J-1 Visa Supply Chain Jobs
Supply chain roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee and Intern program categories, both requiring a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019. Finding a host employer willing to support J-1 sponsorship is your first hurdle, this page lists positions where that groundwork is already in place.
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Club Car, LLC is a U.S. based manufacturer of small-wheel, zero-emissions electric vehicles. The Company distributes electric and gasoline golf cars for recreational use and off-road utility vehicles for golf, commercial, and industrial use through an expansive global network. With more than 60 years of industry-leading innovation and design, Club Car achieved superior vehicle performance leading it to become the official golf car of the PGA of America, PGA TOUR Tournament Players Club (TPC) Network and European Tour. Founded in 1958, Club Car was recently acquired by Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC. The company operates a worldwide network of more than 350 dealers and distributors and generates ~\$1.5B in revenue annually.
ROLE
Club Car is looking for a high potential candidate to join the Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (LDP). The purpose of Club Car’s Supply Chain LDP is to provide a structured environment where you will be immersed directly into various supply chain roles. During which each candidate will be able to harness their unique talents and interests as you rotate through the development program and contribute straight to the company’s overall success.
What’s the commitment? The Club Car Supply Chain LDP is a 3.5-year program consisting of three 1-year rotations and one 6-month rotation spanning across various supply chain functions. Within each rotation, you will take on direct responsibilities for each unique role working side by side with our current Supply Chain Teams. In addition, Club Car will invest in each Club Car SCLDP candidate by creating opportunities to lead Continuous Improvement projects and funding both professional certification(s) and continuous education/training. Associates will also have increased visibility to C-level leadership through business updates, presentations, and networking opportunities. Supply Chain LDP associates will also have the potential to rotate throughout several different geographical locations. Assignments are based on business need and may be subject to change. A presence on-site is required to participate in the LDP program. Relocation will be discussed upon hire and continually throughout the program as your location changes.
Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are placed into an open role that aligns with both the associate’s strengths/interests as well as business needs.
Potential Rotations
- Material Planner
- Production Scheduler
- Analyst (SIOP, NPD, Sourcing, Manufacturing)
- Associate Category Manager
Potential Locations
- Augusta, GA
- Charlotte, NC
- Copenhagen, DE
- Jiaxing, China
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The Successful Supply Chain LDP team member will meet the following minimum qualifications:
- BS degree in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent concentration required
- Experience gained through Supply Chain internships or other related work involvement required
- Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, presentation and communication skills required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic understanding of Six Sigma (Supply Chain) preferred
- Experience with data reporting tools (PowerBI or Tableau) preferred
Club Car is a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce, including individuals with disabilities and United States-qualified protected veterans.
Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated at Club Car.
INTRODUCTION
Club Car, LLC is a U.S. based manufacturer of small-wheel, zero-emissions electric vehicles. The Company distributes electric and gasoline golf cars for recreational use and off-road utility vehicles for golf, commercial, and industrial use through an expansive global network. With more than 60 years of industry-leading innovation and design, Club Car achieved superior vehicle performance leading it to become the official golf car of the PGA of America, PGA TOUR Tournament Players Club (TPC) Network and European Tour. Founded in 1958, Club Car was recently acquired by Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC. The company operates a worldwide network of more than 350 dealers and distributors and generates ~\$1.5B in revenue annually.
ROLE
Club Car is looking for a high potential candidate to join the Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (LDP). The purpose of Club Car’s Supply Chain LDP is to provide a structured environment where you will be immersed directly into various supply chain roles. During which each candidate will be able to harness their unique talents and interests as you rotate through the development program and contribute straight to the company’s overall success.
What’s the commitment? The Club Car Supply Chain LDP is a 3.5-year program consisting of three 1-year rotations and one 6-month rotation spanning across various supply chain functions. Within each rotation, you will take on direct responsibilities for each unique role working side by side with our current Supply Chain Teams. In addition, Club Car will invest in each Club Car SCLDP candidate by creating opportunities to lead Continuous Improvement projects and funding both professional certification(s) and continuous education/training. Associates will also have increased visibility to C-level leadership through business updates, presentations, and networking opportunities. Supply Chain LDP associates will also have the potential to rotate throughout several different geographical locations. Assignments are based on business need and may be subject to change. A presence on-site is required to participate in the LDP program. Relocation will be discussed upon hire and continually throughout the program as your location changes.
