Competitive Intelligence Manager

Requisition Number: 70088

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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. 

As a leading developer, manufacturer, and global supplier of scientific laboratory products for 100 years, Corning’s Life Sciences segment collaborates with researchers seeking new approaches to increase efficiencies, reduce costs and compress timelines in the drug discovery process. Using unique expertise in the fields of materials science, surface science, optics, biochemistry and biology, the segment provides innovative solutions that improve productivity and enable breakthrough discoveries.

Scope of Position

As part of Corning Life Sciences’ Strategy and Market Intelligence group, this role focuses on customer and competitor intelligence for the Life Sciences business. Collaborating with global stakeholders, the position delivers insights to inform strategic decisions and initiatives. Additional responsibilities may include market intelligence, strategic planning, and external development projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an updated perspective of CLS’s competitive position across products, geographies, and markets, considering sales, product portfolio, strategic direction, and operational capabilities.
• Analyze key competitors’ business performance, including financials, strategic actions, and potential new entrants to develop actionable insights.
• Create forward-looking models to predict competitive positioning for business planning.
• Develop competitive scenarios using game theory for critical business decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to conduct competitive product assessments.
• Identify business opportunities based on competitive insights.
• Provide periodic updates on competitive perspectives to support business planning.
• Prepare dashboards, presentations, and models to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Conduct primary and secondary research on existing or new business initiatives.
• Participate in the completion of specific projects and programs.
• Lead and develop direct reports and establish culture of high performance.
  
  

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, biological sciences, Engineering, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Proven experience in market research, strategic planning, or program/project management.
• Strong analytical abilities and experience in quantitative and qualitative business analysis.
• Familiarity with Life Sciences, medical devices, or diagnostics industries preferred.
• Advanced communication, analytical, and technical skills.
• Ability to apply technical and market expertise to achieve business results.
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $177,786.00 - $244,457.00 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. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

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, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• 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.    
• 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 peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 
  
  

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com .