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Supply Chain Director roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain management, logistics, operations, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, retail, and tech regularly file H-1B petitions for this role. The annual cap applies, so timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
ABOUT THE JOB
Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview
The Director of Supply Chain Operational Excellence is a senior leadership role driving enterprise-wide efficiency, innovation, and transformation across a Gartner top-2 ranked healthcare supply chain. With system-wide influence and a seat at the leadership table, this role partners closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives to turn strategy into measurable results. The ideal candidate combines healthcare supply chain expertise with strong program management skills and a passion for developing people, leading change, and delivering measurable, enterprise-wide impact.
LOCATION
Stanford Health Care
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain continuous alignment with defined organizational and departmental strategic business objectives in conjunction with leadership.
- Direct and ensure the efficient operation of day-to-day activities of the team and ensure competency of all staff.
- Supports and partners on Change Management, Training and Communications activities as needed for effective performance improvement and project management.
- Act in an advisory capacity to all Supply Chain divisions, programs, staff and leaders.
- Provide expertise, guidance and training on Performance Improvement and Project Management best practices.
- Apply LEAN/Six Sigma principles and methods to identify waste reduction and performance optimization opportunities across Supply Chain operations.
- Implement, oversee and continuously improve Supply Chain systems, processes and standard work to drive the efficient management of operations across Logistics, Sourcing, Procurement, Business Office, Resiliency, Sustainability, Data Management and other functions.
- Build, develop and grow business relationships with Supply Chain’s key stakeholders and partners including but not limited to the Interventional Platform, A/P, Pharmacy, and IT.
- Lead cross-departmental initiatives, establishing strong governance, communication, and accountability to deliver progress measurable through mutually agreed KPIs.
- Align and collaborate with the enterprise Performance Improvement team and Stanford Operating System (SOS).
- Lead the implementation of programs and/or projects as assigned by the Administrative Director.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university. Relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered. Relevant experience in lieu of degree is in addition to the experience requirements for this position.
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and be effective at people management including the ability to delegate assignments and share decision-making with team members and direct reports as appropriate.
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to present, and to write in a clear and understandable manner.
- Ability to understand complex verbal or written instructions and translate to action to deliver quantitative and qualitative results.
- Must be well organized and systematic, and able to design, implement and maintain standard work processes.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies to lead complex project teams and large scope projects, including managing resources (people, costs, time).
- Familiar with and able to apply Lean Six Sigma concepts and techniques including value stream mapping, kaizen, Five Whys, VoC, RCA etc. for structured process improvement.
- Demonstrated expertise in leading change management initiatives within Agile delivery environments.
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities while managing aggressive deadlines. Knowledge of Supply Chain functions, practices, and operational challenges.
- Understanding of healthcare and clinical concepts.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.
- PMP - Project Mgmt Professional preferred.
- CMRP (Certified Materials & Resource Professionals) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS
Blood Borne Pathogens
Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
COMPENSATION
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $79.21 - $104.97 per hour.
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
INTRODUCTION
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
ABOUT THE JOB
Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview
The Director of Supply Chain Operational Excellence is a senior leadership role driving enterprise-wide efficiency, innovation, and transformation across a Gartner top-2 ranked healthcare supply chain. With system-wide influence and a seat at the leadership table, this role partners closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives to turn strategy into measurable results. The ideal candidate combines healthcare supply chain expertise with strong program management skills and a passion for developing people, leading change, and delivering measurable, enterprise-wide impact.
LOCATION
Stanford Health Care
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain continuous alignment with defined organizational and departmental strategic business objectives in conjunction with leadership.
- Direct and ensure the efficient operation of day-to-day activities of the team and ensure competency of all staff.
- Supports and partners on Change Management, Training and Communications activities as needed for effective performance improvement and project management.
- Act in an advisory capacity to all Supply Chain divisions, programs, staff and leaders.
- Provide expertise, guidance and training on Performance Improvement and Project Management best practices.
- Apply LEAN/Six Sigma principles and methods to identify waste reduction and performance optimization opportunities across Supply Chain operations.
