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Supply chain operations roles are actively hired on OPT, particularly in manufacturing, logistics, and e-commerce. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules, and many employers in this field have established STEM OPT extension and H-1B visa sponsorship pathways for strong performers.
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Get Access To All JobsTITLE: Manager Technical Supply Chain
REPORTS TO: Director of Technical Supply Chain
Work Environment: Hybrid
Overview:
The Manager of Technical Supply Chain is responsible for all facets of Global Crossing Airlines Supply Chain operation including procurement, sourcing, contracting, logistics, component repair and warranty, business development and relationship management, and oversight of the Stores organization responsible for all aspects of storing, handling, and shipping of aircraft related parts and materials.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Development of a corporate procurement strategy.
- Creation and management of short-, mid- and long-term goals and objectives related to inventory placement, aircraft component sparing levels, and other corporate sourcing and procurement initiatives.
- Creation and improvement of best practice-based processes for sourcing and procurement.
- Overall management of Supply Chain activities to include stores processes.
- Provides leadership and direction to Materials, Purchasing personnel for inventory logistics.
- Responsible for the effectiveness of employee HAZMAT shipment training and ensuring HAZMAT shipments conform to all governmental regulations and company policies.
- Prioritize Owner/Operator Produced (OOP) parts based on cost savings and/or maintenance needs.
- Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Management of staff in (and across) sourcing, contracting, transactional purchasing, and miscellaneous internal procurement support activities, repair and warranty group and stores functions. Managing the skills and competency development of staff, including training development and knowledge.
- Maintains a familiarity with the management information systems, especially as they relate to purchasing.
- Provides initial authorization for purchase requisitions for all materials associated with the maintenance of aircraft and their related components and major support equipment.
- Authorizes requisitions for standard inventory items.
- Develops, initiates, and manages Request for Proposals (RFPs) for addition of vendors and contracted services.
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining stock level reorder points and quantities, and spare parts distributions, stores and contract negotiations.
- Works with Maintenance Department leaders to achieve adequate spares support of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations.
- Organizes, coordinates, and directs management of Company's spare aircraft parts.
- Manages activities ensuring proper spare support at all Global Crossing Airlines locations.
- Responsible for ensuring the Materials and Purchasing Dept is compliant with Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors in related field or at least five years business experience in Supply Chain.
- Proficient in modern sourcing and procurement systems.
- Strong negotiation abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices.
- Ability to translate complex financial issues.
- Working knowledge of finance and accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, and risk management.
- Strong Project Management Skills.
- Work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
- Familiar with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to speak/read/write in English.
- If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.
Global Crossing Airlines provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
TITLE: Manager Technical Supply Chain
REPORTS TO: Director of Technical Supply Chain
Work Environment: Hybrid
Overview:
The Manager of Technical Supply Chain is responsible for all facets of Global Crossing Airlines Supply Chain operation including procurement, sourcing, contracting, logistics, component repair and warranty, business development and relationship management, and oversight of the Stores organization responsible for all aspects of storing, handling, and shipping of aircraft related parts and materials.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Development of a corporate procurement strategy.
- Creation and management of short-, mid- and long-term goals and objectives related to inventory placement, aircraft component sparing levels, and other corporate sourcing and procurement initiatives.
- Creation and improvement of best practice-based processes for sourcing and procurement.
- Overall management of Supply Chain activities to include stores processes.
- Provides leadership and direction to Materials, Purchasing personnel for inventory logistics.
- Responsible for the effectiveness of employee HAZMAT shipment training and ensuring HAZMAT shipments conform to all governmental regulations and company policies.
- Prioritize Owner/Operator Produced (OOP) parts based on cost savings and/or maintenance needs.
- Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Management of staff in (and across) sourcing, contracting, transactional purchasing, and miscellaneous internal procurement support activities, repair and warranty group and stores functions. Managing the skills and competency development of staff, including training development and knowledge.
- Maintains a familiarity with the management information systems, especially as they relate to purchasing.
- Provides initial authorization for purchase requisitions for all materials associated with the maintenance of aircraft and their related components and major support equipment.
