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Operational Excellence Managers qualify for H-1B and L-1 visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, business, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and consulting sponsor this title regularly, and cap-exempt organizations can file year-round. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Our roster has an opening with your name on it FanDuel is looking for a Operational Excellence Manager to lead strategic cross-functional planning, execution, and reporting of critical readiness initiatives as we expand and mature our Predicts operating model. You will project manage operational elements of new features and business launches, ensuring all operational impacts are identified, optimized, and resolved. This role drives continuous improvement by identifying, fixing, and optimizing processes to maximize scalability and efficiency across internal teams and external partners. You will own the company's strategic planning process and performance measurement against key operational goals, while partnering with commercial and product teams to improve internal stakeholder, external stakeholder, and customer experiences. As a member of the Operational Excellence Team, this role provides the opportunity to work across all aspects of the business. In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs.
THE GAME PLAN
Everyone on our team has a part to play
Own and drive the creation and refinement of our operating model as we further expand our Predicts business.
Project manage operational elements of new features and business launches, utilizing playbooks to seamlessly ensure all operational impacts are identified, optimized, and resolved
Drive continuous improvement by identifying, fixing, and optimizing processes to maximize scalability and efficiency across internal teams and external partners
Create, maintain and enhance critical business documents including decision logs, risk logs, and launch playbooks.
Design, deliver and maintain contingency processes including documentation and resources for operational teams, including maintaining escalation contact lists for seamless issue management.
Serve as the primary operational point of contact for the Predicts Commercial team, maintaining open lines of communication across internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with commercial and product teams to improve internal stakeholder, external stakeholder, and customer experiences by identifying opportunities to drive standardization, automation and profitability.
Identify areas of risk and work with relevant teams and stakeholders to detail and deliver mitigation plans.
Support strategic planning process and ongoing measurement of performance against strategic OKRs.
Prepare materials for business reviews and operational planning meetings.
Contribute to ensuring key meetings have high impact on organization alignment and overall results.
Opportunity to manage or mentor more junior members on the Operational Excellence Team.
THE STATS
What we're looking for in our next teammate
A minimum of 5 year experience in commercial/analytics/customer intelligence/operations preferred
Well-organized and excellent attention to detail
Ability to juggle multiple projects at once & prioritize based on company drivers
Experience in managing complex and sensitive operational challenges
Competency in data related to business improvement metrics and operational performance
Strategic mindset that takes a long-term view and anticipates future trends and implications
Collaborative worker with strong interpersonal skills
Solution-oriented and able to define problem statements and drive outcomes with a focus on customer experience as well as business objectives
Effective verbal and written communication skills used in working across all levels of the organization
Familiarity with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Asana preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience in online business - fantasy sports or sports betting preferred
* Passionate about sports and/or gambling preferred
About Fanduel
FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including: America’s #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook; its leading iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino; the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing; and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company is based in New York with US offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as global offices in Canada and Scotland. The company’s affiliates have offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT).
Player Benefits
We treat our team right We offer amazing benefits above and beyond the basics. We have an array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning, mental health support, and fitness benefits. We offer generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave), annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance), 401k with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more - check out all our benefits here: FanDuel Total Rewards.
Benefits differ across location, role, and level.
FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principles states, “We are One Team!”. As such, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. FanDuel is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please email Benefits@fanduel.com.
The applicable salary range for this position is $111,000 - $139,000 USD, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
THE POSITION
Our roster has an opening with your name on it FanDuel is looking for a Operational Excellence Manager to lead strategic cross-functional planning, execution, and reporting of critical readiness initiatives as we expand and mature our Predicts operating model. You will project manage operational elements of new features and business launches, ensuring all operational impacts are identified, optimized, and resolved. This role drives continuous improvement by identifying, fixing, and optimizing processes to maximize scalability and efficiency across internal teams and external partners. You will own the company's strategic planning process and performance measurement against key operational goals, while partnering with commercial and product teams to improve internal stakeholder, external stakeholder, and customer experiences. As a member of the Operational Excellence Team, this role provides the opportunity to work across all aspects of the business. In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs.
THE GAME PLAN
Everyone on our team has a part to play
Own and drive the creation and refinement of our operating model as we further expand our Predicts business.
Project manage operational elements of new features and business launches, utilizing playbooks to seamlessly ensure all operational impacts are identified, optimized, and resolved
Drive continuous improvement by identifying, fixing, and optimizing processes to maximize scalability and efficiency across internal teams and external partners
Create, maintain and enhance critical business documents including decision logs, risk logs, and launch playbooks.
Design, deliver and maintain contingency processes including documentation and resources for operational teams, including maintaining escalation contact lists for seamless issue management.
