Returnable Packaging Planner

Role Purpose

The purpose of this position is to further develop, implement, and expand a standardized packaging material return program with a rigorous process to include governance, guidelines to address customer‑specific needs, and optimization of logistics, as well as material consumption for Corning materials. The Returnable Packaging Planner will manage all aspects of reel returns (steel reel primary focus) and future state of other packaging materials (totes, spools, etc.),

as well as support the recycling/reuse program starting in North America and expanding to Europe.

• Coordinate the end‑to‑end return program, including recycling and inventory, by partnering with commercial teams, customer sites, logistics carriers, warehousing partners, plant planning, procurement, quality, engineering, packaging, and finance.
• Track program deliverables, inventory, and business metrics, while identifying and driving improvements that reduce cost and enhance sustainability performance.
• Communicate key program KPIs and progress updates to leadership on a monthly basis.
• Maintain accurate all‑in cost data for new versus returned reels, identify efficiency opportunities, and manage project cost tracking through Power BI.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize customer‑facing documentation, training materials, and internal communication tools to support program guidelines and return processes.
• Establish standard processes to improve planning and purchasing visibility for off‑site inventory located at customer sites, in transit, and at 3PL warehouses.
• Expand the return program by identifying new customer opportunities, strengthening customer relationships, optimizing transportation and warehousing costs, maintaining quality standards, and sharing best practices across divisions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, procurement or packaging/engineering roles.
• Familiarity with packaging, supply chain, and logistics processes.
• Data analysis and visualization experience.
• Experience in project management in leading projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience analyzing and using historical data to determine optimum solutions.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency.

• SAP proficiency.
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $71,930.00 - $98,904.00 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.

Corning offers you the total package.

• 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.

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 a reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at