Sr. Manager, Logistics, Solar

Location: Hemlock

Sr. Manager, Logistics, Solar

** Date:
** Jul 16, 2026

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* Location:

** Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

** Company:
** Corning

Requisition Number: 76467

** 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 Solar business delivers industry leading, U.S.

-made solar components. We manufacture hyper-pure polysilicon, high-quality solar wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, leveraging our leadership in advanced manufacturing to serve growing energy demand. You will be a part of advancing critical U.S. supply chains and delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers.

** Scope of Position*
* The Sr. Manager, Logistics, Solar develops and executes global logistics strategies for the Solar business, providing leadership across freight, warehousing, distribution, trade compliance, duty and tariff management, and third-party logistics operations to improve quality, cost, delivery, and service performance.

This leader partners with cross-functional teams and Logistics Centers of Excellence to optimize operations, support growth, and drive supply chain performance across a global, matrixed organization.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Logistics Strategy & Network Design*
* + Develop and execute global logistics strategies aligned with business objectives and growth needs.

+ Partner with division leadership to optimize the global logistics network.

+ Define long-term network strategies to support future business requirements.

+ Lead warehousing and distribution planning based on demand forecasts.

+ Support landed cost modeling to improve supply chain decisions.

** Operations & Supply Chain Execution*
* + Provide leadership to plant logistics teams and third-party providers.

+ Establish governance and audit logistics procedures with the Logistics Center of Excellence.

+ Ensure safe, compliant, and effective logistics execution.

+ Maintain service reliability, inventory flow, and customer satisfaction.

** Commercial & Cost Leadership*
* + Manage third-party provider relationships, contracts, and performance.

+ Own logistics budgets, spend management, and reporting.

+ Lead cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

+ Drive ROI-based cost optimization programs.

** Technology, Analytics & Continuous Improvement*
* + Lead logistics digital transformation, including visibility, scheduling, analytics, and automation.

+ Support enterprise initiatives that drive standardization and operational excellence.

+ Enhance logistics capabilities through systems, data, and digital tools.

** Talent & Capability Development*
* + Build and develop a high-performing logistics organization.

+ Support talent acquisition, succession planning, and capability development.

+ Ensure effective development plans for logistics team members.

+ Champion employee engagement and retention.

** Required

Education and Experience *
* + Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.

+ Minimum 10 years of experience in global logistics, including freight, warehousing, and/or trade compliance operations.

+ Experience managing and optimizing third-party logistics providers and logistics networks.

+ Experience scaling logistics operations to support business growth.

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Experience with ERP, TMS, and WMS systems.

+ Strong financial management and spend control experience.

+ Proven leadership and matrix-management capabilities.

+ Experience working within a global organization and collaborating across regions.

+ Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

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