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Materials Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL and petition USCIS on your behalf. Cap-subject registrations open each April for an October 1 start date.
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We have a current opening for an FSQ Raw Materials Manager and are actively reviewing applications.
Ferrero is a global company that is privately owned by the Ferrero family. The company has grown from the small Italian confectionary shop in Alba, Italy to become the third largest confectionary manufacturer in the world, producing famous market-leading brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Joy®.
With new innovations and exciting expansions plans in place, there has never been a better time to join the Ferrero Group and be extraordinary with us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The FSQ Raw Materials Manager is responsible for ensuring Ferrero North America suppliers are in compliance with Ferrero and US FDA / CFIA requirements. This role will audit supplier manufacturing sites, assess quality and food safety documentation in support of 8 Ferrero North America manufacturing plants. This role will also conduct raw material and supplier risk assessments in conjunction with the supplier approval activity. Additional activities include working cross-functionally with R&D/Procurement to support new Innovation and lead supplier de-risking projects. In addition, the role will serve as the North America area expert in specific raw material categories to support the Ferrero plants in dealing with supplier non-conformities, out of specification materials, support troubleshooting and oversee supplier CAPA.
Schedule:
Hybrid: 3 days in Office, 2 days Remote
This role requires 35% - 40% travel in North America (mostly USA)
Main Responsibilities:
- Ensure that supplier documentation is complete and current in our database
- Assess the content and relevance of quality/food safety documentation from suppliers
- Manage and organize audit schedule with suppliers
- Audit raw material suppliers for Ferrero North America manufacturing plants following the Ferrero auditing standards
- Conduct raw material / supplier risk assessment and verify compliance with Ferrero standard and local regulatory standards
- Lead supplier de-risking projects together with Procurement
- Support Ferrero plants in managing supplier non-conformities and CAPA
- Work closely with and provide updates to Ferrero North America manufacturing plants, local R&D, Procurement, and central Quality team regarding raw material supplier activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Business Experience:
- Experience in Quality in the food industry mandatory, 8 - 10 years
- Experience with raw material quality management and auditing suppliers
- Knowledge of GFSI standards mandatory, ISO 9001 a plus
- PCQI certification and lead auditor experience preferred
- Knowledge of FSMA / FSVP and raw material supplier risk assessment
- Experience in audit report writing
- This role requires 35% - 40% travel in North America (mostly USA)
- Experience with SAP, MS Office, Statistical Sampling
Education:
- Bachelor of Food Science / Food Technology, Masters preferred
Competencies:
- Able to interact professionally internally and externally in a multi-cultural environment
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is $105,000-$168,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
ABOUT FERRERO
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE& I AT FERRERO
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
OUR APPLICATION PROCESS
We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!
- Apply
Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests
- Assess
Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job
- Interview
If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization
INTRODUCTION
We have a current opening for an FSQ Raw Materials Manager and are actively reviewing applications.
Ferrero is a global company that is privately owned by the Ferrero family. The company has grown from the small Italian confectionary shop in Alba, Italy to become the third largest confectionary manufacturer in the world, producing famous market-leading brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Joy®.
With new innovations and exciting expansions plans in place, there has never been a better time to join the Ferrero Group and be extraordinary with us!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The FSQ Raw Materials Manager is responsible for ensuring Ferrero North America suppliers are in compliance with Ferrero and US FDA / CFIA requirements. This role will audit supplier manufacturing sites, assess quality and food safety documentation in support of 8 Ferrero North America manufacturing plants. This role will also conduct raw material and supplier risk assessments in conjunction with the supplier approval activity. Additional activities include working cross-functionally with R&D/Procurement to support new Innovation and lead supplier de-risking projects. In addition, the role will serve as the North America area expert in specific raw material categories to support the Ferrero plants in dealing with supplier non-conformities, out of specification materials, support troubleshooting and oversee supplier CAPA.
