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This position is responsible for the oversight and development of applications for use in and supporting Tractor Supply Stores. Additional responsibilities include technical leadership, supervising/mentoring team members, and leading projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Asses and cultivate long-term strategic goals for IT's area of responsibility in conjunction with department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the development and deployment of applications for use by TSC Stores and Team Members. Contribute to the overall architecture of the store application landscape.
- Hire, manage, develop, and motivate store systems team.
- Review and analyze existing applications and system effectiveness and efficiency/develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
- Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Meet with store field management to identify store opportunities.
- Create and define development process for future omni-channel needs.
- Disseminate and enforce functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.
- Sponsor, promote and execute on projects to prototype and pilot new technologies in TSC stores.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years’ work experience, 2 years management experience leading teams.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SLDC) methodology preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, design, development, and implementation of store systems, including POS/mobile applications and/or payment devices.
- Superior ability managing teams working with various programming languages such as Java, .net and C.
- Superior negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Working Conditions
- Normal office working conditions
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends
- Occasional travel required
Physical Requirements
- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
Overall Job Summary
This position is responsible for the oversight and development of applications for use in and supporting Tractor Supply Stores. Additional responsibilities include technical leadership, supervising/mentoring team members, and leading projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Asses and cultivate long-term strategic goals for IT's area of responsibility in conjunction with department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Manage the development and deployment of applications for use by TSC Stores and Team Members. Contribute to the overall architecture of the store application landscape.
- Hire, manage, develop, and motivate store systems team.
- Review and analyze existing applications and system effectiveness and efficiency/develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
- Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Meet with store field management to identify store opportunities.
- Create and define development process for future omni-channel needs.
- Disseminate and enforce functional policies, procedures, and quality assurance best practices.
- Sponsor, promote and execute on projects to prototype and pilot new technologies in TSC stores.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years’ work experience, 2 years management experience leading teams.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SLDC) methodology preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of architecture, design, development, and implementation of store systems, including POS/mobile applications and/or payment devices.
- Superior ability managing teams working with various programming languages such as Java, .net and C.
- Superior negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Working Conditions
- Normal office working conditions
- Must be able to work some nights and weekends
- Occasional travel required
Physical Requirements
- Sitting
- Standing (not walking)
- Walking
- Kneeling/Stooping/Bending
- Driving a vehicle
- Reaching overhead
- Lifting 50+ pounds
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Project Program Manager
Target industries with high sponsorship volume
Technology, management consulting, and healthcare systems sponsor the most Project and Program Manager roles. Focusing your search on these sectors substantially improves your odds of finding an employer willing to file an H-1B or E-3 visa petition on your behalf.
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a specialty occupation link between your degree field and the job. A degree in business administration, engineering, information systems, or a related discipline typically satisfies this requirement for Project and Program Manager positions.
Get PMP or Agile certified before you apply
A PMP certification or demonstrated Scrum Master experience strengthens your H-1B petition by reinforcing the specialty occupation argument. It also signals to employers that sponsoring you is a lower-risk hire compared to an uncertified candidate.
Ask about sponsorship before the final interview round
Raising the sponsorship question early filters out employers who won't sponsor and preserves your time. Frame it as a logistics question, not a negotiation, and confirm whether they've filed H-1B or E-3 petitions for similar roles previously.
Prepare a clear project portfolio with quantified outcomes
Employers sponsoring a visa want confidence they're getting an exceptional hire. A portfolio showing delivered projects, budget oversight, and measurable business impact makes it easier for a hiring manager to justify the sponsorship process internally.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate lists Project and Program Manager roles from employers with confirmed visa sponsorship histories. Filtering to roles that match your visa type saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations later in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Project and Program Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases, but the specific job duties matter. USCIS looks for a direct connection between the role and a specialized field requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Positions with clearly defined technical or business systems scope, budget authority, and cross-functional coordination generally qualify. Generic management roles with no specialized degree requirement can face challenges.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my visa as a Project or Program Manager?
Most employers require a bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, engineering, computer science, or information systems. USCIS wants the degree field to connect logically to the job duties. A degree in an unrelated field doesn't automatically disqualify you, but your employer's immigration attorney may need to build a stronger supporting argument for your petition.
How likely is it that my H-1B petition will be approved in this role?
Approval rates for Project and Program Manager H-1B visa petitions are generally solid when the job duties are clearly articulated and the degree requirement is specific. USCIS has issued RFEs for management roles that appear generalist, so petition quality matters. Working with an experienced immigration attorney who can document the specialty occupation connection thoroughly improves approval outcomes significantly.
Can Australian citizens get E-3 sponsorship for Project and Program Manager roles?
Yes. The E-3 visa applies to Australian citizens in specialty occupations, and Project and Program Manager roles routinely qualify. The E-3 has no lottery, no annual cap pressure in practice, and can be renewed indefinitely in two-year increments. Employers familiar with H-1B sponsorship can usually add E-3 filings with minimal additional effort, making it a practical alternative worth raising directly.
Where can I find Project and Program Manager jobs with confirmed visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate curates Project and Program Manager listings from employers with verified sponsorship histories, filtered by visa type. This removes the guesswork of applying to roles only to find the employer doesn't sponsor. You can browse current openings and identify which companies have an established track record of filing petitions for this job category.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Project Program 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.