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Get Access To All JobsReq ID: 141734
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Fort Worth
General Overview
Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Career Stream: Supply Chain (SC)
Role: Manager (MG2)
Job Title: Manager, Supply Chain 2
Job Code: MG2-SCM
Band: Level 10
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect
Summary
Our Global Supply Chain operates as a unified virtual system with our customers and suppliers by acting as seamless extensions of their operations. We offer customized, flexible and integrated supply chain solutions, supported by a global technology platform and a dedicated, market-focused team. Our Strategic SCM team is responsible for supply chain processes and systems design & deployment, flawless product launches, global logistics and broader business execution, including working capital management. Our supplier quality team works with site quality engineering staff to set and monitor consistent supplier quality performance KPI’s, address supplier performance issues, and drive ongoing quality performance improvement. With leading supply chain capabilities and integrated services tailored to meet our customers' unique requirements, our unified supply chain is adaptive and responsive to continuous change. It is how we help our customers stay ahead in a dynamic market environment.
Detailed Description
Advanced expertise in one or more areas of specialization; applies expertise cross-functionally. Work is guided by broad site objectives and corporate policy. Incumbents oversee very complex, or multiple complex projects, including cross-functional projects where a high degree of judgment and independence are required in developing solutions and resolving unusual problem situations. Incumbents have decision-making authority and autonomy to deliver on goals of department/function, as applicable. Influences others cross-functionally to ensure department or functional goals met, and resolves conflicts in an effective manner. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in critical delay in Business Unit schedules and/or operation. May lead a regional functional area or project team with significant impact on company results, or may be an expert in their field, providing ideas, opinions and advice to others. Acts independently to determine new methods and procedures. Builds cross-functional relationships where persuasive skills, negotiation skills, and considerable tact are required to gain support. Interfaces with senior managers on issues related to the area of expertise. Maintains positive relationships with key customers, suppliers, etc., who have a significant impact on the success of the organization. May represent the organization in public speaking venues and/or community events.
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Maintains responsibility for a set of projects developed by Celestica’s Global Design Services organization.
- Provides direction for source selection and ensures proper process implementation.
- Leads the Commodity Management teams to ensure negotiations meet business requirements and growth plans.
- Leads the supply chain management process for customers from materials pricing and BOM analysis to delivery execution and flexibility performance.
- Quotes and negotiates critical high dollar or strategic commodities or provides the direction to team of commodity managers.
- Provides leadership in the analysis of costed customer bids or quarterly BOM Costing exercises for global customers.
- Works with Global Design team to optimize Design for supply chain performance of Celestica products.
- Provides direction to Commodity Management Teams on contract negotiations.
- Supports quarterly business reviews with customers, and with senior management at key/strategic suppliers.
- Provides leadership and direction with respect to interaction with suppliers.
- Leads process development and development of commodity strategies.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Expert knowledge of the marketplace conditions for a broad range of strategic commodities, industry pricing, technology, supply/demand and emerging trends.
- Excellent understanding of global business environment and Customers business, organization, products and processes.
- Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively.
- Expert knowledge of office systems and analytical tools.
- Expert problem solving skills to deal with Customer/ Supplier issues.
- Ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across functions and with suppliers/ customers to achieve Celestica’s goals.
Physical Demands
- Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
- Duties of this position require continuous light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motion, standing, sitting in a confined work space.
Typical Experience
- 7+ years of experience
Typical Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Materials Management, Engineering or related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Educational requirements may vary by geography.
Salary
108-145k
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica’s policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
Req ID: 141734
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Fort Worth
General Overview
Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Career Stream: Supply Chain (SC)
Role: Manager (MG2)
Job Title: Manager, Supply Chain 2
Job Code: MG2-SCM
Band: Level 10
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect
Summary
Our Global Supply Chain operates as a unified virtual system with our customers and suppliers by acting as seamless extensions of their operations. We offer customized, flexible and integrated supply chain solutions, supported by a global technology platform and a dedicated, market-focused team. Our Strategic SCM team is responsible for supply chain processes and systems design & deployment, flawless product launches, global logistics and broader business execution, including working capital management. Our supplier quality team works with site quality engineering staff to set and monitor consistent supplier quality performance KPI’s, address supplier performance issues, and drive ongoing quality performance improvement. With leading supply chain capabilities and integrated services tailored to meet our customers' unique requirements, our unified supply chain is adaptive and responsive to continuous change. It is how we help our customers stay ahead in a dynamic market environment.
Detailed Description
Advanced expertise in one or more areas of specialization; applies expertise cross-functionally. Work is guided by broad site objectives and corporate policy. Incumbents oversee very complex, or multiple complex projects, including cross-functional projects where a high degree of judgment and independence are required in developing solutions and resolving unusual problem situations. Incumbents have decision-making authority and autonomy to deliver on goals of department/function, as applicable. Influences others cross-functionally to ensure department or functional goals met, and resolves conflicts in an effective manner. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in critical delay in Business Unit schedules and/or operation. May lead a regional functional area or project team with significant impact on company results, or may be an expert in their field, providing ideas, opinions and advice to others. Acts independently to determine new methods and procedures. Builds cross-functional relationships where persuasive skills, negotiation skills, and considerable tact are required to gain support. Interfaces with senior managers on issues related to the area of expertise. Maintains positive relationships with key customers, suppliers, etc., who have a significant impact on the success of the organization. May represent the organization in public speaking venues and/or community events.
Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:
- Maintains responsibility for a set of projects developed by Celestica’s Global Design Services organization.
- Provides direction for source selection and ensures proper process implementation.
- Leads the Commodity Management teams to ensure negotiations meet business requirements and growth plans.
- Leads the supply chain management process for customers from materials pricing and BOM analysis to delivery execution and flexibility performance.
- Quotes and negotiates critical high dollar or strategic commodities or provides the direction to team of commodity managers.
- Provides leadership in the analysis of costed customer bids or quarterly BOM Costing exercises for global customers.
- Works with Global Design team to optimize Design for supply chain performance of Celestica products.
- Provides direction to Commodity Management Teams on contract negotiations.
- Supports quarterly business reviews with customers, and with senior management at key/strategic suppliers.
- Provides leadership and direction with respect to interaction with suppliers.
- Leads process development and development of commodity strategies.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Expert knowledge of the marketplace conditions for a broad range of strategic commodities, industry pricing, technology, supply/demand and emerging trends.
- Excellent understanding of global business environment and Customers business, organization, products and processes.
- Ability to lead complex negotiations effectively.
- Expert knowledge of office systems and analytical tools.
- Expert problem solving skills to deal with Customer/ Supplier issues.
- Ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across functions and with suppliers/ customers to achieve Celestica’s goals.
Physical Demands
- Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
- Duties of this position require continuous light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motion, standing, sitting in a confined work space.
Typical Experience
- 7+ years of experience
Typical Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Materials Management, Engineering or related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Educational requirements may vary by geography.
Salary
108-145k
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica’s policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Supply Chain Lead
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and performance reviews that tie your supply chain education directly to the Lead role. PERM requires your employer to define minimum qualifications, and your credentials must match exactly what they list.
Search employers with active PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Supply Chain Lead roles by employers with a documented green card sponsorship track record, so you're targeting companies that already understand the PERM recruitment and filing process.
Target industries with chronic supply chain talent shortages
Pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and aerospace manufacturers frequently struggle to fill Supply Chain Lead positions domestically, which strengthens the recruitment test DOL requires under PERM. These employers are more likely to justify and sustain a sponsorship filing.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before signing an offer
Confirm in writing whether the employer covers PERM attorney fees and I-140 filing costs, and ask about their policy on job changes during the green card process. Ambiguity here creates problems after the petition is already filed.
Understand how EB-3 and EB-2 priority dates affect your timeline
Supply Chain Lead roles typically qualify under EB-3 skilled worker or EB-2 advanced-degree categories. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly once your I-140 is approved, because your country of birth determines how long you wait for a visa number to become available.
Use O*NET to align your job description with PERM requirements
The O*NET occupation profile for supply chain management roles defines the standard duties and education benchmarks DOL expects. Make sure your actual job description mirrors these standards before your employer submits the PERM application.
Green Card Supply Chain Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Supply Chain Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined. If the position requires a master's degree or equivalent, your employer can file under EB-2. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience qualify under EB-3 skilled worker. Many Supply Chain Lead positions meet EB-3 criteria, but employers with stronger degree requirements can pursue EB-2 to potentially improve priority date outcomes for certain nationalities.
How does green card sponsorship for a Supply Chain Lead differ from H-1B sponsorship?
PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that expires or depends on annual lottery selection. The PERM process involves a DOL-supervised recruitment test before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no annual cap at the EB-3 level that affects whether your petition gets filed, though country-of-birth backlogs can still affect how long you wait for a visa number.
How long does the PERM green card process take for a Supply Chain Lead?
The PERM labor certification stage alone typically runs six to eighteen months, depending on whether DOL selects the application for audit. After PERM certification, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, which adds several more months. If your priority date is current under the USCIS Visa Bulletin, you can then file for adjustment of status. Total timelines from PERM filing to green card approval commonly range from two to four or more years.
What makes an employer willing to sponsor a Supply Chain Lead for a green card?
Employers sponsor when they can demonstrate through DOL's PERM recruitment process that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Supply chain management has faced persistent talent gaps in industries like pharmaceuticals, electronics, and logistics, which makes this justification more defensible. Companies that have already filed PERM applications in this occupation family understand the process and are more likely to commit to sponsoring a new hire.
How do I find Supply Chain Lead jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Supply Chain Lead roles filtered specifically by employers with green card sponsorship history. Most general job boards don't surface PERM filing data, so you can't tell from a standard listing whether a company has actually sponsored permanent residency before. Targeting employers with a documented track record significantly reduces the risk of investing months in a process only to find the company isn't set up to sponsor.