OPT Supply Chain Lead Jobs
Supply Chain Lead roles typically fall under specialty occupation standards, making them compatible with F-1 OPT authorization. Most positions require a degree in supply chain management, operations, or industrial engineering. STEM OPT extensions of up to 24 months are widely available for graduates in qualifying fields, giving you up to three years total to build U.S. experience.
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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 in Supply Chain Lead
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
Supply Chain Lead positions require a direct connection between your degree and the job duties. Degrees in supply chain management, operations research, industrial engineering, or logistics are the strongest fit. A business administration degree may qualify depending on coursework concentration.
Prioritize employers with existing visa infrastructure
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visa workers in the past are far more likely to support OPT students through the E-Verify requirement and future sponsorship. Manufacturing, retail, and logistics enterprises tend to have established immigration processes already in place.
Apply before your OPT start date
Supply Chain Lead hiring cycles can run six to ten weeks from application to offer. Starting your search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins ensures you have an offer and EAD in hand before day one on the job.
Highlight quantifiable supply chain outcomes
Employers sponsoring OPT workers expect demonstrable value. Frame your experience around measurable results: inventory cost reductions, supplier lead time improvements, or demand forecasting accuracy. Numbers make your application easier to justify internally to hiring managers and legal teams.
Understand the E-Verify requirement before applying
OPT STEM extension employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm this before investing time in an application. Asking during an early recruiter screen is acceptable and signals you understand compliance, which reassures employers unfamiliar with OPT authorization requirements.
Target industries with high supply chain hiring volume
Consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and e-commerce companies consistently post Supply Chain Lead openings. These industries run complex global operations that justify hiring international talent. Browse Migrate Mate to filter OPT-compatible roles within these sectors specifically.
Supply Chain Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Supply Chain Lead jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Supply Chain Lead roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or a related STEM-designated field. The role must also involve applying technical knowledge directly, not just general management. Confirm your degree's STEM classification with your DSO before applying.
How do I find Supply Chain Lead roles that are open to OPT students?
Not every job posting specifies OPT compatibility, which makes filtering time-consuming on general job boards. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Supply Chain Lead roles from employers with sponsorship history and E-Verify enrollment, so you can focus on applications that are actually worth your time.
Can I work as a Supply Chain Lead on pre-completion OPT?
Yes, pre-completion OPT is an option if you haven't graduated yet, but your hours are restricted to 20 per week during the academic term. Most Supply Chain Lead roles are full-time positions, so pre-completion OPT is rarely a practical fit. Post-completion OPT, which allows full-time work, is the far more common authorization path for this role.
What happens to my OPT if a supply chain role is contract or project-based?
OPT permits self-employment and contract work, but the work must be directly related to your major field of study and you must report it to your DSO. For Supply Chain Lead contract roles, document your job duties carefully and ensure they align with your degree. Short gaps between contracts may count against your 90-day unemployment limit, so plan accordingly.
Will Supply Chain Lead employers sponsor me for an H-1B after OPT?
Supply Chain Lead is a recognized specialty occupation, which means it meets the baseline requirement for H-1B eligibility. Whether a specific employer will sponsor depends on their size, legal resources, and hiring policies. Companies in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and logistics are among the more frequent H-1B sponsors for supply chain roles. Researching an employer's filing history before accepting an offer is worthwhile.