts and customer-related deliverables

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is$101,623.00-$139,732.00 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.

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.

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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] .