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Operations Planner jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, then sponsor an I-140 petition under EB-2 or EB-3. Roles coordinating supply chains, production schedules, and logistics workflows qualify under these categories, giving you a path to lawful permanent residency.
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it! The Worldwide Reseller Operations (WW RO) team is the global route-to-market leader for National Retail, Apple Premium Reseller, Telco, Distribution, Enterprise & Education channels. We are responsible for influencing global allocation & New Product Introduction (NPI) strategy by representing the voice of our Resellers in Operations. WW RO also owns the development of global tools and processes needed to ensure our products are in the right places at the right time, supporting sales & our partners globally to achieve Apple’s financial goals. WW RO is looking for an experienced and dynamic team member to influence key partners and drive efficient Reseller strategies. This individual will develop a deep understanding of the Reseller landscape to promote positive relationships with partners - from driving the right actions to improve NPI & sustaining business, to devising a program portfolio strategy that scales with the business and the needs of our partners.
DESCRIPTION
- Develop a deep understanding of how Apple manages partner relationships and the nuances that exist across markets and partners.
- Independently leverage data, anecdotal feedback, and strategic context to build a comprehensive story of channel health and partner behavior.
- Provide timely updates cross-functionally and across levels on Reseller critical metrics, clearly articulating business status, risks, and key actions.
- Proactively discern opportunities to optimize the Reseller business and drive partner groups to appropriate action.
- Proactively influence decisions through collaboration, leadership and a customer-focused approach.
- Build strong partnerships spanning multiple levels across a variety of cross-functional teams including Region RO, Supply Demand Management, Readiness, Business Process Re-engineering, Sales, Finance and Marketing.
- Pursue and lead global alignment opportunities across regional and cross functional teams.
- Identify and develop new processes and tools, including AI/ML technologies, that enable more accurate and efficient ways to assess and influence Reseller channel health, partner behavior, and NPI readiness.
- Drive global projects to meet business priorities. Define adoption and engagement strategy, and track success important metrics, critical milestones, and opportunities for scale.
- Consistently deliver high quality results under tight and visible timelines, driving through ambiguity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree and 10+ years of work experience in fields that demand complex quantitative analysis such as supply chain, data analytics, or management consulting.
- Project Management, Inventory Management and/or Merchandising experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, and demonstrated ability using and presenting data to drive business decisions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA with a focus in supply chain or related field.
- Self-starter, willing to experiment with different ideas and approaches independently.
- Excellent analytical capabilities, business savvy and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to seamlessly move from detail to high level insights.
- Ability to exercise tactful influence in a matrix organization, developing strong relationships across global and cross-functional teams, and to be seen as a thought leader.
- Comfort in presenting and driving decisions with executive leadership.
- Experience in breaking down ambiguous and complex problems and stitching through cross-functional teams to drive solutions.
- Experience working with large datasets, and supporting development, deployment and advocacy of AI/ML technologies to support business processes.
- Proficiency in leading and driving global projects and initiatives independently, partnering across teams to define and manage business process and technology roadmaps in support of long-term strategies.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $178,400 and $297,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Apple believes accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it! The Worldwide Reseller Operations (WW RO) team is the global route-to-market leader for National Retail, Apple Premium Reseller, Telco, Distribution, Enterprise & Education channels. We are responsible for influencing global allocation & New Product Introduction (NPI) strategy by representing the voice of our Resellers in Operations. WW RO also owns the development of global tools and processes needed to ensure our products are in the right places at the right time, supporting sales & our partners globally to achieve Apple’s financial goals. WW RO is looking for an experienced and dynamic team member to influence key partners and drive efficient Reseller strategies. This individual will develop a deep understanding of the Reseller landscape to promote positive relationships with partners - from driving the right actions to improve NPI & sustaining business, to devising a program portfolio strategy that scales with the business and the needs of our partners.
DESCRIPTION
- Develop a deep understanding of how Apple manages partner relationships and the nuances that exist across markets and partners.
- Independently leverage data, anecdotal feedback, and strategic context to build a comprehensive story of channel health and partner behavior.