Upon successful completion of the program, candidates are placed into an open role that aligns with both the associate’s strengths/interests as well as business needs.
Potential Rotations
- Material Planner
- Production Scheduler
- Analyst (SIOP, NPD, Sourcing, Manufacturing)
- Associate Category Manager
Potential Locations
- Augusta, GA
- Charlotte, NC
- Copenhagen, DE
- Jiaxing, China
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The Successful Supply Chain LDP team member will meet the following minimum qualifications:
- BS degree in Business, Supply Chain, or equivalent concentration required
- Experience gained through Supply Chain internships or other related work involvement required
- Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, presentation and communication skills required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic understanding of Six Sigma (Supply Chain) preferred
- Experience with data reporting tools (PowerBI or Tableau) preferred
Club Car is a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce, including individuals with disabilities and United States-qualified protected veterans.
Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated at Club Car.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Supply Chain
Align your training plan with actual duties
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training Plan outlining specific supply chain competencies you'll develop. Vague plans citing generic logistics tasks get rejected. Map each phase to measurable outcomes like procurement cycle management or inventory optimization.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program. Trainee status requires either a degree plus one year of relevant experience, or five years of supply chain work experience. Confirming which category fits you before contacting host employers prevents avoidable offer collapses.
Target host employers with existing compliance infrastructure
Host organizations must sign your Training Plan and accept oversight from your designated sponsor. Smaller importers and distributors often lack the HR capacity for this. Mid-size manufacturers, 3PL providers, and multinationals with international workforce programs are more reliably equipped.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned supply chain roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter supply chain positions at employers who have supported exchange visitor placements. This reduces time spent on outreach to hosts unfamiliar with DS-2019 requirements or sponsor compliance obligations in operations and logistics settings.
Check the home residency requirement before accepting offers
Supply chain Trainees sponsored through certain government-funded programs may trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your funding source or nationality creates this obligation before signing any offer letter.
Verify wage compliance against DOL benchmarks
Your host employer must pay J-1 exchange visitors wages comparable to U.S. workers in the same role. Run the job title through O*NET to confirm the Standard Occupational Classification code, then validate the offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search for that location.
Supply Chain J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to supply chain roles?
Most supply chain positions fall under the Trainee category if you hold a degree and at least one year of relevant experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Current students completing a degree in logistics, operations, or business may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor confirms which category applies based on your credentials and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for supply chain positions, the employer or a separate organization?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT issue the DS-2019 form that makes the visa possible. The host employer where you work is legally distinct from the sponsor. Both parties must agree to their respective obligations before your application proceeds.
How do I find supply chain employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Most job boards don't filter by J-1 compatibility, which means significant outreach goes to hosts unfamiliar with DS-2019 obligations or Training Plan requirements. Migrate Mate surfaces supply chain roles at employers who have engaged with exchange visitor programs, letting you prioritize outreach to hosts already comfortable with the sponsorship structure.
What does a valid J-1 Training Plan need to cover for a supply chain role?
Your designated sponsor requires a phased Training Plan describing specific skills and tasks you'll practice, the supervision structure, and measurable learning outcomes tied to supply chain functions. Generic descriptions of warehouse or procurement duties are typically rejected. Plans that specify rotations across sourcing, demand planning, or logistics operations with defined timelines and supervisors are more likely to be approved.
Can a J-1 supply chain placement lead to longer-term work authorization in the United States?
J-1 status is temporary and program-specific. It doesn't convert directly to work authorization. Some exchange visitors transition to H-1B visa or other employer-sponsored status after completing their program, but that requires a separate application process and an employer willing to petition. If a two-year home residency requirement applies to your J-1, you must satisfy or waive it before changing to most other visa categories.