Serve as the primary operational point of contact for the Predicts Commercial team, maintaining open lines of communication across internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with commercial and product teams to improve internal stakeholder, external stakeholder, and customer experiences by identifying opportunities to drive standardization, automation and profitability.
Identify areas of risk and work with relevant teams and stakeholders to detail and deliver mitigation plans.
Support strategic planning process and ongoing measurement of performance against strategic OKRs.
Prepare materials for business reviews and operational planning meetings.
Contribute to ensuring key meetings have high impact on organization alignment and overall results.
Opportunity to manage or mentor more junior members on the Operational Excellence Team.
THE STATS
What we're looking for in our next teammate
A minimum of 5 year experience in commercial/analytics/customer intelligence/operations preferred
Well-organized and excellent attention to detail
Ability to juggle multiple projects at once & prioritize based on company drivers
Experience in managing complex and sensitive operational challenges
Competency in data related to business improvement metrics and operational performance
Strategic mindset that takes a long-term view and anticipates future trends and implications
Collaborative worker with strong interpersonal skills
Solution-oriented and able to define problem statements and drive outcomes with a focus on customer experience as well as business objectives
Effective verbal and written communication skills used in working across all levels of the organization
Familiarity with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Asana preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience in online business - fantasy sports or sports betting preferred
* Passionate about sports and/or gambling preferred
About Fanduel
FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including: America’s #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook; its leading iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino; the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing; and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company is based in New York with US offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as global offices in Canada and Scotland. The company’s affiliates have offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT).
Player Benefits
We treat our team right We offer amazing benefits above and beyond the basics. We have an array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning, mental health support, and fitness benefits. We offer generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave), annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance), 401k with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more - check out all our benefits here: FanDuel Total Rewards.
Benefits differ across location, role, and level.
FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principles states, “We are One Team!”. As such, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. FanDuel is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please email Benefits@fanduel.com.
The applicable salary range for this position is $111,000 - $139,000 USD, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Operational Excellence Manager
Frame your degree as essential to the role
H-1B approval hinges on proving the job requires a specific bachelor's degree. Emphasize how your industrial engineering, operations management, or business degree directly underpins the analytical and process design work the role demands.
Target industries with consistent sponsorship track records
Manufacturing, healthcare systems, management consulting, and logistics firms sponsor Operational Excellence Managers most frequently. These sectors rely heavily on Lean and Six Sigma expertise, making a strong business case for sponsorship easier to establish.
Highlight Lean Six Sigma certification prominently
Green Belt or Black Belt certification significantly strengthens your profile. Employers and immigration attorneys use these credentials to demonstrate the specialized nature of the role, supporting the specialty occupation argument required for H-1B approval.
Pursue L-1A if you're transferring within a multinational
If you've managed teams or directed operational functions at an overseas affiliate for at least one year, the L-1A intracompany transferee visa is a strong alternative to H-1B and bypasses the lottery entirely.
Ask employers about cap-exempt sponsorship early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated organizations are H-1B cap-exempt. If a cap-exempt employer has an Operational Excellence role, your petition can be filed at any time without waiting for the April lottery window.
Document quantifiable impact from previous roles
Sponsoring attorneys build the specialty occupation case around your specific contributions. Concrete metrics, such as cost reductions achieved, cycle times improved, or defect rates reduced, demonstrate the complexity and specialized nature of your work.
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Does an Operational Excellence Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field like industrial engineering, operations management, or business. Roles framed around general management without a required degree field face higher scrutiny. Employers with a history of requiring a specific degree and candidates whose degree directly matches the job duties have stronger cases.
Which visa types do employers typically use to sponsor Operational Excellence Managers?
H-1B is the most common path for new hires without an existing U.S. employer relationship. L-1A is available for managers transferring from an overseas entity within the same corporate group. TN visas cover this role for Canadian and Mexican nationals when the job maps to a qualifying USMCA professional category such as industrial engineer or management consultant, depending on how the position is defined.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for this role, and what affects approval odds?
USCIS approvals for operations and process improvement roles have held reasonably steady, though outcomes depend heavily on how the petition is drafted. Key factors include whether the job description specifies a required degree field, whether the applicant holds a matching degree, and whether the employer can document that the role is genuinely specialized. Six Sigma credentials and quantified project outcomes strengthen the petition materially.
Where can I find Operational Excellence Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates and filters for roles where employers are open to sponsorship. Searching there lets you focus on companies already familiar with the H-1B or L-1 process for operations roles, which saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship isn't available after the first interview.
Can a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. qualify me for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS accepts three-year degrees from countries like Australia, India, and the UK as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, provided a credential evaluation confirms equivalency. Some petitions combine a three-year degree with a postgraduate qualification or relevant work experience to meet the equivalency threshold. Having a credential evaluation completed before your employer files saves time and avoids requests for additional evidence.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Operational Excellence Manager 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.
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