Sr. Specialist, Transportation Execution

Requisition Number: 67286

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

The Global Supply Management (GSM) Function is recognized as a critical function for business success. It delivers the training, tools and opportunities needed to create innovative solutions for the function & the corporation. GSM has leading edge, effective processes to anticipate and exceed customer requirements.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Transportation Execution:

Book, confirm, and schedule shipments with Corning logistics providers

Daily data entry of milestones and updates for all Corning global ocean and air shipments

Provide track and trace support or escalation support across all modes of transportation: ocean, air, truck, parcel, rail

Manage daily Hot List of critical shipments; communicate updates to key stakeholders

Input and manage key transportation transactional data in ERP system (ex: transit times, order close outs, etc.)

Ensure logistics procedures are being followed throughout the shipment process

Participate and/or host daily/weekly/monthly operational review meetings

Submit air freight approvals (PTAs)

Exception Management:

Drive Routing Guide compliance through proactive engagement and audits

Submit and management carrier spot quotes as needed

Manage weekly and monthly freight payment exception management

Ad hoc:

Ownership of site-specific or division-specific logistics management (ex: reel returns)

Support Trade Compliance processes (ex: documentation handoff)

Host site-specific logistics training

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, logistics, supply chain management, data analytics, or relevant field of study

1-3 years logistics experience preferred

Required Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Communication skills for working with stakeholders, across functions, countries and cultures, both internally and externally

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Demonstrates time management and prioritization skills

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