Schedule:
Hybrid: 3 days in Office, 2 days Remote
This role requires 35% - 40% travel in North America (mostly USA)
Main Responsibilities:
- Ensure that supplier documentation is complete and current in our database
- Assess the content and relevance of quality/food safety documentation from suppliers
- Manage and organize audit schedule with suppliers
- Audit raw material suppliers for Ferrero North America manufacturing plants following the Ferrero auditing standards
- Conduct raw material / supplier risk assessment and verify compliance with Ferrero standard and local regulatory standards
- Lead supplier de-risking projects together with Procurement
- Support Ferrero plants in managing supplier non-conformities and CAPA
- Work closely with and provide updates to Ferrero North America manufacturing plants, local R&D, Procurement, and central Quality team regarding raw material supplier activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Business Experience:
- Experience in Quality in the food industry mandatory, 8 - 10 years
- Experience with raw material quality management and auditing suppliers
- Knowledge of GFSI standards mandatory, ISO 9001 a plus
- PCQI certification and lead auditor experience preferred
- Knowledge of FSMA / FSVP and raw material supplier risk assessment
- Experience in audit report writing
- This role requires 35% - 40% travel in North America (mostly USA)
- Experience with SAP, MS Office, Statistical Sampling
Education:
- Bachelor of Food Science / Food Technology, Masters preferred
Competencies:
- Able to interact professionally internally and externally in a multi-cultural environment
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position is $105,000-$168,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
ABOUT FERRERO
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE& I AT FERRERO
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
OUR APPLICATION PROCESS
We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!
- Apply
Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests
- Assess
Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job
- Interview
If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Materials Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes Materials Manager petitions when the degree field is broad. A supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations management degree strengthens your case. A business administration degree alone may trigger an RFE without supporting documentation tying it directly to the role.
Check employer LCA filing history first
Before applying, search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the employer has filed LCAs for Materials Manager or closely related SOC codes. Employers with no H-1B filing history for supply chain roles carry higher sponsorship risk regardless of their general willingness.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Federal contractors and subcontractors are required to use E-Verify, making them structurally set up for H-1B onboarding. Manufacturing and defense suppliers in this category often have established immigration workflows that reduce delays in the LCA and petition process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Search Materials Manager roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active DOL filing history for this occupation. That data lets you focus your applications on companies already familiar with sponsoring this specific role rather than cold-pitching sponsorship from scratch.
Time your offer acceptance around cap deadlines
If you're cap-subject, an offer accepted after the April registration window closes won't result in an October 1 start. Negotiate a delayed start date with the employer or explore cap-exempt alternatives like university-affiliated or nonprofit research roles to bridge the gap.
Document SOC code alignment in your offer letter
Ask your employer to reference the correct SOC code for Materials Manager in the offer letter before the LCA is filed. Mismatches between the stated job duties and the SOC code are a common source of DOL processing delays and USCIS RFEs for this occupation.
H-1B Visa Materials Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Materials Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like supply chain management, operations, or industrial engineering. Roles where any general business degree is acceptable are harder to defend. The job description needs to specify that a directly related degree is a requirement, not a preference.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Materials Manager positions?
Manufacturing, aerospace, defense, pharmaceuticals, and medical device companies file the highest volume of LCAs for Materials Manager roles. These sectors rely on complex multi-tier supply chains and are accustomed to sponsoring foreign nationals. You can browse employers with verified filing history for this role on Migrate Mate before submitting applications.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer changes my role from Materials Manager to a different title?
A material change in job duties, title, or work location typically requires an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from Materials Manager to a procurement-only or logistics role may also require a new LCA if the SOC code changes. Starting work in the new capacity before USCIS approves the amendment puts your status at risk.
Can a staffing agency or third-party employer sponsor an H-1B for a Materials Manager?
Staffing agencies can sponsor H-1B petitions, but USCIS applies heightened scrutiny to third-party placements for roles like Materials Manager. The agency must demonstrate it controls the terms and conditions of employment, and the end-client site must be identified in the petition. Petitions without a clear employer-employee relationship are frequently challenged with RFEs.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Materials Manager H-1B petitions?
The employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the Materials Manager SOC code in the work location's metro area, as determined by the DOL. The OFLC Wage Search shows wage levels by area and experience tier. Employers offering below the Level I or Level II wage for the correct SOC code risk LCA denial or USCIS challenge, which delays or blocks the petition entirely.