OPT Supply Chain Analyst Jobs
Supply Chain Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or business analytics. Most positions involve data analysis, forecasting, and vendor coordination, which align directly with STEM OPT extension eligibility and the 24-month extension many students qualify for.
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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Supply Chain Specialist to Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including inventory control, logistics, and material flow, employing knowledge of industrial engineering. Review production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows, and other information to understand methods that are applied and implement improvements. Analyze and coordinate the supply chain functions of a semiconductor organization. Analyze supply-demand matching, based on MRP system, to resolve root cause changes, shortages, and surpluses, and identify and drive course corrections. Review all MRP inputs with functional owners to drive accountability and data accuracy (Yields, BOM, Capacity, etc.). Provide product intelligence and required actions in the generation of the inventory forecast. Articulate the difference between the demand plan (ship plan) and revenue plan (MOF). Drive discussion/actions to close revenue dedication gaps by unit and improve the overall health of the products. Enact quality control procedures to resolve production problems or minimize costs – recommend demand crafting opportunities to achieve business goals. Represent Product Planning and articulate supply and inventory plans at all meetings with key internal customers: PEO, Business Unit, and Production Control (PLPC). Examples: NPI Readiness/PM, Core Team, SCT, Supply Chain Ops. Drive disposition of inactive/hold inventory and represent ISC in meetings with the Business Units, Finance teams and Inventory Management. Identify required demand mix for factory planner to implement to when leading the line and crafting the Graded Die Forecast (GDF). Lead OPN Constraints to align release dates, based on IP date and or manufacturing requirements. Coordinate with data management (GPDM) for new BOM creation, based on new RIDV and post-processors. Meet with Central Planning to identify part connections/disconnections in the BOM. Perform root cause analysis and recommended dispositions for inventory forecast and financial close. Under supervision, exercise judgment within defined company procedures and practices to select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online.
Travel required: NO
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Degree required
Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Amount and type of experience required
One (1) year of experience in the job offered or closely related supply chain analyst/manager or industrial engineer role.
Specific skills required:
Position requires one (1) year of experience in the following:
- Product and demand planning;
- Analyzing current inventories and procedures, applying data mining techniques to identify patterns, trends, and inefficiencies;
- Identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement and enabling proactive measures to enhance supply chain resilience;
- Leveraging data visualization dashboards (PowerBI and Tableau);
- Supply Chain Planning (S&OP, Capacity Planning);
- ERP/MRP Systems (SAP, AS400, and Frontier);
- CAD tools;
- Production & Capacity Optimization (BOM, Routing, and PPAP); and
- Supply Chain Optimization (end-to-end integration).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
BENEFITS
AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
INTRODUCTION
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Supply Chain Specialist to Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including inventory control, logistics, and material flow, employing knowledge of industrial engineering. Review production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows, and other information to understand methods that are applied and implement improvements. Analyze and coordinate the supply chain functions of a semiconductor organization. Analyze supply-demand matching, based on MRP system, to resolve root cause changes, shortages, and surpluses, and identify and drive course corrections. Review all MRP inputs with functional owners to drive accountability and data accuracy (Yields, BOM, Capacity, etc.). Provide product intelligence and required actions in the generation of the inventory forecast. Articulate the difference between the demand plan (ship plan) and revenue plan (MOF). Drive discussion/actions to close revenue dedication gaps by unit and improve the overall health of the products. Enact quality control procedures to resolve production problems or minimize costs – recommend demand crafting opportunities to achieve business goals. Represent Product Planning and articulate supply and inventory plans at all meetings with key internal customers: PEO, Business Unit, and Production Control (PLPC). Examples: NPI Readiness/PM, Core Team, SCT, Supply Chain Ops. Drive disposition of inactive/hold inventory and represent ISC in meetings with the Business Units, Finance teams and Inventory Management. Identify required demand mix for factory planner to implement to when leading the line and crafting the Graded Die Forecast (GDF). Lead OPN Constraints to align release dates, based on IP date and or manufacturing requirements. Coordinate with data management (GPDM) for new BOM creation, based on new RIDV and post-processors. Meet with Central Planning to identify part connections/disconnections in the BOM. Perform root cause analysis and recommended dispositions for inventory forecast and financial close. Under supervision, exercise judgment within defined company procedures and practices to select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online.
