Chief Operating Officer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Chief Operating Officer roles attract H-1B visa, O-1A, and EB-1C sponsorship from U.S. employers, but competition is high and visa approvals depend heavily on demonstrating executive-level authority, not just senior management experience. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Carbel, now part of Arvato, is a fast-growing third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in e-commerce and retail distribution. We support globally recognized retail and consumer brands through a rapidly expanding U.S. network of distribution centers, combining operational agility with scalable logistics solutions.
Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.
You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.
Job Description
The Operations Director is responsible for the oversight of all phases of warehouse operations, including setup, production, quality control, maintenance, receiving, picking, and shipping. In addition, the Operations Director works closely with the operations team to increase productivity and profitability within the operation. Responsibilities include staffing, P&L management, vendor relations, and process improvement. The Operations Director also interacts closely with Account/Service Delivery teams and client contacts.
YOUR TASKS
- Manage multiple P&Ls in a cost center environment
- Direct activities associated with daily operations and client requirements
- Lead the development and implementation of operating processes
- Lead and direct fulfillment and distribution operations
- Develop, implement, and manage highly customized workflows in a supply chain management environment from receipt of data through value-added services/packaging to outbound
- Hire, train, and evaluate supervisory and management staff
- Initiate and coordinate large projects (e.g., equipment justification and procurement, facility layout)
- Stay current on information technology affecting functional areas to increase productivity and/or decrease costs
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills with excellent problem identification and resolution abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to creatively develop solutions to meet operational challenges
- Organizational and planning skills, including prioritization and deadline management
- Ability to work in stressful situations and maintain composure
- Able to interact with all levels of employees, management, and external clients
- Self-starter and goal-oriented
- Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of experience in a leadership role in a warehouse environment
- Experience with budget and business plan development
- Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity
- Superior negotiation skills in both internal and external settings
- Masterful organizational, communication, and leadership skills demonstrated by previous professional success
- Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics using business management software (e.g., SAP, ERP, CRM)
- Spanish fluency required
- Experience in fashion/apparel logistics or similar high-SKU environments strongly preferred
- Ability to function in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment
- Divided between office setting and operations environment
Additional Information
- Medical and Life insurance.
- Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
- Voluntary benefits such as Dental, Vision, and Gap insurance, short-term disability, paid family leave, accident insurance, critical illness and cancer insurance.
Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data:
Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.
The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.
You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address.
Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.
We strive to be an equitable and inclusive workplace for our employees and value their diverse perspectives, which contribute to the diversity of our company. Therefore, we welcome applications from people who enrich our company with their identity, background and personal experience. We want to keep the application process as simple as possible for you: focus on a meaningful resume; we do not require an elaborate cover letter. Please know that we can only accept your application through our online application portal.
Learn more about our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Information here.
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Company Description
Carbel, now part of Arvato, is a fast-growing third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in e-commerce and retail distribution. We support globally recognized retail and consumer brands through a rapidly expanding U.S. network of distribution centers, combining operational agility with scalable logistics solutions.
Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.
You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.
Job Description
The Operations Director is responsible for the oversight of all phases of warehouse operations, including setup, production, quality control, maintenance, receiving, picking, and shipping. In addition, the Operations Director works closely with the operations team to increase productivity and profitability within the operation. Responsibilities include staffing, P&L management, vendor relations, and process improvement. The Operations Director also interacts closely with Account/Service Delivery teams and client contacts.
YOUR TASKS
- Manage multiple P&Ls in a cost center environment
- Direct activities associated with daily operations and client requirements
- Lead the development and implementation of operating processes
- Lead and direct fulfillment and distribution operations
- Develop, implement, and manage highly customized workflows in a supply chain management environment from receipt of data through value-added services/packaging to outbound
- Hire, train, and evaluate supervisory and management staff
- Initiate and coordinate large projects (e.g., equipment justification and procurement, facility layout)
- Stay current on information technology affecting functional areas to increase productivity and/or decrease costs
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills with excellent problem identification and resolution abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to creatively develop solutions to meet operational challenges
- Organizational and planning skills, including prioritization and deadline management
- Ability to work in stressful situations and maintain composure
- Able to interact with all levels of employees, management, and external clients
- Self-starter and goal-oriented
- Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of experience in a leadership role in a warehouse environment
- Experience with budget and business plan development
- Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity
- Superior negotiation skills in both internal and external settings
- Masterful organizational, communication, and leadership skills demonstrated by previous professional success
- Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics using business management software (e.g., SAP, ERP, CRM)
- Spanish fluency required
- Experience in fashion/apparel logistics or similar high-SKU environments strongly preferred
- Ability to function in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment
- Divided between office setting and operations environment
Additional Information
- Medical and Life insurance.
- Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
- Voluntary benefits such as Dental, Vision, and Gap insurance, short-term disability, paid family leave, accident insurance, critical illness and cancer insurance.
Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data:
Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.
The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.
You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address.
Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.
We strive to be an equitable and inclusive workplace for our employees and value their diverse perspectives, which contribute to the diversity of our company. Therefore, we welcome applications from people who enrich our company with their identity, background and personal experience. We want to keep the application process as simple as possible for you: focus on a meaningful resume; we do not require an elaborate cover letter. Please know that we can only accept your application through our online application portal.
Learn more about our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Information here.
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Establish clear organizational authority
COO visa petitions succeed when the job description reflects direct control over entire departments or functions. Vague titles like 'senior operations leader' without documented reporting structures weaken H-1B specialty occupation and EB-1C executive classification arguments significantly.
Target companies with prior sponsorship history
Established multinationals and late-stage startups have immigration counsel in place and understood processes. First-time sponsors at the COO level face longer timelines and higher legal costs, so prioritizing experienced sponsors materially improves your odds of a smooth process.
Build your O-1A case alongside the job search
COOs with board memberships, published industry commentary, keynote speaking credits, or major contract awards may qualify for O-1A extraordinary ability. This visa bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely, making it worth documenting achievements systematically before your first interview.
Understand the EB-1C multinational manager path
If you've held a managerial or executive role abroad with the same company for at least one year in the past three, EB-1C offers a direct green card route. Many COO candidates miss this because they don't realize prior overseas employment qualifies.
Negotiate legal fee coverage upfront
Immigration attorneys for executive-level sponsorship commonly charge more than standard H-1B filings due to complexity. Raising this during offer negotiation is standard at the COO level. Employers who hesitate signal they haven't done this before or aren't fully committed to sponsoring you.
Document your specialty occupation argument clearly
H-1B approval for COO roles requires demonstrating the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. Operations strategy, business administration, or supply chain management degrees typically satisfy this, but generic management experience alone usually does not.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Chief Operating Officer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS must be convinced the COO role is a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, operations management, or engineering. Broadly written job descriptions that emphasize general leadership without field-specific degree requirements are the most common reason COO H-1B visa petitions face RFEs or denials.
Is the EB-1C green card a realistic path for COOs?
For COOs joining a U.S. subsidiary, affiliate, or branch of a company where they previously held a managerial or executive role abroad for at least one year within the past three years, EB-1C is one of the most direct green card routes available. It skips PERM labor certification entirely, which makes it significantly faster than EB-2 or EB-3 pathways for qualifying candidates.
What visa options exist for COO candidates who don't win the H-1B lottery?
O-1A extraordinary ability is the strongest alternative for COOs with a documented track record of industry recognition, board roles, major deal leadership, or high compensation relative to peers. E-3 visa applies if you hold Australian citizenship. TN visa applies for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose background fits qualifying categories. Each of these bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely.
How do I find COO roles where employers are genuinely open to visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility, which removes the guesswork of approaching companies that won't sponsor executive hires. COO sponsorship is less common than mid-level roles, so filtering by sponsorship willingness upfront saves significant time. You can browse current COO openings directly on Migrate Mate.
Does a three-year Australian bachelor's degree satisfy the H-1B degree requirement for a COO role?
Generally yes. USCIS and most immigration attorneys treat Australian three-year bachelor's degrees as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for H-1B purposes, provided the field is relevant to the COO position. A credential evaluation from a recognized agency such as NACES member organizations is typically included in the petition to formally document equivalency.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Chief Operating Officer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.