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Sourcing Director jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Advanced-degree professionals typically qualify under EB-2, while EB-3 covers candidates with a bachelor's degree and substantial procurement or supply chain experience.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon! As the Director, Strategic Sourcing - Corporate Services, you will lead the global sourcing and category management strategy across Information Technology (IT), Legal, Human Resources (HR), External Workforce, and Professional Services. You will partner closely with senior business leaders and key stakeholders to develop and execute category strategies that drive value, optimize costs, mitigate risk, and support business objectives. This role requires deep category experience in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and IT Services, including application management and major project-based work. You will oversee supplier relationships, lead complex negotiations, identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and applicable standards while delivering measurable business impact across the organization in Fort Worth, TX. In this role, a typical day will include:
Strategic Level
- Define and adapt a global category strategy in alignment with executive stakeholders across all Alcon business units. Seek input from and align with other supply-side functions and local sourcing organizations. Align the category strategy with the product lifecycle and short- and long-term business goals.
- Manage relationships with key business stakeholders to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and ensure the category strategy is aligned, understood, and supported.
- Analyze, identify, evaluate, negotiate, select, contract with, and develop a supply base that meets business needs for the timely, high-quality delivery of goods and services within the assigned category.
- Ensure regional and subcategory strategies are aligned with the global category strategy and applicable Alcon business objectives. The Global Category Director is accountable for effective execution of the strategy.
- Create full spend transparency, including spend baselines, key performance indicators, and metrics.
- Manage key supplier relationships through appropriate programs, such as alliance management and supplier relationship management, to enable innovation, continuous improvement, and cost containment through mutual accountability and trust.
- Develop, align, and implement innovative cost-savings and productivity initiatives for the assigned category to support Procurement and business targets.
Project Level
- Manage key projects and support project leaders and cross-functional teams in selecting and managing suppliers and service providers on a project-by-project basis, ensuring decisions align with the overall global category strategies.
- Lead complex negotiations and support the business with contracting, including the negotiation and implementation of agreements, within the assigned category. Ensure compliance with Alcon legal, ethical, and procurement standards while protecting Alcon know-how and intellectual property.
- Serve as an escalation point for procurement-related matters involving project teams and suppliers.
- Participate in project prioritization and budgeting at the executive level, communicating and aligning the project pipeline and planned initiatives with the global strategy.
- Manage and develop direct report(s) in support of category and business objectives.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
- 10 Years of Relevant Experience
- 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in business administration, finance, law, or a scientific or technical field. Business or procurement training, such as CISCP, strategic sourcing, or Six Sigma, is preferred.
- Extensive experience working with suppliers, third parties, and external service providers, ideally within the medical device industry.
- Proven ability to lead and contribute to development projects, with a track record of successfully delivering results within cross-functional teams.
- Ability to present effectively to audiences at all organizational levels, from executive leadership to individual contributors.
- Excellent negotiation skills and extensive experience developing supply and service agreements in close collaboration with internal Legal partners.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
- Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Alcon Careers
See your impact at alcon.com/careers
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ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon! As the Director, Strategic Sourcing - Corporate Services, you will lead the global sourcing and category management strategy across Information Technology (IT), Legal, Human Resources (HR), External Workforce, and Professional Services. You will partner closely with senior business leaders and key stakeholders to develop and execute category strategies that drive value, optimize costs, mitigate risk, and support business objectives. This role requires deep category experience in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and IT Services, including application management and major project-based work. You will oversee supplier relationships, lead complex negotiations, identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and applicable standards while delivering measurable business impact across the organization in Fort Worth, TX. In this role, a typical day will include:
Strategic Level
- Define and adapt a global category strategy in alignment with executive stakeholders across all Alcon business units. Seek input from and align with other supply-side functions and local sourcing organizations. Align the category strategy with the product lifecycle and short- and long-term business goals.
- Manage relationships with key business stakeholders to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and ensure the category strategy is aligned, understood, and supported.
- Analyze, identify, evaluate, negotiate, select, contract with, and develop a supply base that meets business needs for the timely, high-quality delivery of goods and services within the assigned category.
