Supply Chain Distribution Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Corning Incorporated is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain, logistics, warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations. The role focuses on safety, quality, cost, service, and delivery with both strategic planning and hands-on execution.

The ideal candidate will optimize inventory accuracy, support SIOP and capacity planning, and drive continuous improvement with a focus on safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive supply chain, logistics, warehouse, distribution, inventory, or operations experience.
• Experience leading teams and coaching employees.
• Experience developing and managing operational KPIs and scorecards.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics execution.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP/WMS and Excel; strong analytical and cross-functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain, logistics, warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations.
• Define and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with demand management, forecasting, product lines, operations, and procurement.
• Manage inbound/outbound logistics, freight coordination, and 3PL partnerships.
• Optimize layouts, space utilization, and material flow for efficiency.
• Develop and maintain inventory plans, KPIs, cycle counts, and audits.
• Identify root causes of performance gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Utilize ERP, MRP, WMS, Excel for data management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP/WMS

Excel

3PL coordination

Job description

Requisition Number: 76918

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.

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.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager collaboratively leads end-to-end supply chain, logistics, warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations to deliver strong performance across safety, quality, cost, service, and delivery. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to ensure efficient material flow from suppliers through internal storage and outbound fulfillment to domestic and international customers.

The ideal candidate is an analytical, results-driven leader who can develop operating plans, improve inventory accuracy, optimize warehouse performance, support SIOP and capacity planning, with focus on safety, continuous improvement, customer service, and cost effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, shipping, receiving, optical fiber inventory, warehouse operations, and distribution to ensure accurate, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
• Define and execute supply chain and operating strategies aligned with business, commercial, and divisional objectives.
• Partner with demand management, commercial forecasting, product line, operations, logistics, procurement, and customer-facing teams to support SIOP, operating plans, and long-term capacity planning.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including freight coordination, product dispatch, shipping/receiving execution, and order fulfillment with our 3PL partners.
• Optimize flow layouts, space utilization, storage methods, picking/packing, and material flow to improve velocity and operational efficiency.
• Develop and maintain inventory plans, scorecards, KPIs, cycle counts, audits, and control processes that improve accuracy, turns, service levels, and cost performance.
• Identify root causes of delivery, inventory, and warehouse performance gaps and lead corrective actions to reduce risk and meet operating targets.
• Utilize ERP, MRP, WMS, Excel, and inventory tracking tools to manage shipping, receiving, order, warehouse, and inventory data.
• Lead, coach, schedule, train, and develop warehouse, logistics, distribution, inventory, and supply chain personnel.
• Ensure policies, procedures, standard work, safety protocols, facility security, regulatory compliance, and equipment maintenance practices are followed.
• Communicate performance, initiatives, opportunities, changes, risks, and corrective actions clearly to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered where appropriate.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive supply chain, logistics, warehouse, distribution, inventory, or operations experience across multiple supply chain disciplines.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, direct, develop employees and collaborate.
• Experience developing and managing operational KPIs, performance scorecards, continuous improvement plans, and project deliverables.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics execution, freight coordination, and customer fulfillment.
• ERP/MRP/WMS and Microsoft Excel proficiency, with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, negotiation, and cross-functional project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS certification such as CPIM or CSCP.
• Experience with distribution center start-up, expansion, relocation, or warehouse network optimization.
• Experience supporting SIOP, demand planning, capacity planning, commercial launches, or international distribution.
• Experience applying JIT, VMI, cycle counting, root-cause analysis, or other inventory control and continuous improvement tools.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $135,540.00 - $186,368.00 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.

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] .