Global Planning Manager

Global Planning ManagerDate: Sep 17, 2026Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216 McAllen, TX, US, 78501 Keller, TX, US, 76248Company: CorningRequisition Number: 77833The 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.Role PurposeThe 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. This role leads a team of product planners with support from global planning leads. The GPM ensures optimized use of global capacities and capabilities to maximize service levels to our customers and capture new opportunities. The manager will work closely with the applicable functions to optimize operations, maintain alignment to global supply strategies, mitigate risks, and meet product line objectives servicing multiple accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesLead 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.Provide regular updates to global supply chain stakeholders, weekly Product Overviews, present strategies in five-year plans, and lead customer business reviews and supply chain planning efforts.Represent all Supply Chain functions within Product Team structure to drive alignment between supply chain capabilities and business objectives.Required EducationBachelor's degree in SC, 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 ExperiencesMBA or Master's degree Professional certification in supply chain management, operations, or engineering (APICS, PMP, Six Sigma)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. 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