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Purchasing Supervisor jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at manufacturers, distributors, and large enterprises that require degree-level procurement expertise. Employers file an LCA with DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS. H-1B visa status is granted for up to three years, extendable to six.
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Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.
Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
Learn about our company culture directly from our team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Columbus, Ohio branch is a key manufacturing and distribution operation for Simpson Strong-Tie. The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the strategic procurement of raw materials, components, products, and supplies essential to supporting manufacturing operations. This role focuses on supplier relationships, cost optimization, inventory management, and ensuring timely material availability. The Purchasing Supervisor collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve purchasing processes, support production demands, and drive operational efficiency while providing leadership and guidance to purchasing personnel.
WHAT YOU'LL DO (% OF TIME)
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Lead, motivate, and direct employees through effective performance management, including setting expectations and goals, providing recognition and feedback, and addressing performance concerns. Coach and develop employees based on their strengths and interests, encourage ownership of career growth and performance, delegate responsibilities with clear accountability, and foster teamwork across the department and organization. (25%)
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Identify, develop, and maintain key supplier relationships to support on-time delivery of inventory and non-inventory goods, consumables, and services in a high-volume manufacturing and warehouse environment. Ensure accurate costs, terms, and quality expectations are met, and promptly report and resolve issues involving incoming materials and subcontracted services. (20%)
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Manage local vendors, including price negotiations, claims resolution, vendor site visits, and other necessary supplier interactions. Maintain strong relationships with national account representatives and partner with the Home Office Purchasing Department on national contracts as needed. (20%)
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Place vendor orders based on inventory levels and coordinate timely delivery schedules. Maintain accurate Purchasing Info Records (PIR) and master data to support reliable demand signals and just-in-time (JIT) ordering. (20%)
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Maintain inventory and related purchasing records. Prepare and provide established and ad hoc purchasing metrics and reports. (15%)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
- 7 years of related purchasing experience.
- 2 years of experience managing others and a purchasing department.
- Analysis: Strong ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data using Net Resource Planning (NRP) systems.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Purchasing Knowledge: Understanding of key purchasing KPIs, total cost, bill of materials (BOM) structures, ABC rationalization, supplier risk mitigation, and procurement concepts and principles.
- Negotiation: Ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of the company.
- Problem Solving: Ability to make decisions, take action, proactively identify problems, and implement solutions.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
TRAVEL
This position requires domestic up to 5% of the time.
WORK STATUS & LOCATION
This full-time, exempt position located in Columbus, OH.
RELOCATION
Relocation is not available for this position.
PAY (COMPENSATION)
$75,100 - $120,200 / year
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.
REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE
We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.
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Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
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Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.
In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.
Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
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INTRODUCTION
Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.
Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
Learn about our company culture directly from our team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Columbus, Ohio branch is a key manufacturing and distribution operation for Simpson Strong-Tie. The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the strategic procurement of raw materials, components, products, and supplies essential to supporting manufacturing operations. This role focuses on supplier relationships, cost optimization, inventory management, and ensuring timely material availability. The Purchasing Supervisor collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve purchasing processes, support production demands, and drive operational efficiency while providing leadership and guidance to purchasing personnel.
WHAT YOU'LL DO (% OF TIME)
-
Lead, motivate, and direct employees through effective performance management, including setting expectations and goals, providing recognition and feedback, and addressing performance concerns. Coach and develop employees based on their strengths and interests, encourage ownership of career growth and performance, delegate responsibilities with clear accountability, and foster teamwork across the department and organization. (25%)
-
Identify, develop, and maintain key supplier relationships to support on-time delivery of inventory and non-inventory goods, consumables, and services in a high-volume manufacturing and warehouse environment. Ensure accurate costs, terms, and quality expectations are met, and promptly report and resolve issues involving incoming materials and subcontracted services. (20%)
-
Manage local vendors, including price negotiations, claims resolution, vendor site visits, and other necessary supplier interactions. Maintain strong relationships with national account representatives and partner with the Home Office Purchasing Department on national contracts as needed. (20%)
-
Place vendor orders based on inventory levels and coordinate timely delivery schedules. Maintain accurate Purchasing Info Records (PIR) and master data to support reliable demand signals and just-in-time (JIT) ordering. (20%)
-
Maintain inventory and related purchasing records. Prepare and provide established and ad hoc purchasing metrics and reports. (15%)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
- 7 years of related purchasing experience.