- Authorizes requisitions for standard inventory items.
- Develops, initiates, and manages Request for Proposals (RFPs) for addition of vendors and contracted services.
- Responsible for establishing and maintaining stock level reorder points and quantities, and spare parts distributions, stores and contract negotiations.
- Works with Maintenance Department leaders to achieve adequate spares support of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations.
- Organizes, coordinates, and directs management of Company's spare aircraft parts.
- Manages activities ensuring proper spare support at all Global Crossing Airlines locations.
- Responsible for ensuring the Materials and Purchasing Dept is compliant with Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors in related field or at least five years business experience in Supply Chain.
- Proficient in modern sourcing and procurement systems.
- Strong negotiation abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices.
- Ability to translate complex financial issues.
- Working knowledge of finance and accounting in terms of budgeting, cost management, financial accounting, and risk management.
- Strong Project Management Skills.
- Work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
- Familiar with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to speak/read/write in English.
- If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.
Global Crossing Airlines provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Supply Chain Operations
Target employers with established OPT pipelines
Large manufacturers, third-party logistics providers, and retail giants hire supply chain analysts on OPT regularly. Companies with structured rotational programs are especially likely to have immigration support processes already in place for international employees.
Emphasize your ERP and data skills upfront
Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or Excel-based modeling signals immediate value. Hiring managers in operations move fast, and candidates who can demonstrate technical fluency in supply chain software reduce the perceived cost of onboarding an OPT employee.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Supply chain operations titles vary widely. Analyst and engineer roles almost always qualify. Coordinator or associate titles can be borderline. Confirm your offer letter requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field before accepting, as this affects OPT and future H-1B visa eligibility.
Ask about STEM OPT extension eligibility early
Industrial engineering, operations research, and supply chain management degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Raise this with your employer before accepting an offer so they can confirm E-Verify enrollment, which is required for the extension.
Use OFLC disclosure data to identify sponsoring employers
The Department of Labor publishes records of all Labor Condition Applications filed by employers. Searching this data for supply chain job titles shows which companies have sponsored work visas before, giving you a concrete shortlist of OPT-friendly employers to prioritize.
Negotiate start dates around your OPT authorization window
OPT employment must begin within 90 days of your program start date. Communicate your authorized start date clearly during the offer stage, and avoid accepting roles with onboarding timelines that fall outside your valid employment authorization period.
Supply Chain Operations OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do supply chain operations jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your degree field, not just the job title. Degrees in industrial engineering, operations research, supply chain management, or logistics typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm both conditions before accepting an offer, as not all supply chain roles are classified under STEM-eligible CIP codes.
How do I find supply chain employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers who sponsor F-1 OPT and work visas, making it the most direct way to find supply chain operations roles with verified sponsorship history. You can browse by job title and filter out companies that don't support international candidates, saving significant time compared to applying broadly and asking about sponsorship after the fact.
Can I work as a supply chain coordinator on OPT, or does it need to be an analyst or engineer title?
Coordinator titles can qualify under OPT, but they carry more risk for future H-1B sponsorship if the role doesn't require a specific bachelor's degree. For OPT authorization itself, any job directly related to your degree field counts. However, if you're planning on an H-1B eventually, analyst and engineer titles with explicit degree requirements in the offer letter provide a stronger foundation.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from a supply chain role?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during your OPT period. Days of unemployment accumulate across all jobs, not just the one you lost. If you exceed 90 days total, you're out of status. STEM OPT holders get the same 90-day limit. Start your job search immediately after a layoff and document any volunteer or unpaid work in your field, as that can count toward your employment requirement.
Does supply chain operations work at a startup count toward OPT employment requirements?
Yes, as long as the work is directly related to your degree and you're working at least 20 hours per week. Startups without formal immigration infrastructure can still be valid OPT employers. The risk is the H-1B sponsorship pathway, as smaller companies often lack the legal resources or budget to sponsor. If long-term sponsorship is your goal, weigh company size carefully when evaluating offers.