Trade & Compliance Manager, OFC

Role Purpose

The Global Policy & Trade Manager supports Corning’s Government Affairs office with policy/advocacy strategies aligned with OFC and COC’s business strategy and objectives. This position is a critical input for fiber and cable capacity planning. This position requires an in-depth understanding of applicable Federal, State and Local laws, policy research and monitoring, and review of internal and external reports to provide input to OFC’s capacity decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• In partnership with Corning GA (Government Affairs), serves as the voice of the business to help inform policy, advocacy, and trade strategy in support of business objectives

• Represents OFC at COC+GA Federal and Global Team meetings as the primary OFC internal point of contact for business input on government affairs activities across the business

• Prepare and present to Corning’s Risk Council as required

• Support GA-led engagement strategies by, leveraging Corning’s market analysis and industry knowledge

• Contribute business input to the development of clear and concise communications developed by GA for state agencies and legislators, as well as executives, senior management and key internal partners

• Review, edit, and finalize reports and other documents needed by corporate Government Affairs team

• Lead business input to support the process and strategic direction of international trade-related cases and verification process

• Coordinating with Business Intelligence and Government Affairs teams, identify markets where Corning should protect its investments and develop action plans for the business

• Assess OFC supply chain changes and advise leaders on risks and opportunities.

• Monitor global trade and policy developments and translate impacts for leadership.

• Guide project teams on compliance and risk for products, technologies, manufacturing, and global trade activities.

• Support Legal with government audits, inquiries, and information requests.

• Track tariff and duty changes and quantify business impacts for leadership.

• Partner with supply chain and PLM teams to ensure regional compliance documentation and traceability is met.

• Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Relevant experience in government affairs, public policy, regulatory affairs, international trade, external affairs, supply chain, or a related corporate/business-facing role

• Direct experience supporting business objectives through government affairs, policy analysis, legislative/regulatory monitoring, or advocacy efforts

• Experience with trade-related cases, tariffs, duties, import/export policy, or global trade developments and their impact on business operations

• Ability to connect policy and trade developments to business strategy, capacity planning, supply chain changes, investment protection, and risk management

• Proven ability to work across Government Affairs, Legal, Supply Chain, PLM, Business Intelligence, and senior leadership to drive aligned decisions

• Strong written/verbal communication, executive presentation ability, stakeholder influence skills, and the analytical capability to assess risks/opportunities and translate them into actionable recommendations

• This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

• The range for this position is $147,188.00 - $202,384.00 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.

• A job that shapes a life.

• Corning offers you the total package.

• Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• 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 disabili