- 2 years of experience managing others and a purchasing department.
- Analysis: Strong ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data using Net Resource Planning (NRP) systems.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Purchasing Knowledge: Understanding of key purchasing KPIs, total cost, bill of materials (BOM) structures, ABC rationalization, supplier risk mitigation, and procurement concepts and principles.
- Negotiation: Ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of the company.
- Problem Solving: Ability to make decisions, take action, proactively identify problems, and implement solutions.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
TRAVEL
This position requires domestic up to 5% of the time.
WORK STATUS & LOCATION
This full-time, exempt position located in Columbus, OH.
RELOCATION
Relocation is not available for this position.
PAY (COMPENSATION)
$75,100 - $120,200 / year
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.
REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE
We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.
-
Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
-
Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.
In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.
Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
NowHiring #GetHired #Hiring #HiringNow
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Purchasing Supervisor
Verify your degree aligns with procurement
Sponsoring employers need to defend specialty occupation status to USCIS. A degree in supply chain management, business administration, or operations management gives your petition the clearest academic foundation. Unrelated degrees require stronger documentation of field-specific coursework.
Search LCA data to target active sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to browse Purchasing Supervisor roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces companies that have already navigated DOL certification for procurement roles, cutting your research time significantly.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Purchasing Supervisor role covers multiple facilities or worksites, each location needs a separately certified LCA. Raise this with your prospective employer early so DOL filings cover every site before your start date.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Run your job title and worksite zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for Purchasing Supervisors in that metro, and knowing the threshold helps you negotiate without putting the LCA at risk.
Review the O*NET profile to build your case
The O*NET profile for Purchasing Supervisors lists the degree requirements and specialized knowledge USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation. Align your resume and employer support letter to those specific competencies before the I-129 is filed.
Account for H-1B cap timing when accepting offers
If you're not already in H-1B status, the annual cap and updated selection rules affect when your employment can begin. Confirm with your employer whether cap-gap protection or a future start date applies to your situation before signing.
H-1B Visa Purchasing Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Purchasing Supervisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. When the role requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field and involves complex sourcing decisions, vendor negotiations, and procurement strategy, it can qualify. Employers who document degree-level duties in the job description and LCA give USCIS the clearest basis for approval. Roles framed around general supervision or clerical procurement tasks face greater scrutiny.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Purchasing Supervisors?
Large manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, pharmaceutical companies, and global distributors are the most consistent sponsors. These industries rely on procurement roles that require specialized degree-level knowledge of supplier compliance, global sourcing, and cost modeling. Browse employers with verified LCA filing history for procurement roles on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors by location.
What does the LCA process mean for a Purchasing Supervisor's offer timeline?
Before USCIS can receive your I-129 petition, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for Purchasing Supervisors in your worksite's metro area. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days. Build at least two to three weeks of LCA processing into your expected start date timeline.
Can a Purchasing Supervisor transfer to a new employer while on H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must still certify a fresh LCA for your new worksite and wage level. You don't need to restart your six-year H-1B clock, only the time remaining on your current petition carries over.
How does multi-site work affect H-1B status for Purchasing Supervisors?
Purchasing Supervisors who oversee procurement across multiple facilities or regularly work at client or supplier sites must have a certified LCA for each covered worksite. Short-term placements have narrow exceptions, but regular assignments to unlisted locations put your status at risk. Confirm with your employer that all sites where you'll work are listed on a certified LCA before you begin.