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Regional Supply Chain Process Specialist

Corning Incorporated • Hickory, NC • 9h ago

Date: Apr 24, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US, 28601

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 74669

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.

Role Purpose

The Regional Supply Chain Process Analyst is responsible for identifying, leading, and implementing initiatives that support OFC supply chain objectives, with a strong emphasis on process standardization, digitization, and continuous improvement. This role partners closely with Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to map processes, improve data visibility, and deliver scalable, sustainable solutions. Key accountabilities include KPI reporting, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze, document, and maintain supply chain process maps.

Drive regional process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify and promote SAP best practices across plants and teams.

Collaborate with Operations, Finance, customers, and suppliers to develop new supply chain capabilities.

Balance short-term corrective actions with long-term, sustainable process improvements.

Develop reports, dashboards, tools, and advanced analytics to improve visibility, decision-making, and establish a single source of truth.

Build end-to-end solutions supporting forecasting, demand planning, sourcing, order management, commit processes, and end-user adoption through training.

Experience and Education - Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field

Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain planning

Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, including demand, supply, capacity, and inventory management

Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP ECC and APO preferred)

Familiarity with MES systems

Desired Skills:

Proven analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience influencing across functions and levels without direct authority

Experience with change management and adaptability in dynamic environments

Experience delivering supply chain process improvements

Advanced proficiency in Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Power BI

APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $82,207.00 - $113,035.00 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.

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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.

Nearest Major Market: Hickory

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