E-3 Visa Inventory Specialist Jobs
Inventory Specialist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can pursue U.S. roles year-round with predictable timelines and indefinite renewals.
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Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
The Inventory Specialist function is a critical component of Smith+Nephew’s overall US Supply Chain strategy. We are the last mile and the difference between success and failure in thousands of hospitals and surgery centers each day, where our customers are helping their patients improve their lives. It can and will be stressful, but it is rewarding knowing that you played a critical part in the positive outcome for a patient whose life is being restored through our products. You are responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records of products as they flow through the territory. Accountability of products missing from sets is crucial to ensure proper billings. You will be responsible for case coverage, inventory management, and analyzing data.
Inventory Specialist is an on-site member of the Logistics Team in a territory sales office(s). This role is responsible for managing and implementing company inventory and asset management policies and procedures for territory and/or area level. This includes maximizing asset utilization and minimizing inventory/instrument investment as well as maintaining accurate records of product placements. This role is responsible for coordinating surgery schedules, preparing and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of instruments and implants sets for surgery. Good working knowledge of company products, operating system, and procedures is critical.
What will you be doing? (includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.)
- Performs work duties accomplishing daily goals, including but not limited to, the picking of Finished Goods, packing of Finished Goods, maintaining inventory accuracy, sourcing cases, and overcommunication to the sales reps.
- Manage inventory levels across the sales district, ensuring the right quantities are in the right place. Additionally, you will manage the quality of our products in the field.
- Ensure all product recall activity is performed immediately to ensure compliance to all required. Coordinate with Quality and Regulatory to ensure verify and ensure all compliance procedures are followed.
- Ensure consignment locations have valid consignment agreements and/or custody cards as required. Perform Field Cycle Counts as required.
- Coordinate and participate in territory physical inventories ensure all preparation guidelines are performed, conduct counts, and perform required physical inventory reconciliation. Ensure minimal location/account variances and ensure adjustments (positive/negative) meet established company variance percentages and dollar amounts.
- Perform field location/account visits/reviews to ensure consigned inventory instruments and implants are verified with account and ensure after reviews that instrument sets and implant inventory levels are correct and adjusted accordingly. Reconciliation variances should be addressed with the appropriate sales representative(s) and management.
- Perform IAP validations semi-annually and ensure all required adjustments are performed to maintain accurate IAP records.
- Analyze inventory asset levels to maximize utilization and to provide improved sales performance providing recommendations and executing appropriate strategies. Perform Instrument and implant utilization analysis to identify opportunities, inventory efficiencies with sales management and sales force. Ensure compliance of company asset utilization goals and objectives.
- Partner with the sales management team, sales force and logistics management to ensure excellent sales support.
- Perform period, quarterly and annual product reporting to provide guidance for set and inventory deployments.
- Perform analysis/reporting affecting all P&L related territory and/or area operations (i.e. Stock Withdrawal budget, freight analysis, courier usage, etc.).
- Process all required order entry as directed to maintain and manage scheduled surgery cases on a daily basis.
- Perform MOVE system reviews with Field Logistics Specialist to ensure excellent sales product support for surgeries and assess Kit utilization to ensure maximum utilization.
- Required to perform on call support as required.
- Must be able to understand and perform the functions and procedures pertaining to the efficient operation of warehousing.
- Perform daily/period freight activity reviews on all FedEx and courier usage to ensure costing is correct and most economical. Determine and ensure the least cost method of providing product to customer is performed. This includes Mobile vans, Courier, and freight utilization is being monitored and reviewed each period.
- Must be willing to learn our software Systems such as Move Medical and SAP used on a daily basis.
- Must be able to train and direct other personnel in their duties, both clerical and physical.
What will you need to be successful?
Education:
- High school Diploma or equivalency required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in a related field, e.g. Operations, Logistics, Business Analyst, Business Consultant
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift 75 lbs. Standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling commonly occurring for long periods of time
Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Driver's License with clean record
Other:
- Standout Colleague: Be available for occasional on-call shift, work within a team, taking charge when needed, and be comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Inclusion and Belonging ​- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website
- Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement.
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
- Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship.
- Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
INTRODUCTION
Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
The Inventory Specialist function is a critical component of Smith+Nephew’s overall US Supply Chain strategy. We are the last mile and the difference between success and failure in thousands of hospitals and surgery centers each day, where our customers are helping their patients improve their lives. It can and will be stressful, but it is rewarding knowing that you played a critical part in the positive outcome for a patient whose life is being restored through our products. You are responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records of products as they flow through the territory. Accountability of products missing from sets is crucial to ensure proper billings. You will be responsible for case coverage, inventory management, and analyzing data.
Inventory Specialist is an on-site member of the Logistics Team in a territory sales office(s). This role is responsible for managing and implementing company inventory and asset management policies and procedures for territory and/or area level. This includes maximizing asset utilization and minimizing inventory/instrument investment as well as maintaining accurate records of product placements. This role is responsible for coordinating surgery schedules, preparing and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of instruments and implants sets for surgery. Good working knowledge of company products, operating system, and procedures is critical.
