OPT Supply Chain Planning Jobs

Supply chain planning roles qualify for OPT work authorization, and many employers in manufacturing, retail, and logistics actively hire F-1 graduates. Most positions require a degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations. Your 12-month OPT window (36 months for STEM-eligible graduates) gives you real runway to prove yourself and secure H-1B visa sponsorship.

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Overview

Open Jobs118+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type84% On-site
Median Salary$78K
Top LocationRichardson, TX
Most JobsCelestica

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Celestica
Manager, Supply Chain Planning & Inventory
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Manager, Supply Chain Planning & Inventory
Celestica
Richardson, Texas
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Supply Chain
Project Management
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cardinal Health
Advisor, Supply Chain Planning
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Advisor, Supply Chain Planning
Cardinal Health
Dublin, Ohio
Procurement & Supply Chain
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$67,500/yr - $96,300/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Alcon
Associate I, Supply Chain Planning
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Associate I, Supply Chain Planning
Alcon
Fort Worth, Texas
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Supply Chain
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Becton, Dickinson and Company
Data Engineer, Supply Chain Planning
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Data Engineer, Supply Chain Planning
Becton, Dickinson and Company
Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
Data Science & Analytics
Procurement & Supply Chain
Business Analysis
Data Science
Data Analytics
Supply Chain
Data Engineering
$114,500 - $189,100/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Supply Chain Planning Supervisor
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Supply Chain Planning Supervisor
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$83,300/yr - $115,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Supply Chain Planning

Target STEM-designated programs

Supply chain and operations management degrees from USCIS-recognized STEM programs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying, as this nearly triples your authorized work window.

Focus on employers with H-1B filing history

Large manufacturers, retailers, and logistics companies file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Prioritize companies with established HR infrastructure and immigration support teams, as they understand the sponsorship process and are far less likely to back out when your OPT expires.

Emphasize quantifiable impact from day one

Sponsorship decisions often hinge on demonstrated value. Track metrics like forecast accuracy improvements, inventory reduction percentages, or cost savings from your planning work. Concrete numbers make the business case for sponsoring you significantly easier to justify internally.

Understand your OPT reporting obligations

You must report employer changes, address updates, and unemployment gaps to your DSO within 10 days. Supply chain roles sometimes involve project-based work or short contracts, so staying compliant during transitions protects your status and your future sponsorship eligibility.

Get ERP and planning software certifications

Certifications in SAP, Oracle, or supply chain planning tools like Kinaxis and o9 signal specialized expertise employers struggle to hire for. These credentials strengthen your H-1B specialty occupation case and differentiate you in competitive applicant pools during the annual lottery cycle.

Bring up sponsorship after an offer, not before

Raising visa sponsorship too early in interviews can derail otherwise strong candidacies. Wait until you have a verbal offer, then address OPT work authorization clearly and calmly. Most employers in supply chain are familiar with OPT and treat it as a standard hiring consideration.

Supply Chain Planning OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do supply chain planning jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?

Most supply chain planning roles do qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but eligibility depends on your degree, not your job title. Degrees in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, and logistics are commonly STEM-designated. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO, and verify your employer can fulfill the formal I-983 training plan requirement before accepting an offer.

How do I find supply chain planning employers who sponsor OPT students?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters supply chain planning jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't consider visa holders. Beyond the job board, focus on larger companies in manufacturing, retail, and third-party logistics, where dedicated HR teams and repeat H-1B filings signal genuine sponsorship infrastructure.

Is supply chain planning considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Supply chain planning generally qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations research. Roles involving demand forecasting, inventory optimization, or S&OP processes typically meet this threshold. Avoid applying to positions where the job description accepts any degree field, as this weakens the specialty occupation argument considerably.

Can I work as a supply chain planning contractor on OPT?

Yes, but with important caveats. OPT allows contract and consulting work as long as the work is directly related to your degree field and you work at least 20 hours per week. Self-employment through your own business entity also counts. However, you must still report each engagement to your DSO, and gaps between contracts count against your 90-day unemployment limit.

What happens to my OPT if my supply chain employer is acquired or restructures?

A merger, acquisition, or internal restructuring does not automatically invalidate your OPT, but you must report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days. If your job title or department changes significantly, confirm the new role still aligns with your degree field. For STEM OPT holders, major employer changes also require an updated I-983 training plan reflecting the new organizational structure.