CPO Commercial Technology Manager

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For our location inBerlin Germany we are looking for a

CPO Commercial Technology Manager (m/f/d)

Role Purpose

The CPO Commercial Technology Manager is responsible for establishing a deep understanding of the application and technology trends of our target market and ensuring that our product process and commercial strategies are appropriately aligned. This position requires in-depth knowledge of optoelectronic designs/challenges and frequent engagements with subject matter experts at our key customers and partners. The role is part of Photonic Connectivity Solutions Business Team and global in scope with a primary focus on the wider EMEA region.

Location:Berlin

Travel Requirements:Up to25% international

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of current and future market needs in terms of applications and technologies in the context of a rapidly evolving technology market and competitive framework (including the threat of new technology substitutions).
• Participate in mapping out market trends and technology roadmaps and from there identify key gaps and recommendations both in terms of technology capabilities and new products.
• Establish ongoing and trusting relationships with technical counterparts amongst our primary customers and partners within the CPO ecosystem.
• Actively participate and contribute where needed in relevant standards and industry forums with the goal of establishing Corning as a strong player in the areas of Silicon Photonics and other CPO-relevant technologies.
• Work closely with PLM in estimating Cornings addressable market and share potential in CPO.
• In close collaboration with PLM and Marketing help refine our value proposition in the context of a deep understanding of the applications and use cases of our CPO solutions.
• Support PLM Technology Research Sales and Marketing teams as a commercial technology SME throughout the lifecycle of all our CPO solutions.

Required Experience/Education:

• Masters or Doctorate Degree in Engineering Applied Science or equivalent fields.
• 10 years of experience in a technology or product development function in a technical/OEM setting.
• Experience in managing complex projects and leading multi-functional teams in a fast-paced competitive environment.
• Experience in directly or indirectly leading a team of technology and product developers.

Required Skills:

• Deep understanding of optics glass as a material optical fiber properties and Silicon Photonics.
• Ability to determine addressable markets based on market data and technology architecture insights.
• Understands impact of technology and product-related decisions to the market adoption and product line revenues.
• Understands competitive positioning capability gaps and required roadmaps.
• Ease with frequent customer engagements at a technical level comprehend technical needs and convey effective value propositions.
• Ability to collaborate across functional boundaries to solve problems and develop solutions.
• Ability to mobilize and influence people within and outside the organization to meet objectives.
• Proven ability to self-manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an efficient focused manner.
• Fluency in English with excellent verbal/written communications skills and clarity in presentations.
• Ability to garner trust and lead collaborative work efforts both internally & externally across multiple time zones.

Desired Skills:

• MBA or equivalent demonstrated experience (i.e. extensive experience in business).
• Work experience in PLM Manufacturing and/or Product Development in a fast paced OEM context.
• International perspective and business work experience.
• Participation in or leadership of multicultural and/or multi-geographic project.