OPT Supply Chain Associate Jobs
Supply Chain Associate roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in operations, with many employers sponsoring H-1B visas after the standard or STEM OPT period. Most roles require a degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations, or a related field, making STEM OPT extensions commonly available.
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Posting ID 158502
Department: Hospital Stores/UIHC
Jobcode: Supply Chain Associate
Working Title: Supply Chain Associate-(2nd shift)
Details
Hours/schedule: Openings for 2nd shift (start time of 2:00, 3:00, or 5:00 PM) with rotating weekends.
Job Duties:
Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison for clinics and operating rooms throughout the hospital. Utilize Microsoft Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments. Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests. Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts. Ability to move and position self to handle inventory, including high/low shelving. Employees will need a valid driver’s license. Other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
- Procure and deliver goods and services: Evaluate, procure, receive, store, and deliver goods and services. Initiate requisitions to procure goods and services at the direction of others.
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Organize and maintain hospital inventory.
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Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Obtain and verify information regarding sourcing and acquisition options at the request of others. Review contracts for accurate pricing and apply terms and conditions.
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Inventory Management and Marketing: Receive, properly store and distribute product. Address inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggest models for improvement. Maintain and secure inventory and report issues as needed. Responsible for implementation of marketing strategy or plan.
- Assist with inventory management throughout the hospital.
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Cycle count, order, restock, and receive products.
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Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to assure the appropriate goods or services are being procured effectively and efficiently. Interact with internal and external customers, answer questions about orders and shipments. Reconcile discrepancies and address customer concerns.
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Work directly with hospital staff to effectively communicate supply chain requests and/or issues for resolution.
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Data Management or Data Systems Development: Maintain inventory/equipment database(s).
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Responsible for the maintenance of inventory data and scanning.
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Fiscal Responsibility: Monitor the budget and assist with managing the budget within defined parameters. Advise management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.
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Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff.
- May provide training to other employees and hospital end users.
- Respond to emails and meeting requests appropriately and timely.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Related Supply Chain Experience
- Experience with establishing, building, and sustaining effective and cooperative relationships with superiors, subordinates, or peers within your own work unit or organization or with any other persons perceived to have a stake in enabling, enhancing, or receiving services or products furnished by your work unit or organization.
- Experience planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources to fulfill or complete a work unit or organizational objective or task.
Contact: SAMANTHA MILLER
Email: samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Email a resume to samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Ad Start Date: 05/08/2026
Ad End Date: 05/22/2026
INTRODUCTION
Posting ID 158502
Department: Hospital Stores/UIHC
Jobcode: Supply Chain Associate
Working Title: Supply Chain Associate-(2nd shift)
Details
Hours/schedule: Openings for 2nd shift (start time of 2:00, 3:00, or 5:00 PM) with rotating weekends.
Job Duties:
Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison for clinics and operating rooms throughout the hospital. Utilize Microsoft Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments. Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests. Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts. Ability to move and position self to handle inventory, including high/low shelving. Employees will need a valid driver’s license. Other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
- Procure and deliver goods and services: Evaluate, procure, receive, store, and deliver goods and services. Initiate requisitions to procure goods and services at the direction of others.
-
Organize and maintain hospital inventory.
-
Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Obtain and verify information regarding sourcing and acquisition options at the request of others. Review contracts for accurate pricing and apply terms and conditions.
-
Inventory Management and Marketing: Receive, properly store and distribute product. Address inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggest models for improvement. Maintain and secure inventory and report issues as needed. Responsible for implementation of marketing strategy or plan.
- Assist with inventory management throughout the hospital.
-
Cycle count, order, restock, and receive products.
-
Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to assure the appropriate goods or services are being procured effectively and efficiently. Interact with internal and external customers, answer questions about orders and shipments. Reconcile discrepancies and address customer concerns.
-
Work directly with hospital staff to effectively communicate supply chain requests and/or issues for resolution.
-
Data Management or Data Systems Development: Maintain inventory/equipment database(s).
-
Responsible for the maintenance of inventory data and scanning.
-
Fiscal Responsibility: Monitor the budget and assist with managing the budget within defined parameters. Advise management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.
-
Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff.
- May provide training to other employees and hospital end users.
- Respond to emails and meeting requests appropriately and timely.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Related Supply Chain Experience
- Experience with establishing, building, and sustaining effective and cooperative relationships with superiors, subordinates, or peers within your own work unit or organization or with any other persons perceived to have a stake in enabling, enhancing, or receiving services or products furnished by your work unit or organization.
- Experience planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources to fulfill or complete a work unit or organizational objective or task.
Contact: SAMANTHA MILLER
Email: samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Email a resume to samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Ad Start Date: 05/08/2026
Ad End Date: 05/22/2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Supply Chain Associate
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Large manufacturers, retailers, and logistics firms like Amazon, Walmart, and Procter and Gamble file H-1B petitions regularly for supply chain roles. Prioritizing employers with a proven sponsorship track record significantly improves your long-term authorization prospects.
Highlight your degree field in every application
Supply chain, industrial engineering, operations research, and business analytics degrees are directly relevant to this role. Explicitly connecting your academic background to the job description strengthens your specialty occupation case and makes sponsorship conversations easier.
Pursue STEM OPT if your degree qualifies
Degrees in industrial engineering, operations research, and supply chain analytics typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. That gives you up to three years of work authorization, covering multiple H-1B lottery cycles and reducing employer urgency.
Lead with systems and tools experience
Proficiency in SAP, Oracle SCM, or similar ERP platforms makes you a stronger hire and a less risky OPT candidate. Employers who invest in onboarding a specialist are more motivated to sponsor rather than start the search over.
Clarify your authorization timeline upfront with recruiters
Explaining your OPT end date, STEM extension eligibility, and H-1B timeline early builds trust and avoids late-stage surprises. Recruiters who understand your timeline can advocate internally for sponsorship before an offer is extended.
Focus on employers in regulated or complex supply chains
Pharmaceutical, aerospace, and semiconductor companies run highly specialized supply chains where institutional knowledge matters. These sectors have stronger incentives to sponsor experienced associates rather than restart hiring, making them disproportionately good targets for OPT students.
Supply Chain Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Supply Chain Associate on OPT?
Yes, Supply Chain Associate roles are directly related to degrees in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, and business analytics, all of which satisfy the OPT requirement that your job be related to your field of study. You'll need your EAD card before your start date, and your employer must confirm the role aligns with your degree when completing the I-983 form if you're on STEM OPT.
Do Supply Chain Associate jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree. Degrees in industrial engineering, operations research, supply chain analytics, and information systems are on the STEM designated degree list, qualifying for the 24-month extension. A general business or management degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM list before assuming eligibility, and confirm with your DSO.
How do I find Supply Chain Associate jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting time applying to companies that won't work with your status. Supply chain roles at large consumer goods, manufacturing, and retail companies appear frequently and tend to have stronger sponsorship track records than smaller firms.
Will a Supply Chain Associate role support an H-1B petition after OPT?
It can, provided the employer is willing to file and the role qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards. Supply chain roles that require a specific bachelor's degree in a technical or analytical field, such as industrial engineering or operations research, are generally stronger candidates for H-1B approval than generalist roles. Roles requiring only a generic business degree face more scrutiny.
What should I do if my OPT expires before an H-1B is approved?
If you're selected in the H-1B lottery and your employer files before your OPT expires, you may be eligible for a cap-gap extension that bridges your status through September 30. If you're not selected or your employer hasn't filed, you'll need to stop working once your OPT ends. Planning early, pursuing the STEM OPT extension if eligible, and targeting employers who file in the April lottery window are the most effective ways to manage this risk.