Business Manager

Business Manager

** Date:
** Apr 17, 2026

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* Location:

** Corning, NY, US, 14831

** Company:
** Corning

Requisition Number: 74305

** 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. 

Corning's businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:

+ Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

+ Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

+ Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

+ Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

+ Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

+ Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

** Why This Role Matters*
* Corning Bendable Glass (CBG) is a strategic growth platform within Corning's Gorilla Glass business, enabling next‑generation device form factors for the world's leading OEMs. As Business Manager, you will own the
** commercial success and scaling
** of the Bendable Glass product line, setting customer and product strategy, driving execution from development through ramp, and translating breakthrough technology into sustained revenue and profit.

This role has end‑to‑end ownership of the business, deep engagement with global customers, and direct responsibility for product direction, pricing, investment decisions, and overall P&L performance.

** What You Will Do*
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** Lead the Bendable Glass product lines** , with full accountability for commercial strategy, execution, and results

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** Deliver product line plans
** clearly articulating the market environment, competitive position, differentiation strategy, technology roadmap, manufacturing capabilities, and financial outcomes

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** Set customer and product strategy** , including product line planning, roadmaps, and design‑in wins at strategic OEMs in partnership with account teams

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** Drive product development, launch, and scale‑up** , collaborating with research, development, engineering, manufacturing, and account teams

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** Own commercial execution** , including pricing strategy, quoting, customer negotiations, and P&L performance in consultation with cross-functional roles

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** Interface directly with global customers and account teams
** across Asia and the U.S. to accelerate market adoption

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** Oversee financials, governance, legal, and supply chain work streams
** to ensure disciplined execution

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** Track critical milestones, drive cost improvement initiatives, and product line performance*
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** Communicate clearly and effectively
** with senior leadership and key stakeholders on progress, risks, and opportunities

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** Lead and develop a high‑performing team** , including assistant product line managers, through coaching and mentorship

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** Represent at industry events and conferences** , influencing customers and partners at all levels

** Qualifications*
* + Bachelors degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred

+ Significant experience in commercial and product management roles; materials, glass, or high‑tech manufacturing preferred

+ Demonstrated success leading product development and commercialization programs

+ Experience managing global customers and cross‑regional teams

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