- Ensure regional and subcategory strategies are aligned with the global category strategy and applicable Alcon business objectives. The Global Category Director is accountable for effective execution of the strategy.
- Create full spend transparency, including spend baselines, key performance indicators, and metrics.
- Manage key supplier relationships through appropriate programs, such as alliance management and supplier relationship management, to enable innovation, continuous improvement, and cost containment through mutual accountability and trust.
- Develop, align, and implement innovative cost-savings and productivity initiatives for the assigned category to support Procurement and business targets.
Project Level
- Manage key projects and support project leaders and cross-functional teams in selecting and managing suppliers and service providers on a project-by-project basis, ensuring decisions align with the overall global category strategies.
- Lead complex negotiations and support the business with contracting, including the negotiation and implementation of agreements, within the assigned category. Ensure compliance with Alcon legal, ethical, and procurement standards while protecting Alcon know-how and intellectual property.
- Serve as an escalation point for procurement-related matters involving project teams and suppliers.
- Participate in project prioritization and budgeting at the executive level, communicating and aligning the project pipeline and planned initiatives with the global strategy.
- Manage and develop direct report(s) in support of category and business objectives.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
- 10 Years of Relevant Experience
- 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in business administration, finance, law, or a scientific or technical field. Business or procurement training, such as CISCP, strategic sourcing, or Six Sigma, is preferred.
- Extensive experience working with suppliers, third parties, and external service providers, ideally within the medical device industry.
- Proven ability to lead and contribute to development projects, with a track record of successfully delivering results within cross-functional teams.
- Ability to present effectively to audiences at all organizational levels, from executive leadership to individual contributors.
- Excellent negotiation skills and extensive experience developing supply and service agreements in close collaboration with internal Legal partners.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
- Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
Alcon Careers
See your impact at alcon.com/careers
LI-DNI
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
Find Jobs for Employees
Find Jobs for Contingent Worker
ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Sourcing Director
Document your supply chain credentials strategically
Gather evidence of progressive responsibility across sourcing, vendor negotiation, and cost reduction. PERM requires the employer to define minimum job requirements, so your credentials need to meet those requirements exactly, not exceed them in ways the job description doesn't reflect.
Verify your prevailing wage category before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for Sourcing Director roles in your target metro area. DOL assigns a wage level that shapes the job offer, and a mismatch between your offered salary and the certified wage is a common PERM denial trigger.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have sponsored green cards for supply chain and procurement roles. Employers with established PERM processes move faster because HR and legal teams already understand the recruitment documentation requirements DOL imposes.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 distinction for your profile
If your role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive sourcing experience, EB-2 may apply and can shorten your wait if you're not from a high-demand country. EB-3 is broader but shares the same per-country priority date backlogs.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM labor certification includes a mandatory recruitment test, typically spanning 30 to 60 days of open advertising before DOL filing. Confirm with your prospective employer whether they've started, completed, or are prepared to initiate that process for your specific position.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. AC21 job portability also protects you if your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more and the new Sourcing Director role is in the same or similar occupation.
Green Card Sourcing Director: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card category covers Sourcing Director roles?
Most Sourcing Director positions qualify under EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree combined with at least five years of progressive procurement experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The employer's job description determines which category applies during the PERM filing process.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa renewed in cycles, with no guaranteed path to permanence. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residence. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, an I-140 immigrant petition, and then adjustment of status or consular processing, rather than a visa petition and periodic renewals.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Sourcing Director positions?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified PERM filing histories for supply chain and procurement roles. Not all companies that hire Sourcing Directors have experience sponsoring employment-based green cards, so targeting employers with an established PERM track record significantly reduces the risk of a stalled or abandoned case.
How long does the PERM process take for a Sourcing Director role?
PERM involves a prevailing wage determination request to DOL, a mandatory recruitment period of roughly 30 to 60 days, and then the application itself. DOL processing times vary and can extend further if the case is selected for audit. After PERM certification, the employer files the I-140, and nationals from high-demand countries may face substantial priority date backlogs before the final green card is issued.
Can I change jobs while my green card case is in progress?
It depends on the stage. If your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting the process. Before that threshold, changing employers typically requires starting a new PERM case, though your approved I-140's priority date can carry over to the new petition.