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Sourcing Analyst roles sit at the intersection of procurement and data analysis, making them a strong fit for OPT students with supply chain, business, or engineering backgrounds. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you real runway to prove value and secure long-term sponsorship.
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Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our Purchasing team.
This is an on-site position that works Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. from our Corporate Offices in Salina, KS. Occasional out-of-state overnight travel may be required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead sourcing projects and participate in cross-functional teams to support projects for product development and project management.
- Collaborate with other internal teams to align strategies, drive project implementation, and support successful supply chain performance.
- Understand cost drivers and develop cost models based on material content, order quantities, tooling, and other factors affecting total cost of ownership. Evaluate specific projects and rate overall supply base using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach.
- Monitor and track commodity costs and other factors that affect pricing to ensure that related cost changes, especially cost reductions, are identified.
- Maintain existing commodity strategies to lead supplier selection and negotiate supplier pricing.
- Utilize supplier scorecards to assess performance of suppliers - conduct business reviews with suppliers to review scorecards, explore opportunities for improvements, develop future business layouts, and drive the implementation of actions identified.
- Monitor, audit, and report performance of suppliers to ensure that supplier performance issues are quickly addressed. Evaluate and manage supply chain risks.
- Work with critical suppliers to ensure they have and/or develop a business continuity strategy to prevent supply interruptions.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procurement plans, policies and procedures.
- Travel to meet with vendors and suppliers on a quarterly basis, or as needed.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environments.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Engineering or similar.
- 3+ years’ experience in commodity management and/or project management with an emphasis in supply chain management and purchasing.
- Experience in procurement within the construction or Ag industry helpful but not required.
- Strong negotiation skills with a collaborative approach.
- Available for occasional overnight travel (less than 10%).
- Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative problem-solving skills across functional groups.
- Professional certification, such as APICS, or working toward obtaining professional certification is desired.
Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our Purchasing team.
This is an on-site position that works Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. from our Corporate Offices in Salina, KS. Occasional out-of-state overnight travel may be required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead sourcing projects and participate in cross-functional teams to support projects for product development and project management.
- Collaborate with other internal teams to align strategies, drive project implementation, and support successful supply chain performance.
- Understand cost drivers and develop cost models based on material content, order quantities, tooling, and other factors affecting total cost of ownership. Evaluate specific projects and rate overall supply base using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach.
- Monitor and track commodity costs and other factors that affect pricing to ensure that related cost changes, especially cost reductions, are identified.
- Maintain existing commodity strategies to lead supplier selection and negotiate supplier pricing.
- Utilize supplier scorecards to assess performance of suppliers - conduct business reviews with suppliers to review scorecards, explore opportunities for improvements, develop future business layouts, and drive the implementation of actions identified.
- Monitor, audit, and report performance of suppliers to ensure that supplier performance issues are quickly addressed. Evaluate and manage supply chain risks.
- Work with critical suppliers to ensure they have and/or develop a business continuity strategy to prevent supply interruptions.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procurement plans, policies and procedures.
- Travel to meet with vendors and suppliers on a quarterly basis, or as needed.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environments.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Engineering or similar.
- 3+ years’ experience in commodity management and/or project management with an emphasis in supply chain management and purchasing.
- Experience in procurement within the construction or Ag industry helpful but not required.
- Strong negotiation skills with a collaborative approach.
- Available for occasional overnight travel (less than 10%).
- Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative problem-solving skills across functional groups.
- Professional certification, such as APICS, or working toward obtaining professional certification is desired.
Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Sourcing Analyst
Target companies with active procurement functions
Large manufacturers, retailers, and tech companies run dedicated sourcing teams and sponsor OPT workers regularly. Focus your search on companies with established supply chain operations rather than startups where the sourcing function is ad hoc or handled by generalists.
Lead with your analytical skills in applications
Employers hiring Sourcing Analysts want candidates who can work with spend data, build supplier scorecards, and run cost modeling. Highlight your experience with Excel, SQL, or ERP systems upfront. Analytical fluency is what separates sponsored candidates from the rest.
Apply before your OPT start date
Start applying at least three months before your OPT authorization begins. Many sourcing roles have multi-round interview processes, and companies need lead time to confirm work authorization compatibility. Getting ahead of your timeline prevents you from losing offers to delays.
Clarify your STEM extension eligibility early
If your degree is in engineering, supply chain management, or a STEM-designated field, you likely qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm this with your DSO before interviews. Employers are significantly more willing to sponsor when they see 36 months of total OPT runway.
Frame H-1B sponsorship as a straightforward ask
Sourcing Analyst roles generally meet the specialty occupation standard because they require a degree in a specific field. That makes H-1B visa sponsorship a realistic path. Approach sponsorship conversations matter-of-factly rather than apologetically. Qualified employers expect this discussion.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-open roles
Not every sourcing job listing discloses sponsorship willingness upfront. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have sponsored international workers before, so you spend time on roles where OPT and H-1B sponsorship are genuinely on the table rather than a long shot.
Sourcing Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Sourcing Analyst roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, business analytics, or another STEM-designated field, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and confirm with your DSO. The extension gives you 36 months of total work authorization, which meaningfully improves your sponsorship prospects.
Is a Sourcing Analyst position considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally, yes. Sourcing Analyst roles typically require a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. The role involves applying a body of theoretical knowledge, not just general business skills. That said, USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the specific job duties and degree requirement stated in the offer letter both matter. An immigration attorney can assess your specific case.
How much OPT time do I need to realistically get H-1B sponsorship as a Sourcing Analyst?
You need enough runway to cover the H-1B timeline. The H-1B cap lottery opens in March, with an October 1 start date. If you're selected, your employer files your petition by June. That means you need your OPT to remain valid through at least October 1 of the year you're sponsored. STEM OPT holders have more flexibility. If your standard 12-month OPT expires before then, a STEM extension is critical.
Which industries hire Sourcing Analysts and sponsor OPT workers?
Manufacturing, retail, consumer goods, technology, and aerospace companies are among the most active hirers of Sourcing Analysts. Companies like those in automotive, electronics, and pharmaceuticals run large procurement operations and have established processes for sponsoring international employees. Government contractors also hire frequently in this role. You can browse sponsorship-open Sourcing Analyst positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with a track record of sponsoring international hires.
Can I switch employers while on OPT if my Sourcing Analyst role ends?
Yes, but you need to act quickly. OPT allows you to work for any employer as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. If your job ends, you have a 60-day unemployment buffer before your status is at risk. Update your SEVIS record through your DSO within 10 days of any employer change. Make sure your next Sourcing Analyst role still aligns with your degree to maintain OPT eligibility.