- Implement, oversee and continuously improve Supply Chain systems, processes and standard work to drive the efficient management of operations across Logistics, Sourcing, Procurement, Business Office, Resiliency, Sustainability, Data Management and other functions.
- Build, develop and grow business relationships with Supply Chain’s key stakeholders and partners including but not limited to the Interventional Platform, A/P, Pharmacy, and IT.
- Lead cross-departmental initiatives, establishing strong governance, communication, and accountability to deliver progress measurable through mutually agreed KPIs.
- Align and collaborate with the enterprise Performance Improvement team and Stanford Operating System (SOS).
- Lead the implementation of programs and/or projects as assigned by the Administrative Director.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university. Relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered. Relevant experience in lieu of degree is in addition to the experience requirements for this position.
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and be effective at people management including the ability to delegate assignments and share decision-making with team members and direct reports as appropriate.
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to present, and to write in a clear and understandable manner.
- Ability to understand complex verbal or written instructions and translate to action to deliver quantitative and qualitative results.
- Must be well organized and systematic, and able to design, implement and maintain standard work processes.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies to lead complex project teams and large scope projects, including managing resources (people, costs, time).
- Familiar with and able to apply Lean Six Sigma concepts and techniques including value stream mapping, kaizen, Five Whys, VoC, RCA etc. for structured process improvement.
- Demonstrated expertise in leading change management initiatives within Agile delivery environments.
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities while managing aggressive deadlines. Knowledge of Supply Chain functions, practices, and operational challenges.
- Understanding of healthcare and clinical concepts.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred.
- PMP - Project Mgmt Professional preferred.
- CMRP (Certified Materials & Resource Professionals) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS
Blood Borne Pathogens
Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
COMPENSATION
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $79.21 - $104.97 per hour.
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Supply Chain Director
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Supply chain management must meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard. Gather degree transcripts and any professional certifications like APICS CSCP or CLTD that tie your academic background directly to the director-level role you're targeting.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Applications by SOC code 11-3071 (Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers). This shows which employers have recently certified positions, giving you a verified list of active H-1B sponsors.
Target manufacturers and large retailers first
Companies with complex, multi-tier supply chains, particularly in automotive, consumer electronics, and e-commerce fulfillment, file H-1B petitions for supply chain leadership most consistently. Migrate Mate surfaces these employers filtered by verified LCA filing history for this occupation.
Negotiate offer timing around the lottery window
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start date. If an employer extends an offer after April, your earliest possible H-1B start is the following October. Build this into your negotiations and onboarding timeline discussions.
Confirm the employer files as a cap-subject petitioner
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions year-round. Most supply chain director roles sit outside these employers, so verify the employer's cap status before factoring processing timelines into your offer decision.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. If your start date or current status expiration is close to October 1, ask the employer to include it in the filing to avoid gaps in work authorization.
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Find Supply Chain Director JobsSupply Chain Director H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Supply Chain Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or operations management. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. Employers strengthen the petition by showing the role involves complex vendor negotiations, multi-region inventory strategy, or systems integration that inherently requires degree-level expertise.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Supply Chain Director positions?
Employers in manufacturing, consumer goods, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and technology hardware sponsor H-1B petitions for supply chain leadership most frequently. You can verify which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code using the OFLC Wage Search, or search Migrate Mate for Supply Chain Director roles filtered by employers with active H-1B filing history.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Supply Chain Director roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you haven't fallen out of status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition covering the specific director-level duties of the new role.
How does prevailing wage affect H-1B sponsorship for this role?
The employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for a Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Manager in the work location, as determined by DOL. The wage level depends on your experience and the complexity of the role. Employers set this through a Labor Condition Application filed with the DOL before submitting the H-1B petition to USCIS. You can look up applicable wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search.
Does my supply chain certification count toward the specialty occupation requirement?
Certifications like APICS CSCP, CLTD, or Six Sigma Black Belt strengthen the petition but don't substitute for a qualifying bachelor's degree. USCIS primarily evaluates whether the role requires a specific academic discipline. If your degree is in a different field, a credentials evaluation showing equivalency, or a combination of education and progressive experience, may support the petition depending on how the employer documents the position.
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