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Purchasing Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Employers file the LCA and I-129 on your behalf, and many mid-to-large procurement teams sponsor regularly. No lottery exemption applies, so timing your job search around the April registration window matters.
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Date: Nov 3, 2026
Location: New Berlin, NY, US
Summary
MRO Purchasing Specialist role will provide support to the Maintenance and other Chobani teams to source and procure MRO tools, parts and services.
Responsibilities
- The Work directly with OEM suppliers and distributors to source items as needed
- Obtain quotes and research purchasing options to obtain the best cost, quality and value
- Manage and maintain vendor relationships, and evaluate suppliers
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Parts teams to meet operational needs
- Prepare Purchase Order requisitions and ensure order confirmations are received
- Source and procure emergency parts as needed
- Maintain accurate ETA dates in SAP system
- Develop and recommend standard methodologies for the parts flow process and procedures
- Develop and implement processes with suppliers to improve processes and reduce parts overages/shortages
- Maintain electronic files for all orders and packing slips
- Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice issues
- Resolve supplier packing slip discrepancies
- Coordinate procurement processes to ensure accurate inventory transactions
- Provide information and communication to Technicians regarding parts and part ordering processes
- Analyze inventory and MRO spend
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- High school degree or GED required, college degree preferred
- Preferred experience with SAP
- Minimum 2 years of inventory or purchasing experience
- Ability to establish and maintain priorities in order to complete assignments by target dates without detailed instructions
- Average proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
- Excellent interpersonal skills with positive, customer-orientation combined with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
About Us
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.
For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
The salary range for this full-time position is $24.25 - $30.75, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: starting at 70 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
MRO Purchasing Specialist
Date: Nov 3, 2026
Location: New Berlin, NY, US
Summary
MRO Purchasing Specialist role will provide support to the Maintenance and other Chobani teams to source and procure MRO tools, parts and services.
Responsibilities
- The Work directly with OEM suppliers and distributors to source items as needed
- Obtain quotes and research purchasing options to obtain the best cost, quality and value
- Manage and maintain vendor relationships, and evaluate suppliers
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Parts teams to meet operational needs
- Prepare Purchase Order requisitions and ensure order confirmations are received
- Source and procure emergency parts as needed
- Maintain accurate ETA dates in SAP system
- Develop and recommend standard methodologies for the parts flow process and procedures
- Develop and implement processes with suppliers to improve processes and reduce parts overages/shortages
- Maintain electronic files for all orders and packing slips
- Work with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice issues
- Resolve supplier packing slip discrepancies
- Coordinate procurement processes to ensure accurate inventory transactions
- Provide information and communication to Technicians regarding parts and part ordering processes
- Analyze inventory and MRO spend
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- High school degree or GED required, college degree preferred
- Preferred experience with SAP
- Minimum 2 years of inventory or purchasing experience
- Ability to establish and maintain priorities in order to complete assignments by target dates without detailed instructions
- Average proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
- Excellent interpersonal skills with positive, customer-orientation combined with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
About Us
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.
For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
The salary range for this full-time position is $24.25 - $30.75, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: starting at 70 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Purchasing Specialist
Map your degree to SOC codes
Purchasing Specialists typically fall under SOC 13-1023. Pull your O*NET profile and confirm your degree field aligns with the listed education requirements before applying. A mismatch between your credentials and the posted role weakens the specialty occupation argument.
Target LCA-active procurement employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed LCAs for Purchasing Specialist or related procurement titles. Companies with recent LCA history have already cleared the DOL prevailing-wage step, which signals an active sponsorship process rather than a first attempt.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 13-1023 in your target metro before any salary discussion. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage at the applicable level, and knowing the floor prevents you from accepting an offer that USCIS would flag.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during screening
Confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before advancing past the first interview. Non-enrolled companies cannot legally complete your I-9 verification, and discovering this late in the process costs you weeks during a time-sensitive H-1B filing cycle.
Build a specialty occupation evidence file early
Gather job descriptions from past roles that list degree requirements, not just preferred qualifications. USCIS scrutinizes Purchasing Specialist petitions closely when the LCA uses broad language, so documented proof that prior employers required a specific degree strengthens your I-129 package.
Understand the cap timeline for procurement hiring
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. Procurement roles at cap-subject employers must be structured around this cycle. If you receive an offer in May, your employer files the following April and your start date is October of the next fiscal year.
H-1B Visa Purchasing Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Purchasing Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can document that the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as supply chain management, business administration, or operations management. USCIS evaluates the job duties and the employer's normal minimum requirements. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required are harder to support, so the job description wording matters significantly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Purchasing Specialist positions?
Large manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, hospital systems, and Fortune 500 retailers sponsor most frequently because they run centralized procurement functions with dedicated HR and legal teams. You can identify active sponsors by filtering for employers with LCA filing history in procurement and supply chain occupations on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified DOL Labor Condition Application data by role and employer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch purchasing roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've been maintaining valid status. Your new employer files a new I-129 and LCA specific to the Purchasing Specialist role, and you don't need to wait for approval before starting.
What prevailing wage level applies to most H-1B Purchasing Specialist roles?
Most entry-to-mid-level Purchasing Specialist positions file at DOL wage Level 1 or Level 2, depending on the complexity of duties and supervisory responsibilities. Senior or category management roles with cross-functional scope typically require Level 2 or Level 3. You can verify the applicable wage for your specific metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer.
Does procurement experience from outside the U.S. count toward H-1B eligibility?
Foreign work experience counts toward your qualifications, but it doesn't substitute for the degree requirement that defines specialty occupation status. USCIS evaluates whether your combination of education and experience establishes the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A credential evaluation from a recognized service can document that equivalency if your degree was earned outside the U.S.