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Supply Chain Director roles qualify for H-1B visa 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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Location: Houston, TX (On-site)
About Yinlun TDI LLC
Yinlun TDI LLC is a leading provider of advanced thermal management solutions for the U.S. automotive, commercial truck, and off highway markets. Following the acquisition by Zhejiang Yinlun Co., Ltd., Yinlun TDI has further strengthened its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities in the United States. Headquartered in Houston, TX, Yinlun TDI LLC maintains sales and engineering facilities in California, Michigan, and Illinois. With strong support from our parent company, we are well positioned for continued growth across conventional heat exchangers, hybrid, electric vehicle (EV), and autonomous driving sectors. Yinlun TDI LLC is an ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturer of heat exchangers and fluid cooling components for automotive, commercial truck, bus, and industrial markets.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director / Manager, North America to lead and oversee supply chain activities across the United States and Mexico operations. This position is responsible for strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, customs and trade compliance, logistics coordination, inventory optimization, and supply chain risk management. The role will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales teams to ensure a stable, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain throughout North America. This position will also support business growth, operational excellence, supplier localization, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead North America supply chain operations across the U.S. and Mexico, including sourcing, procurement, supplier management, logistics, customs compliance, and inventory control.
- Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies to support business growth, cost reduction, supplier localization, and supply chain resilience.
- Manage supplier selection, RFQ processes, contract negotiations, supplier performance reviews, audits, and escalation activities.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams to support APQP, PPAP, supplier qualification, new product launches, and ongoing production needs.
- Oversee import/export activities, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure cost-effective and compliant cross-border operations.
- Ensure compliance with U.S., Mexico, and international trade regulations, including USMCA requirements, tariff classification, country-of-origin determination, and trade documentation.
- Develop inventory and material planning strategies to improve material availability, inventory accuracy, inventory turns, and working capital efficiency.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to suppliers, logistics, trade compliance, material shortages, and geopolitical factors.
- Build, develop, and lead supply chain teams across North America while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Professional Experience
- Minimum 10–15 years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading procurement, supplier management, logistics, customs compliance, and inventory management functions.
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations across the United States and Mexico preferred.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier development, contract negotiation, inventory management, logistics operations, and trade compliance.
- Experience in automotive, industrial, or other complex manufacturing environments preferred.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and Mexico customs regulations, USMCA requirements, import/export processes, and cross-border logistics.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales.
- Experience in multinational manufacturing organizations supporting North America and Asia preferred.
Skills
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Business acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, delivery, compliance, and risk.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced global manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex supply chain challenges.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects across multiple locations.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, supply chain planning tools, and inventory management processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Mandarin Chinese and/or Spanish language proficiency preferred.
- Experience working with suppliers and operations in the U.S., Mexico, and China.
- Experience with IATF 16949 manufacturing environments preferred.
- Experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, thermal management, or industrial manufacturing industries.
- Experience leading supplier localization, cost reduction, and supply chain improvement initiatives.
Travel Requirement
This position is based in Houston, Texas, with approximately 30%–50% travel within the United States and Mexico.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays
- Career growth opportunities in a fast-paced, global environment
Job Title: Supply Chain Director, North America
Location: Houston, TX (On-site)
About Yinlun TDI LLC
Yinlun TDI LLC is a leading provider of advanced thermal management solutions for the U.S. automotive, commercial truck, and off highway markets. Following the acquisition by Zhejiang Yinlun Co., Ltd., Yinlun TDI has further strengthened its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities in the United States. Headquartered in Houston, TX, Yinlun TDI LLC maintains sales and engineering facilities in California, Michigan, and Illinois. With strong support from our parent company, we are well positioned for continued growth across conventional heat exchangers, hybrid, electric vehicle (EV), and autonomous driving sectors. Yinlun TDI LLC is an ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturer of heat exchangers and fluid cooling components for automotive, commercial truck, bus, and industrial markets.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director / Manager, North America to lead and oversee supply chain activities across the United States and Mexico operations. This position is responsible for strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, customs and trade compliance, logistics coordination, inventory optimization, and supply chain risk management. The role will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales teams to ensure a stable, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain throughout North America. This position will also support business growth, operational excellence, supplier localization, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead North America supply chain operations across the U.S. and Mexico, including sourcing, procurement, supplier management, logistics, customs compliance, and inventory control.
- Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies to support business growth, cost reduction, supplier localization, and supply chain resilience.
- Manage supplier selection, RFQ processes, contract negotiations, supplier performance reviews, audits, and escalation activities.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams to support APQP, PPAP, supplier qualification, new product launches, and ongoing production needs.
- Oversee import/export activities, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to ensure cost-effective and compliant cross-border operations.
- Ensure compliance with U.S., Mexico, and international trade regulations, including USMCA requirements, tariff classification, country-of-origin determination, and trade documentation.
- Develop inventory and material planning strategies to improve material availability, inventory accuracy, inventory turns, and working capital efficiency.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to suppliers, logistics, trade compliance, material shortages, and geopolitical factors.
- Build, develop, and lead supply chain teams across North America while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Professional Experience
- Minimum 10–15 years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading procurement, supplier management, logistics, customs compliance, and inventory management functions.
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations across the United States and Mexico preferred.
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier development, contract negotiation, inventory management, logistics operations, and trade compliance.
- Experience in automotive, industrial, or other complex manufacturing environments preferred.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and Mexico customs regulations, USMCA requirements, import/export processes, and cross-border logistics.
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales.
- Experience in multinational manufacturing organizations supporting North America and Asia preferred.
Skills
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Business acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, delivery, compliance, and risk.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced global manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex supply chain challenges.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects across multiple locations.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, supply chain planning tools, and inventory management processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Mandarin Chinese and/or Spanish language proficiency preferred.
- Experience working with suppliers and operations in the U.S., Mexico, and China.
- Experience with IATF 16949 manufacturing environments preferred.
- Experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, thermal management, or industrial manufacturing industries.
- Experience leading supplier localization, cost reduction, and supply chain improvement initiatives.
Travel Requirement
This position is based in Houston, Texas, with approximately 30%–50% travel within the United States and Mexico.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays
- Career growth opportunities in a fast-paced, global environment
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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.
H-1B Visa Supply Chain Director: 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.