CPT Supply Chain Lead Jobs
Supply Chain Lead CPT jobs let F-1 students apply procurement, logistics, and vendor management skills in a credited work setting. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must integrate directly with your degree program's learning objectives, typically documented through a job offer letter and course enrollment.
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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 Lead CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Supply Chain Lead role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the role directly integrates with your degree program's curriculum. For supply chain management, logistics, or business students, a Supply Chain Lead position typically qualifies because it applies coursework in procurement, operations, and vendor management. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring your offer letter and a written explanation of how the duties connect to your program.
Can I work as a Supply Chain Lead on part-time CPT?
Part-time CPT is authorized for 20 hours per week or fewer and does not affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT, which covers more than 20 hours per week, used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. For a Supply Chain Lead role with project leadership responsibilities, confirm with your DSO whether the employer's expected hours fall under the part-time threshold.
How do I find Supply Chain Lead jobs that accept CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to find Supply Chain Lead employers with a history of hiring F-1 students on CPT and other work authorizations. Many supply chain roles in manufacturing, retail, and logistics explicitly accommodate CPT, but that's rarely stated in the job posting, filtering by employer authorization history saves time and targets companies already familiar with the process.
What documents does my employer need to verify my CPT authorization?
Your employer needs your I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsed on page two, showing the specific employer name, authorized dates, and whether the authorization is part-time or full-time. The employer name on the I-20 must match the hiring entity exactly. Bring your passport and any additional identity documents required for I-9 verification on or before your first day.
Can a Supply Chain Lead CPT role lead to H-1B sponsorship after graduation?
CPT itself doesn't create a sponsorship obligation, but it does give you a pathway to demonstrate your value before the H-1B lottery. Supply chain management falls under specialty occupation for H-1B visa purposes when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers who already understand your authorization background from CPT are often more willing to navigate sponsorship than employers hiring you for the first time.