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Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.
Location: Tigard/Tualatin, OR (on-site)
Reports To: IT Operations Leadership
Employee Class: Regular, Full-Time
About the Company
Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.
Position Summary
The Senior IT Operations Lead serves as the site IT lead for Fanatics Collectibles' Tigard/Tualatin, OR footprint, supporting a 200-person operations environment and helping stand up IT infrastructure for a new 144,000 square foot facility in Tualatin. This is a hands-on, collaborative role: the person in this seat spends time on the floor, on the tools, and in the buildout, working closely with network and infrastructure engineering teams, vendors, and site operations leadership. Strong operational IT experience and the ability to work independently while partnering across teams are key to success.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Buildout:
- Serve as the on-site IT lead for the build-out of the new 144,000 sq ft Tualatin facility, from infrastructure design input through go-live, in close partnership with network and infrastructure engineering teams
- Coordinate network, cabling, wireless, and endpoint infrastructure installation with contractors, vendors, and internal engineering teams
- Help drive IT readiness milestones against the facility's overall construction and move-in timeline
- Flag and help resolve infrastructure gaps or delays before they affect occupancy or operations start dates
Day-to-Day Site Operations:
- Act as the primary IT point of contact for a 200-person operation across Tigard and Tualatin sites
- Support a 24/7 operational facility, helping coordinate coverage and partnering with vendors and internal teams on after-hours and off-shift issues
- Provide hands-on desktop, network, and systems support, troubleshooting issues directly and partnering with other teams as needed
- Help maintain uptime and performance of local network, server, and endpoint infrastructure
- Manage local IT asset inventory, procurement coordination, and lifecycle replacement
- Support site-level compliance with security, access control, and IT policy standards
Operational Leadership:
- Build and maintain relationships with site operations leadership to align IT support with business needs
- Serve as the on-the-ground IT stakeholder for change management, coordinating planned changes with site operations, internal Infrastructure and Networking teams, and vendor teams to minimize disruption
- Help establish and continuously improve local IT support processes, documentation, and escalation paths
- Provide input to broader IT Operations leadership on site-specific staffing, tooling, and infrastructure needs
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships specific to the site
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of progressive IT operations experience, including hands-on infrastructure and end-user support work
- Experience supporting a facility build-out or major site infrastructure deployment, ideally in partnership with network/infrastructure engineering teams
- Strong working knowledge of enterprise networking, systems administration, and endpoint management
- Experience supporting a mid-to-large scale (150+ person) operational site, ideally in a warehouse, logistics, or industrial environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while collaborating effectively across teams, and to prioritize competing demands in a fast-moving environment
- Strong vendor and contractor management skills
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues for non-technical operations stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience as a site IT lead or IT manager for a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing facility
- Experience supporting a 24/7 operational environment
- Experience with change management processes in an operational or facility setting
- Experience with physical security systems, badge access, and facility-integrated IT infrastructure
- Familiarity with ServiceNow, Jira, or comparable ITSM tooling
Physical/On-Site Requirements
- This role is on-site in Tigard/Tualatin, OR; remote or hybrid work is not available for this position
- Regular presence on the operations floor and at the active construction site is required
- Some flexibility in hours may be required to support facility milestones, 24/7 operational coverage, and change management windows
Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers
By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our Candidate Privacy Policy.
About us
Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.
Location: Tigard/Tualatin, OR (on-site)
Reports To: IT Operations Leadership
Employee Class: Regular, Full-Time
About the Company
Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.
