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Commodity Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when grounded in supply chain management, engineering, or business degrees. Employers sponsor H-1B visas by filing an LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering up to three years with extensions to six.
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Werfen
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Position Summary:
Responsible for developing and executing supply and/or vendor management strategies for specific commodities, which ensure appropriate product quality and enhance the company's ability to ship on time while reducing total cost and lead-time.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development for supply strategies for each assigned commodity.
- Seeks solutions to minimize routine purchase transactions.
- Plays a key role in strategic cost management initiatives.
- Prepares analysis and plans for negotiations; leads in negotiation involving critical suppliers.
- Develops contracts and supply agreements that protect the company from excess inventory, insufficient supply, unfavorable payment terms, hidden costs and supplier non-conformance.
- Has a thorough understanding of assigned commodities including manufacturing processes, applications, global supply status, price trends, cost drivers and product migration paths.
- Identifies potential disruption in the supply chain due to changes in supplier's business including their strategic direction, operating results, technical capabilities and overall performance.
- Continuously seeks to reduce waste in every activity and supplier related process or transaction he/she is involved in.
- Purchase and/or contracts for materials and services in accordance with company established practices and policies to ensure honest, fair and ethical relationships with vendors.
- Exercises the appropriate controls related to the legal aspects of purchasing.
- Will oversee the activities of the buyers and senior buyers on his/her commodity team.
- Works with the Materials Manager and QA to maintain and implement an annual supplier audit campaign consistent with requirements for FDA and ISO 9000.
BUDGET MANAGED (if applicable): N/A
INTERNAL NETWORKING/KEY RELATIONSHIPS: To be determined based on department needs
SKILLS & CAPABILITIES: Effective interpersonal skills
MIN KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
- BS degree in business or engineering.
- ISM (NAPM) certification preferred.
- Demonstrated record of cost reduction.
- Demonstrated computer literacy.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain management strategies and concepts.
INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY: Required: no
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: <5% of time
The annual base salary range for this role is currently $135,000.00 to $165,000.00. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.
This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
INTRODUCTION
Werfen
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Position Summary:
Responsible for developing and executing supply and/or vendor management strategies for specific commodities, which ensure appropriate product quality and enhance the company's ability to ship on time while reducing total cost and lead-time.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development for supply strategies for each assigned commodity.
- Seeks solutions to minimize routine purchase transactions.
- Plays a key role in strategic cost management initiatives.
- Prepares analysis and plans for negotiations; leads in negotiation involving critical suppliers.
- Develops contracts and supply agreements that protect the company from excess inventory, insufficient supply, unfavorable payment terms, hidden costs and supplier non-conformance.
- Has a thorough understanding of assigned commodities including manufacturing processes, applications, global supply status, price trends, cost drivers and product migration paths.
- Identifies potential disruption in the supply chain due to changes in supplier's business including their strategic direction, operating results, technical capabilities and overall performance.
- Continuously seeks to reduce waste in every activity and supplier related process or transaction he/she is involved in.
- Purchase and/or contracts for materials and services in accordance with company established practices and policies to ensure honest, fair and ethical relationships with vendors.
- Exercises the appropriate controls related to the legal aspects of purchasing.
- Will oversee the activities of the buyers and senior buyers on his/her commodity team.
- Works with the Materials Manager and QA to maintain and implement an annual supplier audit campaign consistent with requirements for FDA and ISO 9000.
BUDGET MANAGED (if applicable): N/A
INTERNAL NETWORKING/KEY RELATIONSHIPS: To be determined based on department needs
SKILLS & CAPABILITIES: Effective interpersonal skills
MIN KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
- BS degree in business or engineering.
- ISM (NAPM) certification preferred.
- Demonstrated record of cost reduction.
- Demonstrated computer literacy.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain management strategies and concepts.
INTERNATIONAL MOBILITY: Required: no
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: <5% of time
The annual base salary range for this role is currently $135,000.00 to $165,000.00. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.
This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Commodity Manager
Map your degree to supply chain duties
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree directly relates to commodity management duties. Gather transcripts and frame coursework in procurement, operations, or engineering explicitly to match the specialty occupation standard your sponsoring employer will assert in the I-129 petition.
Look up prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite location. Run your role and location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor the LCA must meet.
Target manufacturers and defense contractors first
Companies with direct-materials budgets in aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing file H-1B petitions for Commodity Managers regularly. Use Migrate Mate to browse verified H-1B sponsors in those sectors and identify employers with active filing history in your target city.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your role involves managing suppliers across multiple company locations, each worksite where you'll perform work needs a separately certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before your start date to avoid compliance gaps when traveling between facilities.
File the I-129 before your OPT or grace period expires
If you're transitioning from OPT, your employer must file the I-129 petition with USCIS while your current authorization is still valid. The 60-day grace period after OPT ends does not extend work authorization, so align your offer timeline with your EAD expiration date.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET occupation profile for Purchasing Managers lists the typical education level and core analytical duties that support a specialty occupation claim. Share the O*NET summary with your employer's immigration attorney to help draft a strong I-129 position description.
H-1B Visa Commodity Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commodity Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain management, engineering, business, or a directly related field. The duties must go beyond general purchasing to include technical supplier analysis, should-cost modeling, or category strategy work that genuinely requires degree-level knowledge. Employers structure the job description to reflect those requirements in the I-129 petition.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Commodity Managers?
Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, automotive OEMs, and large industrial companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Commodity Manager roles because their procurement functions require degree-level supply chain expertise. You can search for verified H-1B sponsors with active filing history in this role category on Migrate Mate.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, any professional certifications in procurement or supply chain, and a detailed work history showing commodity-specific responsibilities. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed early. USCIS uses all of this to assess whether your background supports a specialty occupation determination.
Can my H-1B LCA cover multiple work locations if I travel for supplier visits?
Short-term travel to supplier sites generally falls under LCA short-term placement rules, but any location where you perform substantial work for more than a temporary period needs its own certified LCA listing that worksite. Confirm the specifics with your employer's immigration attorney before your offer letter is finalized to avoid compliance issues.
How long does H-1B status last for a Commodity Manager position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf and certain conditions are met. Plan your green card timeline accordingly from the start of your H-1B period.