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And Operations Planning jobs on OPT typically fall under business operations or supply chain functions, both of which qualify for standard 12-month OPT and STEM OPT extension if your degree is in engineering, business analytics, or a related STEM field. Employers in this space regularly hire F-1 candidates for demand planning, capacity analysis, and cross-functional coordination roles.
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Wonderful Citrus is America's largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus owns, cultivates and harvests more than 58,000 acres of fresh citrus and ships around the world each year to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across America under the flagship consumer brands of Wonderful Halos mandarins and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red grapefruit.
Job Description
- Own the S&OP process for assigned citrus varieties
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Sourcing to align demand and supply plans
- Analyze inventory performance across citrus varieties, proactively identify aged and slow-moving inventory, and partner cross-functionally to develop action plans
- Measure and report out Exporter performance, including volume adherence and quality
- Build and enhance dashboards, reports, and presentation materials for S&OP meetings
- Present insights and recommendations to cross functional stakeholders
- Monitor inbound shipment schedules and port arrivals to ensure alignment with demand plans
- Identify manual or inefficient processes and recommend automation solutions
- Support Operations teams with ad hoc analysis and tasks
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years old
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field
- Proven ability to think critically and solve complex problems
- Proficient Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas); familiarity with Power BI, or automation tools is a plus
- Basic understanding of forecasting, inventory management, or supply chain concepts preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions
Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour.
Additional Information
Wonderful's dedication to you:
- Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
- Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
Wonderful Giving - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
Why Choose Wonderful?
Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.
To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com.
Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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Company Description
Wonderful Citrus is America's largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus owns, cultivates and harvests more than 58,000 acres of fresh citrus and ships around the world each year to ensure a year-round supply. Our citrus can be found in all channels of distribution, with our consumer brands most visible in the produce department of grocery stores across America under the flagship consumer brands of Wonderful Halos mandarins and Wonderful Sweet Scarletts Texas Red grapefruit.
Job Description
- Own the S&OP process for assigned citrus varieties
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Sourcing to align demand and supply plans
- Analyze inventory performance across citrus varieties, proactively identify aged and slow-moving inventory, and partner cross-functionally to develop action plans
- Measure and report out Exporter performance, including volume adherence and quality
- Build and enhance dashboards, reports, and presentation materials for S&OP meetings
- Present insights and recommendations to cross functional stakeholders
- Monitor inbound shipment schedules and port arrivals to ensure alignment with demand plans
- Identify manual or inefficient processes and recommend automation solutions
- Support Operations teams with ad hoc analysis and tasks
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years old
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field
- Proven ability to think critically and solve complex problems
- Proficient Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas); familiarity with Power BI, or automation tools is a plus
- Basic understanding of forecasting, inventory management, or supply chain concepts preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions
Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour.
Additional Information
Wonderful's dedication to you:
- Competitive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
- Continued training and generous Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid sick, vacation and holiday time
Wonderful Giving - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
Why Choose Wonderful?
Wonderful Citrus is part of The Wonderful Company, a privately held $6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world. Its iconic brands include FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN and Lewis Cellars wines. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA.
To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit wonderful.com, or follow The Wonderful Company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. To learn more about the company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit csr.wonderful.com.
Wonderful Citrus and The Wonderful Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in And Operations Planning
Confirm your degree supports STEM OPT
Operations planning roles often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in industrial engineering, supply chain, or business analytics. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles requiring longer authorization.
Target companies with established OPT hiring processes
Large manufacturers, logistics firms, and tech companies with dedicated HR teams are far more likely to have processed OPT candidates before. Smaller companies may be willing but lack the administrative infrastructure to move quickly.
Address your OPT timeline early and directly
Operations planning hiring cycles can run eight to twelve weeks. If your OPT start date or expiration creates a timing conflict, raise it in the first recruiter screen so both sides can plan rather than stall late in the process.
Highlight systems and tools experience prominently
Employers hiring for operations planning prioritize candidates with hands-on experience in SAP, Oracle, or Excel-based planning models. Quantify your impact with metrics like forecast accuracy improvements or inventory reduction percentages to stand out.
Use Migrate Mate to focus your search on sponsoring employers
Browsing general job boards wastes time on roles that will not consider OPT candidates. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers open to sponsoring international workers, which is especially useful in competitive operations planning hiring markets.
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Do operations planning jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree falls under an approved STEM CIP code, such as industrial engineering, supply chain management, or business analytics, you can apply for the 24-month extension regardless of your exact job title. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO and ensure the role is directly related to your field of study.
How do I find operations planning employers who are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job postings do not specify whether a company will consider OPT, which makes filtering difficult. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this problem, showing you operations planning roles at employers who have sponsored international workers before. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering visa limitations late in the process.
Can I work in operations planning while my STEM OPT extension application is pending?
Yes, as long as you filed the STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT expired, you are covered by an automatic 180-day cap-gap while USCIS processes it. You must remain employed at an E-Verify employer during this period. Do not stop working or change employers without first consulting your DSO.
What does an operations planning employer need to do to support my OPT?
For standard OPT, the employer does not file anything with USCIS. Your DSO updates your SEVIS record and issues a new I-20. For STEM OPT, the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan with you. The administrative burden on the employer is relatively low compared to H-1B sponsorship, which makes OPT an easier ask.
Is operations planning considered a specialty occupation for future H-1B sponsorship?
It can be, depending on how the role is defined. Positions requiring a specific bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or business analytics generally qualify as specialty occupations. Roles framed as general management or coordinator-level work with no specific degree requirement are more likely to face an H-1B challenge. The job description language your employer uses when filing matters considerably.
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