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Product Operations Specialist roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL, and many use premium processing to hit product team start dates.
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Specialist – Commercial Ops
Sunoco LP is the largest fuel distributor in the United States and a leader in the energy industry operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals, complementing fuel distribution. At Sunoco, we wholeheartedly believe our employees are the drivers of success. The talented and driven individuals on our team are what separate us from any other company in the industry, enabling us to outpace competition, rapidly expand into new ventures, and achieve growth surpassing the S&P 500.
Our model thrives on finding talented, driven individuals and developing them to be the next generation of leadership. In the Specialist – Commercial Ops role, you will have an opportunity to join a growing team allowing you to learn Sunoco’s business model, make fundamental impacts to the company’s profitability, and accelerate your career within the organization.
Summary
The group provides exposure to the various functions within the Commercial Delivered Channel of Sales, offering an opportunity to learn Sunoco’s business model and prepare for a successful career in the broader organization. The functions include Supply Procurement & Analytics, Business Systems, Dispatch Sourcing, and Contracts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Contracts
- Prospect government/privates leads on local, state, and national levels
- Review contractual language to determine eligibility, pricing structure, and commitments
- Formulate bid proposal and operational plan through collaboration across the organization
- Communicate to support groups their responsibilities and be the primary point of contact of the entity
- Confer with customers or supervising personnel to address questions, issues, or requests for pickup and delivery
- Analyze contract performance and maintain hedge-trading book
- Customer onboarding through internal systems and order management
Supply Procurement & Analytics
- Establish and maintain supply relationships to support fuel needs with both internal and external resources
- Analyze and define market trends for decision-making on buying/selling opportunities
- Generate and expedite purchase order agreements to meet internal expectations for profitability and timing
- Interface with all departments to resolve problems related to order fulfillment and bill of product on both customer and vendor base
- Utilize business understanding to leverage advantageous supply sourcing to maximize arbitrage opportunities
Business Systems
- Implement process improvements towards fully integrated business systems
- Ensure records are accurate and consistent across various internal systems for timely billing and account reconciliation
- Collecting incoming statements of product delivery and vendor invoices to match internal transactions of customer, supplier, and product
- Manage internal transactions for accuracy with financial reporting
- Investigate discrepancies and correspond with internal/external groups to achieve resolution and data accuracy
Dispatch Sourcing
- Schedule and dispatch transportation for pickup and delivery of fuel products
- Negotiate freight with 100 common carriers’ fleets across the US and work with sales and supply to facilitate orders for customer base
- Coordinate work orders with carriers for appropriate delivery of product at ship-to location to meet customer requests and specifications
- Oversee orders to completion with the focus on efficient timing and maximizing profitability in sourcing
- Spearhead new relationships with carriers in growing territories
- Work with internal delivered groups on carrier loading issues for resolution
- Collaborate with contracts and supply to provide optimized freight rates to be leveraged on new business opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Advanced Excel skills preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills in fast paced environment
- Ability to manage customer issues with minimal supervision.
- Strong work ethic, initiative, and sense of urgency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Professional, personable, and relationship-oriented.
- Adaptable in a fast-paced, changing business environment.
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- Associate Specialist requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of relevant job experience.
- Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
- Senior Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
- Lead Specialist level requires a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
Working Conditions:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Product Operations Specialist
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the role. A business operations or industrial engineering degree maps cleanly. If yours is adjacent, document coursework in process design, analytics, or systems thinking before your employer files.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search for Labor Condition Applications filed under SOC code 11-1021 or 15-2051 to identify companies that have actively sponsored product operations roles. Past filings signal a repeatable sponsorship process, not a one-off exception.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Filter your search on Migrate Mate by role and visa type to surface employers whose DOL LCA filings confirm H-1B sponsorship for product operations work, saving you from applying to companies that won't file.
Clarify SOC code assignment before the LCA
Product operations roles get mapped to different SOC codes depending on whether the work is classified as management, analysis, or technical. Ask your employer's immigration counsel which code they plan to file under, since it directly determines the prevailing wage level.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Product team launch cycles and OKR planning windows mean employers often need you by a specific quarter. Premium processing cuts USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. Raise this with your recruiter during offer negotiation, not after you've signed.
Document cross-functional scope to survive an RFE
USCIS occasionally issues Requests for Evidence on product operations roles, arguing the position doesn't require a specialized degree. Counter this proactively by ensuring your offer letter specifies analytical tools, systems ownership, and degree requirements in the job description.
H-1B Visa Product Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Operations Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business, operations management, information systems, or industrial engineering. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more vulnerable to USCIS scrutiny. Your employer's job description should specify the required discipline, and your degree should align directly with the work you'll perform.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for product operations roles?
Search Migrate Mate to find Product Operations Specialist positions at employers with verified H-1B filing history. You can also cross-reference the DOL's LCA disclosure data using the OFLC Wage Search to confirm whether a specific company has filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles before. Companies with repeat filings have an established sponsorship process, which reduces delays on your end.
Which SOC code applies to Product Operations Specialist roles for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how your employer defines the role. Positions focused on analysis and metrics often fall under SOC 15-2051 (Data Scientists) or 13-1111 (Management Analysts). Strategy-heavy roles may map to 11-1021 (General and Operations Managers). The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level USCIS requires your employer to certify, so confirm the intended classification with your employer before the LCA is filed.
What happens to my H-1B status if my product operations role changes significantly after I'm sponsored?
Material changes to your job duties, title, or work location generally require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. A shift from operational execution to people management, or a move to a different office, typically triggers an amendment. Starting a materially different role without filing first puts your status at risk.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B in a product operations role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and the petition is non-frivolous. The new employer must file their own LCA and petition covering your product operations role before your first day with them.