Optical Fiber and Cable Data Management Organization Manager

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Requisition Number: 78258 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. The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide. Role Purpose Lead the Global OFC Data Maintenance Organization (DMO), ensuring accurate, consistent, and well-governed data across manufacturing and digital processes. Partner with global DMO, manufacturing strategy, and business teams to strengthen data standards, policies, systems, and metrics that support operational excellence and a strong customer experience. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead execution of the Global OFC DMO strategy in alignment with global data and manufacturing excellence standards. Create, maintain, and improve data standards, governance processes, and policies for manufacturing, supply chain, and digital operations. Partner with global and regional DMO teams, business data stewards, and site stakeholders to drive consistent master data practices. Monitor data quality through audits, compliance reviews, metrics, and reporting. Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen data accuracy, consistency, completeness, and operational performance. Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, controls, and reporting across manufacturing sites. Provide leadership and direction to direct and matrixed OFC DMO team members. Support SAP-related initiatives, manufacturing transformation, and digital optimization projects. Recommend process, technology, infrastructure, and governance improvements that support manufacturing and commercial goals. Experience /Education Required Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, operations, data management, data governance, or a related field. Experience with SAP ERP systems and enterprise data management processes. Experience leading cross-functional projects, improvement initiatives, or change efforts. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to use metrics, reporting, and governance processes to monitor performance and drive improvements. Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills. Working knowledge of SAP tools such as MM, BW, Workflow, reporting, queries, data tables, and mass maintenance functionality. Experience /Education Preferred MBA, APICS certification, or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Experience in global manufacturing environments. Spanish language proficiency; additional language skills are a plus. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Customer-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and data quality. Travel Requirements Travel up to 20% within the Americas, including manufacturing facilities in Keller, TX, Hickory, NC, and Reynosa, Mexico. Occasional international travel may be required. This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $126,898.00 - $174,486.00 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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