Position Summary
The Senior IT Operations Lead serves as the site IT lead for Fanatics Collectibles' Tigard/Tualatin, OR footprint, supporting a 200-person operations environment and helping stand up IT infrastructure for a new 144,000 square foot facility in Tualatin. This is a hands-on, collaborative role: the person in this seat spends time on the floor, on the tools, and in the buildout, working closely with network and infrastructure engineering teams, vendors, and site operations leadership. Strong operational IT experience and the ability to work independently while partnering across teams are key to success.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Buildout:
- Serve as the on-site IT lead for the build-out of the new 144,000 sq ft Tualatin facility, from infrastructure design input through go-live, in close partnership with network and infrastructure engineering teams
- Coordinate network, cabling, wireless, and endpoint infrastructure installation with contractors, vendors, and internal engineering teams
- Help drive IT readiness milestones against the facility's overall construction and move-in timeline
- Flag and help resolve infrastructure gaps or delays before they affect occupancy or operations start dates
Day-to-Day Site Operations:
- Act as the primary IT point of contact for a 200-person operation across Tigard and Tualatin sites
- Support a 24/7 operational facility, helping coordinate coverage and partnering with vendors and internal teams on after-hours and off-shift issues
- Provide hands-on desktop, network, and systems support, troubleshooting issues directly and partnering with other teams as needed
- Help maintain uptime and performance of local network, server, and endpoint infrastructure
- Manage local IT asset inventory, procurement coordination, and lifecycle replacement
- Support site-level compliance with security, access control, and IT policy standards
Operational Leadership:
- Build and maintain relationships with site operations leadership to align IT support with business needs
- Serve as the on-the-ground IT stakeholder for change management, coordinating planned changes with site operations, internal Infrastructure and Networking teams, and vendor teams to minimize disruption
- Help establish and continuously improve local IT support processes, documentation, and escalation paths
- Provide input to broader IT Operations leadership on site-specific staffing, tooling, and infrastructure needs
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships specific to the site
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of progressive IT operations experience, including hands-on infrastructure and end-user support work
- Experience supporting a facility build-out or major site infrastructure deployment, ideally in partnership with network/infrastructure engineering teams
- Strong working knowledge of enterprise networking, systems administration, and endpoint management
- Experience supporting a mid-to-large scale (150+ person) operational site, ideally in a warehouse, logistics, or industrial environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while collaborating effectively across teams, and to prioritize competing demands in a fast-moving environment
- Strong vendor and contractor management skills
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues for non-technical operations stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience as a site IT lead or IT manager for a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing facility
- Experience supporting a 24/7 operational environment
- Experience with change management processes in an operational or facility setting
- Experience with physical security systems, badge access, and facility-integrated IT infrastructure
- Familiarity with ServiceNow, Jira, or comparable ITSM tooling
Physical/On-Site Requirements
- This role is on-site in Tigard/Tualatin, OR; remote or hybrid work is not available for this position
- Regular presence on the operations floor and at the active construction site is required
- Some flexibility in hours may be required to support facility milestones, 24/7 operational coverage, and change management windows
Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers
By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our Candidate Privacy Policy.
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Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B1 visa requires a direct connection between your academic credential and the Operations Lead position. A business administration or industrial engineering degree maps cleanly, but a general science degree may prompt a consular officer to question the nexus. Check the O*NET occupation profile for this role before your interview.
Search verified H-1B1 sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter employers by H-1B1 Singapore LCA filing history on Migrate Mate before applying. Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Singapore nationals in operations roles have already cleared the prevailing wage and compliance steps, which shortens your path to an offer.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during offer negotiations
Your employer must be E-Verify compliant to sponsor H-1B1 visa status. Raise this before accepting an offer. Many mid-size operations employers haven't enrolled because they've never hired a Singaporean national, but enrollment is straightforward and shouldn't delay your start date if addressed early.
Confirm the LCA covers your actual work location
Operations Lead roles often involve supervising across multiple sites or regions. The DOL Labor Condition Application must list every location where you'll work for more than 40 continuous workdays. If your role involves regional travel, flag this to your employer's HR team before the LCA is filed.
Benchmark your offered salary against OFLC Wage Search
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter. The LCA must certify the employer is paying at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geography. Coming in below Level II wage for operations management is a common filing error that delays certification.
Apply for a two-year visa stamp, not one
H-1B1 Singapore visas are issued for one or two years at consular discretion. Request a two-year validity at your appointment. Operations Lead roles involve long project cycles, and a two-year stamp avoids an early return to your home country for renewal while you're mid-program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business administration, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations management. Generalist management roles that accept any degree field are harder to support. Your employer's job description must make the degree requirement explicit, not just preferred.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore differ from the H-1B for Operations Lead positions?
For Operations Lead roles, the practical difference is significant. H-1B visa requires employer-filed USCIS petitions, a lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection chance, and months of processing. H-1B1 Singapore skips all of that. You apply directly at the consulate with your employer's certified LCA and a job offer letter. The 5,400-visa annual cap has never been fully used, so timing is not a constraint.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B1 Singapore visas for operations roles before?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B1 visa LCA filing history, so you can see which employers have already navigated the process for Singaporean nationals in operations positions. Targeting these employers shortens your search because the HR and legal teams are already familiar with the visa type and won't need to be educated from scratch.
Can my employer file the H-1B1 paperwork through USCIS instead of the consulate?
Yes, but it's uncommon. Most H-1B1 Singapore applicants process at a U.S. consulate in Singapore, which is faster and avoids USCIS petition fees. USCIS filing is available if you're already in the U.S. and want to change or extend status without traveling, but consular processing is the standard path for new hires coming from Singapore.
What happens if my Operations Lead role expands into managing teams across multiple U.S. states?
The DOL requires the LCA to cover every location where you work for more than 40 continuous workdays. If your role evolves to include on-site supervision at facilities outside the original LCA geography, your employer needs to file an amended LCA before you begin work at those sites. Failing to update the LCA is a compliance violation that can affect future sponsorship.