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Supply Planner roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can apply as soon as they have a qualifying job offer from a U.S. employer.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Responsible for maintaining sufficient inventory to support area of responsibility. May also develop and maintain production schedules. Works with customers and corporate Purchasing to identify, develop, monitor and control resources to meet goals and objectives.
Responsibilities
- Manage Material Requirements Plan (MRP) inventory forecasts to support Master Production Schedule (MPS).
- Determine raw material or commodity/code needs and proper inventory levels. Create system requisitions and monitor delivery of materials, while communicating priorities to Receiving and Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA).
- Communicate with all functional areas to ensure that material needs are met (Receiving, Quality, Labs, Purchasing, Transportation, Manufacturing, Finishing, and MS&T).
- Communicate significant changes in forecast volumes that may require changes in purchasing strategy.
- Communicate with test labs and quality assurance, where applicable, to establish and track delivery dates for raw materials or manufactured products on test.
- Establish performance reports to monitor, measure, and address supplier performance to assure timely and quality performance of supplier.
- Prepare monthly inventory reports to summarize current obsolete and surplus items, DOH, working inventory and total inventory. Manage timely disposition of obsolete and rejected materials through Material Destruct Orders (MDO’s). Where applicable, facilitate financial coverage discussions with Brand Teams accordingly.
- Identify large Purchase Price Variances (PPV). Take a leadership role in compiling the monthly PPV reports. Research and implement improvement opportunities with Purchasing and Finance.
- Take a leadership role in the implementation of new systems and planning new projects. Provide guidance to Inventory Planners (level II and III) when necessary. Manage projects related to departmental activities.
- Subject matter expert on SAP and other data tools used by department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 3-5 years of experience in Materials Management or Operations; 3-5 years of experience in Purchasing/Maintenance or 5 minimum total combined years of experience
- Ability to be a team player with focus on improvement and strong drive for results.
- Must possess high-level analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
- Excellent organizational skills are required.
- Persistent, resilient and resourceful when confronted with obstacles, and resolved issues in a timely manner.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Responsible for maintaining sufficient inventory to support area of responsibility. May also develop and maintain production schedules. Works with customers and corporate Purchasing to identify, develop, monitor and control resources to meet goals and objectives.
Responsibilities
- Manage Material Requirements Plan (MRP) inventory forecasts to support Master Production Schedule (MPS).
- Determine raw material or commodity/code needs and proper inventory levels. Create system requisitions and monitor delivery of materials, while communicating priorities to Receiving and Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA).
- Communicate with all functional areas to ensure that material needs are met (Receiving, Quality, Labs, Purchasing, Transportation, Manufacturing, Finishing, and MS&T).
- Communicate significant changes in forecast volumes that may require changes in purchasing strategy.
- Communicate with test labs and quality assurance, where applicable, to establish and track delivery dates for raw materials or manufactured products on test.
- Establish performance reports to monitor, measure, and address supplier performance to assure timely and quality performance of supplier.
- Prepare monthly inventory reports to summarize current obsolete and surplus items, DOH, working inventory and total inventory. Manage timely disposition of obsolete and rejected materials through Material Destruct Orders (MDO’s). Where applicable, facilitate financial coverage discussions with Brand Teams accordingly.
- Identify large Purchase Price Variances (PPV). Take a leadership role in compiling the monthly PPV reports. Research and implement improvement opportunities with Purchasing and Finance.
- Take a leadership role in the implementation of new systems and planning new projects. Provide guidance to Inventory Planners (level II and III) when necessary. Manage projects related to departmental activities.
- Subject matter expert on SAP and other data tools used by department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 3-5 years of experience in Materials Management or Operations; 3-5 years of experience in Purchasing/Maintenance or 5 minimum total combined years of experience
- Ability to be a team player with focus on improvement and strong drive for results.
- Must possess high-level analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
- Excellent organizational skills are required.
- Persistent, resilient and resourceful when confronted with obstacles, and resolved issues in a timely manner.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Supply Planner
Frame your degree for U.S. equivalency
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes, but your offer letter should explicitly tie your qualification to the Supply Planner role's specialty occupation requirements.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for Supply Planner or related supply chain job titles. Employers who have filed LCAs before understand the process and are far less likely to stall at the sponsorship stage.
Clarify sponsorship scope before accepting an offer
Ask directly whether the employer will cover the LCA filing and visa fees, or whether those costs fall to you. The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, so confirming this upfront prevents delays after you've accepted.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation. This removes the administrative burden from your employer and reduces the risk of filing errors that delay your start date.
Prepare a specialty occupation evidence package
Supply Planner roles can draw scrutiny if the job description is vague. Gather documentation showing the role requires a degree in a specific field, such as supply chain management or industrial engineering, not just any bachelor's degree.
Account for consulate wait times in your start date negotiation
E-3 visa interviews are conducted at U.S. consulates in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. Wait times vary by location and season. Build at least four to six weeks of buffer between your offer acceptance and your proposed U.S. start date.
E-3 Visa Supply Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Supply Planner jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter Supply Planner positions by employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring E-3 and H-1B visas, which saves significant time compared to cold-applying and asking HR about sponsorship after the fact.
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 a Supply Planner role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, Supply Planner roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because they typically require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations research, business, or a related field. The key is that your employer's job description must specify a degree requirement in a relevant discipline, not just list a degree as preferred. A vague or generalist job description can create complications at the consulate.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Supply Planner roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian nationals but has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply any time of year once you have a job offer. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap and a randomized lottery, meaning most applicants must wait months for a selection result and may not be selected at all. For Supply Planners with Australian citizenship, the E-3 is a significantly more predictable path.
Can I switch Supply Planner employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the E-3 is employer-specific, so you'll need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp before starting with a new employer. You can change jobs while inside the U.S., but you must have the new LCA approved and your status updated before beginning work. Starting a new role before that process is complete puts you out of status.