Travel required: NO
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Degree required
Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Amount and type of experience required
One (1) year of experience in the job offered or closely related supply chain analyst/manager or industrial engineer role.
Specific skills required:
Position requires one (1) year of experience in the following:
- Product and demand planning;
- Analyzing current inventories and procedures, applying data mining techniques to identify patterns, trends, and inefficiencies;
- Identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement and enabling proactive measures to enhance supply chain resilience;
- Leveraging data visualization dashboards (PowerBI and Tableau);
- Supply Chain Planning (S&OP, Capacity Planning);
- ERP/MRP Systems (SAP, AS400, and Frontier);
- CAD tools;
- Production & Capacity Optimization (BOM, Routing, and PPAP); and
- Supply Chain Optimization (end-to-end integration).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
BENEFITS
AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Supply Chain Analyst
Target companies with active PERM and H-1B filings
Manufacturers, logistics firms, and retailers like Procter and Gamble, Amazon, and Walmart file LCAs for Supply Chain Analyst roles regularly. Companies already sponsoring in your job category are far more likely to extend that support to OPT candidates.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, and logistics degrees appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. Confirming your exact program CIP code with your DSO before applying protects your 24-month extension eligibility.
Lead with data skills in your resume and cover letter
Employers screening OPT candidates for Supply Chain Analyst roles want to see SQL, Excel modeling, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and demand forecasting experience. Quantify outcomes wherever possible to stand out against candidates without authorization constraints.
Apply early and communicate your OPT timeline clearly
Start applications at least 90 days before your OPT start date. Be upfront about your authorization window and STEM extension eligibility. Employers with long onboarding cycles need lead time to plan around your start date and future sponsorship.
Target mid-size manufacturers and 3PL providers
Mid-size companies in contract manufacturing, third-party logistics, and distribution often have less competition than large corporations and stronger needs for analytical talent. These employers frequently sponsor H-1B visas after OPT without formal sponsorship programs.
Demonstrate familiarity with supply chain disruption scenarios
Interviewers in this field consistently test candidates on inventory shortfalls, supplier risk, and lead time volatility. Preparing structured responses using real or academic examples signals the analytical readiness employers look for when committing to a sponsored hire.
Supply Chain Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Supply Chain Analyst jobs commonly sponsor OPT students?
Yes, particularly in manufacturing, e-commerce, and logistics. Companies in these sectors rely heavily on analytical talent and regularly hire F-1 OPT students. Employers that already file H-1B petitions for supply chain roles are your best targets. Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly Supply Chain Analyst openings so you can focus your search there.
Does a supply chain degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific program and CIP code. Degrees in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, logistics, and business analytics frequently appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO, because two programs with similar names can have different classifications.
What employment authorization documents does a Supply Chain Analyst employer typically need to verify?
Your employer will complete Form I-9 and verify your EAD card showing OPT authorization. They do not file any petition on your behalf during OPT. If you are on STEM OPT extension, your employer must also enroll in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan, which USCIS requires for the 24-month extension to remain valid.
Can I work as a Supply Chain Analyst contractor or consultant on OPT?
OPT requires that your work directly relates to your degree field and is tied to a legitimate employer relationship. Short-term consulting or staffing agency placements can satisfy this if the role is substantive and degree-related. However, self-employment and purely project-based work without a supervising employer raises compliance risks. Confirm the arrangement with your DSO before accepting.
How do I find Supply Chain Analyst jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job boards do not filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which wastes time on applications that lead nowhere. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Supply Chain Analyst roles at employers who are open to sponsoring international talent, so you can apply with confidence rather than guessing.