J-1 Visa Supply Chain Planning Jobs
Supply Chain Planning roles in the United States are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories. Host employers across manufacturing, retail, and logistics sectors work with State Department-designated sponsors to issue the DS-2019 and oversee your training plan.
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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 Planning
Frame your training plan around measurable outcomes
Your DS-2019 requires a structured Training/Internship Placement Plan (T/IPP). Document specific supply chain competencies you'll develop, such as demand forecasting, inventory optimization, or ERP system proficiency, with clear timelines and performance benchmarks the designated sponsor will review.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility before applying
J-1 visa Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program. If you've graduated, you qualify as a Trainee, which allows up to 18 months and requires at least one year of prior supply chain work experience outside the United States.
Search Migrate Mate to find host employers open to J-1 placements
Not every supply chain employer advertises J-1 compatibility. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. companies actively seeking international professionals in planning, procurement, and operations roles where J-1 host arrangements are already established.
Target host employers with existing ERP and planning infrastructure
Hosts must demonstrate that your role provides genuine training, not just task execution. Companies running SAP, Oracle SCM, or similar platforms can document structured rotation schedules across planning, sourcing, and logistics, which strengthens the T/IPP and satisfies designated sponsor review.
Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement before accepting an offer
Some J-1 participants in Trainee and Specialist categories are subject to a two-year home country residency requirement before obtaining certain U.S. immigrant or nonimmigrant visas. Verify your country's bilateral exchange agreements early, as this affects any post-program H-1B visa or green card pathway.
Align your credential documentation with DOL occupational standards
Before outreach to host employers, map your academic transcripts and work history to the O*NET profile for supply chain operations specialists. This alignment makes it easier for the designated sponsor's program officer to verify your training plan meets the role's educational and experiential baseline.
Supply Chain Planning J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Supply Chain Planning role?
Current students pursuing degrees in supply chain, operations, or business typically use the J-1 Intern category. Professionals who have already graduated and have at least one year of relevant supply chain experience outside the U.S. qualify under the Trainee category, which allows placements up to 18 months in business and industrial training.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a supply chain position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue your DS-2019, review and approve your Training/Internship Placement Plan, and monitor compliance throughout your program. Your employer is the host organization, which provides the actual supply chain training environment.
How do I find supply chain host employers who work with J-1 sponsors?
Most supply chain employers don't advertise J-1 host openings through standard job boards. Migrate Mate aggregates U.S. employers in planning, procurement, and logistics who actively seek international professionals, making it easier to identify companies already familiar with J-1 host arrangements before you begin outreach.
What does a strong Training/Internship Placement Plan look like for supply chain roles?
A strong T/IPP specifies the supply chain functions you'll rotate through, such as demand planning, inventory control, supplier coordination, and S&OP processes, along with weekly hour allocations and measurable learning objectives. The designated sponsor will reject plans that read as standard employment rather than structured cross-functional training with clear developmental milestones.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect supply chain J-1 participants?
It can. If your J-1 is funded by your home government, a U.S. government agency, or your home country appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement. This must be waived or fulfilled before you can apply for an H-1B or pursue adjustment of status, so confirm your status with USCIS early in the process.