Requisition Number: 66264 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. The role of Specialist, Transportation Execution will be a vital part of a global team responsible for ensuring smooth and timely logistics support of all Corning shipments.  This role covers all modes of transportation for all Corning divisions, providing global coverage.  This role will provide management and support of all transportation related activities, with a primary function of completing real-time data entry of ocean and air shipment milestones for accurate tracking.  This role will contribute to logistics operational excellence, mitigate impacts from supply chain disruptions, and drive adherence to Corning logistics policies.  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 3-7 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