OPT Data Management & Strategy - Manager Jobs
Data Management & Strategy Manager roles sit at the intersection of data governance, analytics infrastructure, and business decision-making, making them strong fits for OPT authorization. Most positions require a degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field, and STEM OPT extension eligibility is common for graduates from qualifying programs.
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As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Data Management & Strategy - Manager
Lead with your technical governance credentials
Hiring managers for these roles want to see hands-on experience with data cataloging, metadata management, or master data governance tools. Highlight specific platforms you've worked with and the scale of data environments you've managed in your application materials.
Confirm your STEM OPT extension eligibility early
Data Management and Strategy Manager roles typically fall under CIP codes in computer science or information systems, qualifying for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying so you can communicate a three-year OPT window to employers.
Address OPT authorization proactively in your cover letter
State your current OPT status, your expiration date, and STEM extension eligibility in the first paragraph of your cover letter. Employers weighing sponsorship decisions need this timeline upfront to assess whether hiring you before H-1B visa filing deadlines is feasible.
Target companies with established data governance functions
Organizations with dedicated data offices, CDO roles, or published data strategy frameworks are more likely to sponsor visas because they have structured hiring pipelines. Financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology companies consistently file LCAs for these manager-level data roles.
Frame your experience around business impact, not just technical tools
Manager-level hiring panels want evidence that you've translated data strategy into measurable outcomes. Quantify improvements to data quality, reductions in reporting errors, or faster decision cycles your work enabled rather than listing tools alone.
Connect your academic research to enterprise data challenges
If your graduate thesis or capstone involved data quality frameworks, ETL pipelines, or information architecture, reference those projects explicitly. Academic work that mirrors real business problems signals that you can contribute immediately, which reduces perceived risk for sponsors.
Data Management & Strategy - Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Data Management & Strategy Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Data Management and Strategy Manager is a specialty occupation that directly aligns with degrees in information systems, computer science, data science, and related fields. Your OPT work authorization permits full-time employment in roles that match your degree, and this title qualifies under standard DSO reporting requirements for maintaining valid F-1 status.
Is this role eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
Most Data Management and Strategy Manager positions qualify for the STEM OPT extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, data science, or a closely related STEM-designated field. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your international student office before applying. A qualifying degree gives you up to three years of total OPT authorization, which meaningfully expands your H-1B sponsorship window.
What employers typically sponsor OPT workers in this role?
Large enterprises with mature data functions, including companies in financial services, healthcare, technology, and retail, are the most consistent sponsors for Data Management and Strategy Manager roles. These organizations file Labor Condition Applications regularly for data leadership positions. You can browse companies currently hiring OPT-eligible candidates for this title on Migrate Mate, which filters for sponsorship-willing employers.
What reporting obligations does my employer have under STEM OPT for this role?
Under STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled with E-Verify and must sign a formal training plan with you, typically documented on Form I-983. You and your employer are required to report your progress every six months. Your employer must also report material changes to your role, compensation, or work location to your DSO within five business days of the change.
How does a Manager-level title affect my visa sponsorship prospects compared to individual contributor data roles?
Manager-level data roles often make H-1B sponsorship more straightforward because the specialty occupation requirement is easier to demonstrate when the position requires directing a data strategy function and supervising technical staff. Employers are also more willing to invest in sponsorship at the manager level given the cost of replacing experienced data leadership. The combination of higher organizational impact and clearer degree requirements tends to reduce friction in the sponsorship conversation.