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Assistant Operations Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, supply chain, or industrial engineering. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and the operational leadership experience you build directly supports long-term visa pathways.
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The NA Delivery Service Partner (DSP) Performance Org exists to drive accountability, quality, and safety across Amazon's last mile delivery network. Our mission is to ensure that our Delivery Service Partners consistently raise the bar on customer experience and delivery quality, while actively protecting the health of the network and mitigating risk to Amazon and the communities we serve.
The DFI Performance Ops team serves as the operational backbone for multiple high-impact programs across the Delivery Service Partner and Last Mile organization. We provide these programs with operational support, including case management, high-judgment investigations, data analysis, and process improvement.
As a Performance Ops Specialist II, you will be an individual contributor operating at the intersection of operations, investigations, and cross-functional partnerships. In this role, you will conduct complex, high-judgment investigations and data-driven research that directly inform consequential decisions affecting DSPs and DSP drivers across the network. You will identify systemic process gaps, contribute to SOP development/refinement, and collaborate with Operations and Program Managers to implement scalable, lasting solutions. This requirements of this role demand the ability to manage ambiguity with confidence, balance competing priorities with sound judgment, and operate with a high degree of ownership — making it an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where their work has direct and visible impact.
Key job responsibilities
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Executes high-judgment case investigations in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), leveraging multiple Amazon internal tools to conduct thorough, accurate, and timely decision-making across supported programs.
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Proactively identifies and escalates recurring issues, pain points, and operational risks to the appropriate stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution and visibility at the right levels of the organization.
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Prepares and presents operational call-outs, findings, and recommendations to leadership during business reviews, communicating complex information clearly and with appropriate context.
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Partners with cross-functional stakeholders across the Last Mile organization to operationally support programs that enable DSPs and DSP drivers to perform safely and successfully.
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Applies broad, strategic thinking across the Last Mile space to develop holistic, scalable solutions that address both immediate operational needs and longer-term program health.
About the team
The Delivery Feedback and Insights (DFI) Performance Ops team is the operational backbone of Amazon's last mile accountability and safety programs. We partner with high-impact programs to deliver expert case management, high-judgment investigations, and data-driven process improvement at scale.
Our team is built on a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. We move fast, think big, and hold ourselves to a high bar — because the decisions we make directly affect DSPs, DSP drivers, and the customers they serve. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your work has real, visible impact, you'll find a home here.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
- Experience with Microsoft office tools like Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote
- Experience prioritizing and handling multiple assignments at any given time while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
- Experience using Salesforce or other CRM tool
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with operations, risk, fraud investigations etc.
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience prioritizing and delivering projects on time in a fast-moving environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 16.82 - 28.07 USD hourly
DESCRIPTION
The NA Delivery Service Partner (DSP) Performance Org exists to drive accountability, quality, and safety across Amazon's last mile delivery network. Our mission is to ensure that our Delivery Service Partners consistently raise the bar on customer experience and delivery quality, while actively protecting the health of the network and mitigating risk to Amazon and the communities we serve.
The DFI Performance Ops team serves as the operational backbone for multiple high-impact programs across the Delivery Service Partner and Last Mile organization. We provide these programs with operational support, including case management, high-judgment investigations, data analysis, and process improvement.
As a Performance Ops Specialist II, you will be an individual contributor operating at the intersection of operations, investigations, and cross-functional partnerships. In this role, you will conduct complex, high-judgment investigations and data-driven research that directly inform consequential decisions affecting DSPs and DSP drivers across the network. You will identify systemic process gaps, contribute to SOP development/refinement, and collaborate with Operations and Program Managers to implement scalable, lasting solutions. This requirements of this role demand the ability to manage ambiguity with confidence, balance competing priorities with sound judgment, and operate with a high degree of ownership — making it an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where their work has direct and visible impact.
Key job responsibilities
-
Executes high-judgment case investigations in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), leveraging multiple Amazon internal tools to conduct thorough, accurate, and timely decision-making across supported programs.