What will you be doing? (includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.)
- Performs work duties accomplishing daily goals, including but not limited to, the picking of Finished Goods, packing of Finished Goods, maintaining inventory accuracy, sourcing cases, and overcommunication to the sales reps.
- Manage inventory levels across the sales district, ensuring the right quantities are in the right place. Additionally, you will manage the quality of our products in the field.
- Ensure all product recall activity is performed immediately to ensure compliance to all required. Coordinate with Quality and Regulatory to ensure verify and ensure all compliance procedures are followed.
- Ensure consignment locations have valid consignment agreements and/or custody cards as required. Perform Field Cycle Counts as required.
- Coordinate and participate in territory physical inventories ensure all preparation guidelines are performed, conduct counts, and perform required physical inventory reconciliation. Ensure minimal location/account variances and ensure adjustments (positive/negative) meet established company variance percentages and dollar amounts.
- Perform field location/account visits/reviews to ensure consigned inventory instruments and implants are verified with account and ensure after reviews that instrument sets and implant inventory levels are correct and adjusted accordingly. Reconciliation variances should be addressed with the appropriate sales representative(s) and management.
- Perform IAP validations semi-annually and ensure all required adjustments are performed to maintain accurate IAP records.
- Analyze inventory asset levels to maximize utilization and to provide improved sales performance providing recommendations and executing appropriate strategies. Perform Instrument and implant utilization analysis to identify opportunities, inventory efficiencies with sales management and sales force. Ensure compliance of company asset utilization goals and objectives.
- Partner with the sales management team, sales force and logistics management to ensure excellent sales support.
- Perform period, quarterly and annual product reporting to provide guidance for set and inventory deployments.
- Perform analysis/reporting affecting all P&L related territory and/or area operations (i.e. Stock Withdrawal budget, freight analysis, courier usage, etc.).
- Process all required order entry as directed to maintain and manage scheduled surgery cases on a daily basis.
- Perform MOVE system reviews with Field Logistics Specialist to ensure excellent sales product support for surgeries and assess Kit utilization to ensure maximum utilization.
- Required to perform on call support as required.
- Must be able to understand and perform the functions and procedures pertaining to the efficient operation of warehousing.
- Perform daily/period freight activity reviews on all FedEx and courier usage to ensure costing is correct and most economical. Determine and ensure the least cost method of providing product to customer is performed. This includes Mobile vans, Courier, and freight utilization is being monitored and reviewed each period.
- Must be willing to learn our software Systems such as Move Medical and SAP used on a daily basis.
- Must be able to train and direct other personnel in their duties, both clerical and physical.
What will you need to be successful?
Education:
- High school Diploma or equivalency required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in a related field, e.g. Operations, Logistics, Business Analyst, Business Consultant
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift 75 lbs. Standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling commonly occurring for long periods of time
Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Driver's License with clean record
Other:
- Standout Colleague: Be available for occasional on-call shift, work within a team, taking charge when needed, and be comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Inclusion and Belonging ​- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website
- Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement.
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
- Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship.
- Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Inventory Specialist
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
The E-3 requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a degree in supply chain, logistics, or operations management must be a genuine requirement. Rewrite your resume to show how your Australian bachelor's directly supports the role's analytical and systems responsibilities.
Target employers with DOL LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for operations or supply chain roles. Prior LCA filings signal that an employer already understands the E-3 sponsorship process.
Clarify the LCA requirement early in negotiations
Many hiring managers assume E-3 sponsorship is as complex as H-1B. Correct that assumption before the offer stage: the employer only needs to file an LCA with DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance, with no lottery and no USCIS petition required for consular processing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end preparation
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. This covers DOL submission, DS-160 preparation, and consulate readiness so nothing delays your start date.
Prepare documentation linking your degree to the role
Consular officers assess whether your Australian qualification matches the specialty occupation definition. Bring your degree transcript, a role description specifying degree requirements, and any professional credentials in inventory management systems or supply chain software.
Address employer E-Verify obligations proactively
Some employers in logistics and warehousing are federal contractors required to use E-Verify for employment eligibility. Confirm your prospective employer's E-Verify status before signing an offer, as this affects your onboarding timeline after visa approval.
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Find Inventory Specialist JobsInventory Specialist E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Inventory Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see which employers have E-3 filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa. Generic job boards don't surface that sponsorship context, which wastes time at the offer stage.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Inventory Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the position is defined by the employer. If the job description requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or operations, it can qualify. Roles framed around physical counting or basic stock tracking, without a degree requirement, typically won't meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS and consular officers apply.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Inventory Specialist roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual numerical cap, so you can apply any time of year after securing a job offer. The H-1B requires entering a randomised lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate. For Inventory Specialist roles, the E-3 also requires no USCIS petition for consular processing, which simplifies the employer's obligations significantly.
Can I change Inventory Specialist employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you can't transfer your existing E-3. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL, and you'll need to obtain a new E-3 visa stamp, which typically means returning to Australia or applying at a U.S. consulate abroad. You can begin working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and your new visa is issued.
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