Manager, Corporate Development

Requisition Number: 71645

 

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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.  

 

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
•  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Role Purpose

Corning Incorporated (GLW) seeks a highly qualified candidate for the position of Manager, Corporate Development. GLW’s Corporate Development team works closely with GLW’s management team and Market Access Platform (MAP) leaders and is responsible for identifying inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions, investments, or joint ventures. The team sources, evaluates, and executes transactions that are aligned with GLW’s strategic priorities and drive significant long-term value for the company.

The foundational work of the team involves developing market insights through strong internal and external relationships to identify attractive M&A and investment opportunities. Opportunities are assessed based on rigorous investment criteria and evaluation by internal stakeholders. Members of the team will identify and evaluate opportunities, support pipeline management, and drive internal alignment on strategic fit and integration planning. The team works collaboratively across all functions and business units at GLW.

This position is an exciting and challenging role with significant executive exposure. It offers unique opportunities at Corning. 

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Corporate Strategy, MAP Strategy and Business Development Leads, and other internal stakeholders to continuously refine the major strategic themes that guide GLW’s inorganic strategy
• Construct business case and prepare detailed valuation models for potential transactions
• Prepare presentations which outline the strategic rationale for transactions
• Participate in cross functional due diligence process and provide project management from due diligence through conclusion/signing.
• Present business cases and analytics to senior management to gain approval
• Research and analyze secondary market research to provide support for corporate development, strategic, and possible M&A activities
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across GLW to facilitate discovery of opportunities and alignment on projects
• Manage and facilitate post-merger integration activities to ensure successful transaction outcomes

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3 years of investment banking, corporate development (M&A), strategy consulting, or corporate strategy experience
• Experience evaluating inorganic growth opportunities, including identifying key strategic themes and building financial models and presentations
• Strategic, quantitative and financial modelling skills, including the ability to structure the rationale for M&A recommendations with data and perform valuation analysis
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and PowerPoint
• Data savvy with the abil