-
Proactively identifies and escalates recurring issues, pain points, and operational risks to the appropriate stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution and visibility at the right levels of the organization.
-
Prepares and presents operational call-outs, findings, and recommendations to leadership during business reviews, communicating complex information clearly and with appropriate context.
-
Partners with cross-functional stakeholders across the Last Mile organization to operationally support programs that enable DSPs and DSP drivers to perform safely and successfully.
-
Applies broad, strategic thinking across the Last Mile space to develop holistic, scalable solutions that address both immediate operational needs and longer-term program health.
About the team
The Delivery Feedback and Insights (DFI) Performance Ops team is the operational backbone of Amazon's last mile accountability and safety programs. We partner with high-impact programs to deliver expert case management, high-judgment investigations, and data-driven process improvement at scale.
Our team is built on a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. We move fast, think big, and hold ourselves to a high bar — because the decisions we make directly affect DSPs, DSP drivers, and the customers they serve. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your work has real, visible impact, you'll find a home here.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience
- Experience with Microsoft office tools like Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote
- Experience prioritizing and handling multiple assignments at any given time while maintaining commitment to deadlines, or experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
- Experience using Salesforce or other CRM tool
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with operations, risk, fraud investigations etc.
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
- Experience prioritizing and delivering projects on time in a fast-moving environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 16.82 - 28.07 USD hourly
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Assistant Operations Manager
Target companies with active H-1B histories
Employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before are far more likely to do it again. Search OPT roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented sponsorship track records so you're not guessing about their willingness.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Operations management roles require a specific degree field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Lead with your business, engineering, or supply chain degree in your resume and cover letter to make the H-1B eligibility case obvious for hiring managers.
Start the conversation about sponsorship early
Raising sponsorship late in the process wastes everyone's time. Mention your OPT authorization and your H-1B eligibility timeline in your first recruiter screen so only interested employers move you forward.
Apply with enough runway on your OPT
H-1B petitions must be filed before your OPT expires. Apply to Assistant Operations Manager roles at least six months before your authorization ends so employers have time to initiate sponsorship without pressure.
Highlight quantifiable operational impact
Sponsoring employers want evidence you'll perform. Use concrete numbers on your resume, reduced costs by a percentage, improved throughput, cut cycle times, to demonstrate the specialized value that justifies the H-1B filing investment.
Clarify your STEM OPT extension eligibility upfront
If your degree is in a STEM field like industrial or systems engineering, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. Communicating this gives employers an additional two years before H-1B sponsorship becomes urgent, which meaningfully increases your appeal.
Assistant Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Assistant Operations Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Assistant Operations Manager roles are generally considered specialty occupations that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as business administration, supply chain management, or industrial engineering. As long as your OPT authorization is active and the role aligns with your degree, you're eligible to work in this position.
Do Assistant Operations Manager jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large employers in manufacturing, logistics, retail, and technology. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards when the employer can demonstrate a degree requirement. Companies with existing immigration infrastructure are the most reliable path. Migrate Mate filters for employers with sponsorship histories so you can focus your applications effectively.
How does a STEM OPT extension affect my job search for this role?
If your degree is in a STEM field, you can apply for a 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total work authorization. For employers, that extra runway reduces urgency around H-1B sponsorship and often makes them more willing to hire. Business degrees alone do not qualify for the STEM extension.
Does my degree field need to match the Assistant Operations Manager role?
Yes. OPT authorization requires that your employment be directly related to your major field of study. An Assistant Operations Manager role will typically align with degrees in business administration, operations management, supply chain, or industrial engineering. If your degree is in an unrelated field, the role may not satisfy OPT requirements and could affect your status.
What should I look for in an employer to maximize my chances of sponsorship?
Look for employers who have filed H-1B petitions before, have an in-house HR or legal team familiar with immigration, and operate in industries like logistics, manufacturing, or tech where OPT hiring is common. Company size matters too since larger organizations typically have the resources and established processes to sponsor international employees without friction.