OPT Logistics Manager Jobs
Logistics Manager jobs are consistently among the more OPT-friendly roles in operations and supply chain. Employers in manufacturing, e-commerce, and freight regularly sponsor H-1B visa and support STEM OPT extensions for candidates with degrees in supply chain, industrial engineering, or business logistics.
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Your future is InReach!
InReach is seeking a Logistics Manager in Santa Fe Springs, California to support our growing operations. The Logistics Manager oversees warehouse and transportation operations, ensuring efficient flow of materials and products while leading supervisors and frontline teams. This role manages inventory control, fleet operations, and cross-functional coordination to maintain continuous supply and distribution.
They also drive performance through metrics and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety and food safety standards.
This is an onsite role.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage supervise frontline warehouse and transportation staff
- Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, routing, picking, inventory, distribution, and waste removal
- Ensure efficient flow of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products
- Collaborate with cross-functional leaders (Commissary, Purchasing, Culinary, Bakery, and Operations teams) to maintain uninterrupted supply chains
- Manage and optimize inventory control processes, including ordering, storage, rotation, and waste reduction
- Negotiate pricing with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement
- Oversee distribution of food, supplies, equipment, and vending products across multiple locations within a large district
- Manage fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance, routing efficiency, and driver oversight
- Train, coach, and ensure compliance of drivers with safety and operational standards
- Develop and track key performance metrics to monitor operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement
- Analyze operational data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process optimization
- Lead strategic planning initiatives based on performance data and operational trends
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, workplace safety, and company policies
- Implement and oversee training programs related to safety, compliance, and operational best practices
- Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant working environment for employees, visitors, and guests
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 2 years management experience
- Proficiency on Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge and experience ERP-WM systems
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years
INTRODUCTION
Your future is InReach!
InReach is seeking a Logistics Manager in Santa Fe Springs, California to support our growing operations. The Logistics Manager oversees warehouse and transportation operations, ensuring efficient flow of materials and products while leading supervisors and frontline teams. This role manages inventory control, fleet operations, and cross-functional coordination to maintain continuous supply and distribution.
They also drive performance through metrics and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety and food safety standards.
This is an onsite role.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage supervise frontline warehouse and transportation staff
- Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, routing, picking, inventory, distribution, and waste removal
- Ensure efficient flow of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products
- Collaborate with cross-functional leaders (Commissary, Purchasing, Culinary, Bakery, and Operations teams) to maintain uninterrupted supply chains
- Manage and optimize inventory control processes, including ordering, storage, rotation, and waste reduction
- Negotiate pricing with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement
- Oversee distribution of food, supplies, equipment, and vending products across multiple locations within a large district
- Manage fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance, routing efficiency, and driver oversight
- Train, coach, and ensure compliance of drivers with safety and operational standards
- Develop and track key performance metrics to monitor operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement
- Analyze operational data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process optimization
- Lead strategic planning initiatives based on performance data and operational trends
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, workplace safety, and company policies
- Implement and oversee training programs related to safety, compliance, and operational best practices
- Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant working environment for employees, visitors, and guests
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 2 years management experience
- Proficiency on Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge and experience ERP-WM systems
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Logistics Manager
Target industries with chronic logistics talent gaps
E-commerce fulfillment, third-party logistics, and manufacturing hire logistics managers year-round and have stronger sponsorship track records than retail or hospitality. Focusing your search on these sectors improves your odds of finding OPT-friendly employers.
Verify your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Supply chain management, industrial engineering, and operations research are STEM-designated fields. If your degree falls under one, you're eligible for a 24-month STEM extension, giving employers three years total to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
Quantify your impact in dollar and efficiency terms
Logistics managers who can show measurable outcomes, reduced freight costs, faster cycle times, improved fill rates, stand out in competitive applicant pools. Concrete numbers signal readiness to own P&L responsibility, which justifies sponsorship investment.
Get certified before or during your OPT period
The APICS CSCP or CPIM certifications signal serious commitment to logistics as a career. Employers weigh these credentials when deciding whether a candidate is worth sponsoring, especially for manager-level roles requiring long-term investment.
Raise work authorization early in conversations with recruiters
Don't wait until the offer stage to mention OPT status. Bringing it up early, and explaining STEM extension eligibility and H-1B timelines, helps recruiters assess fit faster and avoids wasted rounds with employers who won't sponsor.
Prioritize mid-sized companies over large enterprises for sponsorship
Fortune 500 logistics divisions often have rigid immigration policies or headcount freezes. Mid-sized 3PL firms and regional distributors frequently have more flexibility and genuine need, making them more likely to sponsor a strong logistics candidate.
Logistics Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Logistics Manager roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree field, not the job title. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or logistics, you're eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The job itself doesn't need to be classified as STEM, but it must be directly related to your degree field to satisfy STEM OPT reporting requirements.
How do I find Logistics Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for candidates on OPT and other work visas, so you're not wasting time on roles that won't sponsor. Logistics Manager openings on Migrate Mate come from employers who have indicated willingness to work with visa holders, which makes your search significantly more targeted than browsing general job boards.
Can I work as a Logistics Manager on OPT if my degree is in business administration?
Yes, if your business administration degree had a concentration in supply chain, operations, or logistics, the role likely satisfies the practical training requirement that your employment be related to your degree. A general business degree without that concentration may face closer scrutiny from your DSO. Document the connection clearly in your OPT authorization request.
What is the typical H-1B sponsorship timeline for a Logistics Manager role?
H-1B registration opens in March each year, with a lottery selection in late March and an October 1 start date if selected. With standard OPT plus a STEM extension, you have up to three years to go through the lottery, giving you multiple chances at selection. Your employer must be willing to file the petition, which requires an approved Labor Condition Application from the Department of Labor.
Will a Logistics Manager employer require me to start on day one, or is there flexibility for OPT processing time?
OPT authorization takes roughly three to five months from your program end date, so most employers hiring international students factor in that lead time. You can request your OPT EAD up to 90 days before your program end date, which helps align your employment start date with offer acceptance. Communicating your exact EAD timeline to the hiring manager early prevents misaligned expectations.