- Provide timely updates cross-functionally and across levels on Reseller critical metrics, clearly articulating business status, risks, and key actions.
- Proactively discern opportunities to optimize the Reseller business and drive partner groups to appropriate action.
- Proactively influence decisions through collaboration, leadership and a customer-focused approach.
- Build strong partnerships spanning multiple levels across a variety of cross-functional teams including Region RO, Supply Demand Management, Readiness, Business Process Re-engineering, Sales, Finance and Marketing.
- Pursue and lead global alignment opportunities across regional and cross functional teams.
- Identify and develop new processes and tools, including AI/ML technologies, that enable more accurate and efficient ways to assess and influence Reseller channel health, partner behavior, and NPI readiness.
- Drive global projects to meet business priorities. Define adoption and engagement strategy, and track success important metrics, critical milestones, and opportunities for scale.
- Consistently deliver high quality results under tight and visible timelines, driving through ambiguity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree and 10+ years of work experience in fields that demand complex quantitative analysis such as supply chain, data analytics, or management consulting.
- Project Management, Inventory Management and/or Merchandising experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, and demonstrated ability using and presenting data to drive business decisions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA with a focus in supply chain or related field.
- Self-starter, willing to experiment with different ideas and approaches independently.
- Excellent analytical capabilities, business savvy and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to seamlessly move from detail to high level insights.
- Ability to exercise tactful influence in a matrix organization, developing strong relationships across global and cross-functional teams, and to be seen as a thought leader.
- Comfort in presenting and driving decisions with executive leadership.
- Experience in breaking down ambiguous and complex problems and stitching through cross-functional teams to drive solutions.
- Experience working with large datasets, and supporting development, deployment and advocacy of AI/ML technologies to support business processes.
- Proficiency in leading and driving global projects and initiatives independently, partnering across teams to define and manage business process and technology roadmaps in support of long-term strategies.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $178,400 and $297,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Apple believes accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Operations Planner
Match your degree to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive operations experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree alone. Knowing which category fits your credentials before you apply lets you target employers whose PERM filings align with your background.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer must pay the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your operations planner role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level for your SOC code before salary discussions so you can confirm any offer will satisfy PERM requirements.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate first
Many operations employers sponsor green cards without advertising it in job postings. Search Migrate Mate to identify companies with active EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history in operations and supply chain roles, so you're targeting employers who have already navigated the process.
Document progressive experience carefully
PERM requires the employer to prove the role's minimum requirements are genuine, not tailored to your resume. If you're qualifying under EB-2 through experience, gather reference letters and performance records now that clearly show progression in planning, scheduling, or logistics responsibilities.
Ask about priority dates before accepting
India- and China-born applicants can face substantial priority-date backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3. Before accepting an offer, ask the employer's immigration counsel where the current cutoff dates stand for your country of birth so you understand the realistic timeline to permanent residency.
Understand AC21 portability before you file I-485
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change employers if the new operations role is in the same or a similar occupation. Confirm this with USCIS guidance before switching, since the occupational similarity test matters for portability eligibility.
Green Card Operations Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for an operations planner?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal and tied to a specific employer. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL, including a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits create priority-date backlogs for some nationalities.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for an operations planner role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL showing the operations planner position has genuine minimum requirements, that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your location and job level, and that no qualified U.S. workers applied through a mandatory recruitment campaign. DOL audits a portion of applications, so clean documentation of the recruitment steps is critical before filing.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for operations roles?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship willingness upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history in operations and supply chain occupations, so you can focus your search on companies that have already committed to the process rather than approaching it cold during interviews.
Can I change jobs after my employer files my green card petition?
Yes, but the timing matters. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Before the 180-day mark, changing employers generally requires starting the PERM process over with the new company.
Does my O*NET occupation profile affect which green card category I qualify for?
O*NET classifies operations planner roles under production and logistics occupations and specifies typical education and experience requirements. DOL uses these profiles when evaluating whether PERM minimum requirements are consistent with the occupation. If your employer lists requirements that significantly exceed the O*NET standard, DOL may audit the application, so alignment between the job description and the O*NET profile matters.