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Demand Planning Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position typically requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations research, or a related field. Employers in consumer goods, retail, and manufacturing regularly sponsor H-1B transfers and new cap filings for this function.
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At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.
As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.
What we need:
The Planning Manager is a leading performer that will be responsible for managing and optimizing planning processes across multiple projects and programs. This role involves strategic planning, coordination, and implementation to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
What you'll do:
- Coordinate with project managers and department heads to ensure alignment of planning activities with overall business goals.
- Monitor program progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of planning processes and program performance.
- Regularly review and analyze performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare and present detailed program performance reports to senior management.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and outcomes.
- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Stay updated on advancements in planning technologies and methodologies.
- Identify potential risks to program planning and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and address deviations from plans to minimize impact on program outcomes.
- Implement risk management best practices to ensure program success.
- Ensure that all planning activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all programs and projects.
- May be responsible for overseeing and coordinating construction efforts to develop, repair, and/or renovate properties.
- Influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
- Participate in and may manage large, cross-functional projects or initiatives with strategic importance.
- Perform high-level critical thinking, detailed information gathering and application of business knowledge.
- Perform other duties as needed.
What you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
- 6-8 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
What you're good at:
- Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.
- Recognized cross-functionally as an expert within one or two subject matter areas.
- Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
- High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.
What else?
- Temporary indirect reporting relationships may exist while working as Project lead. May be required to act in senior role, providing task related advice and direction to junior team members.
Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.
Are you looking for more?
At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.
As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.
What we need:
The Planning Manager is a leading performer that will be responsible for managing and optimizing planning processes across multiple projects and programs. This role involves strategic planning, coordination, and implementation to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
What you'll do:
- Coordinate with project managers and department heads to ensure alignment of planning activities with overall business goals.
- Monitor program progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of planning processes and program performance.
- Regularly review and analyze performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare and present detailed program performance reports to senior management.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and outcomes.
- Implement best practices and innovative solutions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Stay updated on advancements in planning technologies and methodologies.
- Identify potential risks to program planning and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and address deviations from plans to minimize impact on program outcomes.
- Implement risk management best practices to ensure program success.
- Ensure that all planning activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all programs and projects.
- May be responsible for overseeing and coordinating construction efforts to develop, repair, and/or renovate properties.
- Influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
- Participate in and may manage large, cross-functional projects or initiatives with strategic importance.
- Perform high-level critical thinking, detailed information gathering and application of business knowledge.
- Perform other duties as needed.
What you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
- 6-8 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
What you're good at:
- Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.
- Recognized cross-functionally as an expert within one or two subject matter areas.
- Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.
- High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.
What else?
- Temporary indirect reporting relationships may exist while working as Project lead. May be required to act in senior role, providing task related advice and direction to junior team members.
Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Demand Planning Manager
Align your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to demand planning work. A supply chain, operations research, statistics, or industrial engineering degree strengthens specialty occupation approval. A general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings under SOC code 13-1081 for Logisticians or 11-3071 for Transportation Managers. This surfaces employers who have sponsored comparable roles and shows certified wage levels in your target metro.
Target employers outside the lottery cap
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-related entities are cap-exempt, meaning your petition bypasses the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Demand planning roles exist at large research-driven institutions, and cap-exempt sponsorship removes the uncertainty of April registration.
Find H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Demand Planning Manager listings on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B filing history. This narrows your search to companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this function, saving you from applying to roles where sponsorship is unlikely.
Document your forecasting tool expertise
Demand planning roles often require specialized software proficiency in SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, or Kinaxis RapidResponse. Certifications or project records tied to these platforms reinforce the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating the theoretical and applied knowledge USCIS looks for.
Negotiate filing timing before accepting an offer
Confirm whether the employer will file for premium processing and clarify whether your start date requires a cap-subject or cap-exempt petition. If you're on OPT, verify your STEM extension timeline against the October 1 H-1B start date so there's no gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa Demand Planning Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Demand Planning Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Demand Planning Manager positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations research, statistics, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on the degree requirement for the specific role, not just the job title. If the employer's job description specifies a relevant degree as a minimum requirement, the position generally qualifies.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for demand planning roles?
Consumer packaged goods, retail, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and automotive manufacturing are the industries with the heaviest demand planning hiring and corresponding H-1B sponsorship activity. These sectors run large supply chain organizations where forecasting accuracy is tied directly to revenue, making them willing to sponsor experienced professionals. You can confirm active sponsors by searching H-1B LCA filings through the OFLC Wage Search or by browsing verified-sponsor listings on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Demand Planning Manager job without starting over?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed, provided you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer files an I-129 petition describing the demand planning role, and you don't need to re-enter the lottery. Maintain your I-94 and pay stubs from the previous employer throughout the transition.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for a Demand Planning Manager in your work location, as determined by DOL wage data. Prevailing wages are set at four wage levels based on experience and complexity of duties. Senior demand planning positions with cross-functional scope typically fall at Level III or IV. You can look up applicable wage rates for your metro using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer.
What should I look for in an employer's H-1B sponsorship commitment for a demand planning role?
Ask whether the employer will cover H-1B filing fees, including the I-129 petition and premium processing if you need a faster decision. Confirm the employer has sponsored this specific function before, since procurement or logistics titles are sometimes misclassified in ways that draw USCIS scrutiny. An employer with a dedicated immigration team or outside counsel is better positioned to handle a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation determination is questioned.