CPT Supply Chain Director Jobs
Supply Chain Director roles sit at the strategic intersection of operations, procurement, and logistics, making them a strong CPT fit for graduate students in supply chain management, operations research, or MBA programs. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly integrate with your degree curriculum.
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Responsible for assuring the continuous supply of direct and indirect material and services to support local and brand based goals. Minimize the total landed cost of material, optimize company’s cash flow through Strategic Sourcing Initiatives.
Principle Duties (includes, but is not limited to):
- Evaluates and acts upon the MRP requirements and Kanban levels for all direct material items. Generates and adjusts purchase orders to support production schedules. Effectively communicates areas of concern to appropriate departments, individuals and/or suppliers. Inputs, maintains, and adjusts records or transactions to ensure system validity
- Effectively communicates forecasted requirements to external suppliers
- Maintains department ‘MDI’ board driving improvements in S,Q,D,C,G
- Drives increased inventory turns and improved customer OTD by developing, implementing and managing pull-based material replenishment processes, including, but not limited to Kanban cards, vendor managed inventory and supplier consignments
- Support resourcing and out-sourcing projects by proactively planning materials to ensure uninterrupted flow of product to customers as required
- Working with Crane Supply Chain in the review, development and creation of new and existing suppliers
- Negotiating pricing by leveraging manufacturing techniques, volume buys/blanket orders, tooling vs machining, etc.
- Evaluating using catalogue and alternate parts to increase product rationalization and drive productivity improvements
- Consistent with Crane’s Operational Excellence focus, participates in Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events that will eliminate waste and result in significant benefits (Growth, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) throughout the Supply Chain
- Promotes a spirit of cooperation throughout the supply chain to insure responsiveness to the customer
- Participate in quality improvements as per IATF 16949 2016 to ensure completed toll gates for DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and Process Capability studies for in house processes
- Ensure requirements of relevant standards like ISO 9001-2015, etc. are being consistently met and improved.
Essential Qualifications / Experience:
- In progress of achieving bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Excellent analytical, problem solving/decision making skills; ability to make timely, effective, fact-based decisions
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft office suite software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to perform and produce results in multifunctional teams in a dynamic work environment
- Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships and influence up, down, and across organizational lines
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Experience working with suppliers from low-cost regions (India, China, Eastern Europe, Etc.)
- Experience implementing lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc)
- Knowledge and use of ERP systems
- Knowledge of supplier performance management practices, including supplier scorecards and performance metrics
EOE/Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled
Salary range: $25.00 hourly. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Position Summary:
Responsible for assuring the continuous supply of direct and indirect material and services to support local and brand based goals. Minimize the total landed cost of material, optimize company’s cash flow through Strategic Sourcing Initiatives.
Principle Duties (includes, but is not limited to):
- Evaluates and acts upon the MRP requirements and Kanban levels for all direct material items. Generates and adjusts purchase orders to support production schedules. Effectively communicates areas of concern to appropriate departments, individuals and/or suppliers. Inputs, maintains, and adjusts records or transactions to ensure system validity
- Effectively communicates forecasted requirements to external suppliers
- Maintains department ‘MDI’ board driving improvements in S,Q,D,C,G
- Drives increased inventory turns and improved customer OTD by developing, implementing and managing pull-based material replenishment processes, including, but not limited to Kanban cards, vendor managed inventory and supplier consignments
- Support resourcing and out-sourcing projects by proactively planning materials to ensure uninterrupted flow of product to customers as required
- Working with Crane Supply Chain in the review, development and creation of new and existing suppliers
- Negotiating pricing by leveraging manufacturing techniques, volume buys/blanket orders, tooling vs machining, etc.
- Evaluating using catalogue and alternate parts to increase product rationalization and drive productivity improvements
- Consistent with Crane’s Operational Excellence focus, participates in Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events that will eliminate waste and result in significant benefits (Growth, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) throughout the Supply Chain
- Promotes a spirit of cooperation throughout the supply chain to insure responsiveness to the customer
- Participate in quality improvements as per IATF 16949 2016 to ensure completed toll gates for DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and Process Capability studies for in house processes
- Ensure requirements of relevant standards like ISO 9001-2015, etc. are being consistently met and improved.
Essential Qualifications / Experience:
- In progress of achieving bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Excellent analytical, problem solving/decision making skills; ability to make timely, effective, fact-based decisions
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft office suite software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to perform and produce results in multifunctional teams in a dynamic work environment
- Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships and influence up, down, and across organizational lines
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Experience working with suppliers from low-cost regions (India, China, Eastern Europe, Etc.)
- Experience implementing lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc)
- Knowledge and use of ERP systems
- Knowledge of supplier performance management practices, including supplier scorecards and performance metrics
EOE/Women/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled
Salary range: $25.00 hourly. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsSupply Chain Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Supply Chain Director role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your graduate program includes coursework in supply chain strategy, operations management, or procurement that directly maps to the job responsibilities. Your DSO will evaluate whether the position integrates with your curriculum, roles focused on vendor management, logistics optimization, or demand planning for graduate students in operations or MBA programs typically qualify.
Can I do CPT for a Supply Chain Director role at a company that doesn't typically hire interns?
CPT authorization doesn't require the employer to have a formal internship program. What matters is that the role is integral to your curriculum and your school approves it. Director-level CPT placements are more common in graduate programs than undergrad, especially in MBA and supply chain MS programs where practicum work is built into the degree structure.
How do I find Supply Chain Director CPT jobs with employers who sponsor visas long-term?
Use Migrate Mate to search Supply Chain Director roles filtered by employers with sponsorship history. Companies that have filed LCAs or PERM applications for supply chain positions in the past are your most realistic path to long-term work authorization after your CPT and OPT periods end.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the Supply Chain Director role changes scope mid-engagement?
CPT authorization is specific to the job description your DSO approved. If your responsibilities shift significantly, for example, from domestic logistics to global procurement strategy, you'll need to update your DSO and potentially get a new I-20 reflecting the revised role. Failing to update authorization can create compliance issues for both you and your school.
Does full-time CPT as a Supply Chain Director affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your standard OPT eligibility entirely. If your CPT engagement as a Supply Chain Director runs more than 12 cumulative full-time months, you won't have OPT available after graduation. Part-time CPT doesn't count toward that threshold, so structure your engagement carefully with your DSO before committing to a full-time start date.