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A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.
Raxium is seeking a high-caliber Supply Chain Leader to architect and scale our commodity management function. As we transition from breakthrough Research and Development (R&D) to high-volume manufacturing of our MicroLED technology.
In this role, you will be the primary architect of our sourcing strategy. You will lead the team as they bridge the gap between technical innovation and commercial scalability. This isn’t just about managing a budget, it’s about building a supply chain engine from the ground up to support the next generation of display technology. Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and execute a comprehensive supply chain and commodity management framework select, onboard, and manage suppliers for critical direct/indirect materials as well as equipment and spares.
- Lead a high-performing team of commodity management and strategic sourcing professionals fostering a culture of agility and responsiveness.
- Act as the critical link for cross-functional teams (ie compliance, finance, and purchasing) develop one voice by teaming with Raxium technical and operations teams on capital expenditure and operational expenditure supplier management.
- Establish supplier oversight programs, including scorecards, quarterly business reviews and risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
- Lead high stakes negotiations for long term agreements, ensuring favorable pricing, capacity guarantees and intellectual property protections.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in program or project management.
- 5 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
- 4 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations within manufacturing environments.
- 2 years of experience sourcing III-V Wafer fabrication.
- Experience in establishing strategic partnerships and supply chain frameworks.
- Track record in strategic negotiations and managing complex commercial agreements.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $189,000-$274,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.
Raxium is seeking a high-caliber Supply Chain Leader to architect and scale our commodity management function. As we transition from breakthrough Research and Development (R&D) to high-volume manufacturing of our MicroLED technology.
In this role, you will be the primary architect of our sourcing strategy. You will lead the team as they bridge the gap between technical innovation and commercial scalability. This isn’t just about managing a budget, it’s about building a supply chain engine from the ground up to support the next generation of display technology. Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and execute a comprehensive supply chain and commodity management framework select, onboard, and manage suppliers for critical direct/indirect materials as well as equipment and spares.
- Lead a high-performing team of commodity management and strategic sourcing professionals fostering a culture of agility and responsiveness.
- Act as the critical link for cross-functional teams (ie compliance, finance, and purchasing) develop one voice by teaming with Raxium technical and operations teams on capital expenditure and operational expenditure supplier management.
- Establish supplier oversight programs, including scorecards, quarterly business reviews and risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
- Lead high stakes negotiations for long term agreements, ensuring favorable pricing, capacity guarantees and intellectual property protections.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in program or project management.
- 5 years of experience in a people management or team leadership role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
- 4 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations within manufacturing environments.
- 2 years of experience sourcing III-V Wafer fabrication.
- Experience in establishing strategic partnerships and supply chain frameworks.
- Track record in strategic negotiations and managing complex commercial agreements.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $189,000-$274,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Manufacturing, retail, pharmaceuticals, and technology consistently sponsor Supply Chain Leads. These industries file high volumes of H-1B LCAs for operations roles, signaling genuine sponsorship infrastructure rather than one-off exceptions.
Align your degree field to the role description
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation status for supply chain roles. A degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations research maps cleanly. General business degrees require stronger documentation from your employer.
Highlight systems experience in your application
Employers sponsoring Supply Chain Leads typically need ERP proficiency, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. Demonstrating hands-on systems experience makes you a stronger candidate and reinforces the technical, specialized nature of the role.
Understand the LCA process before your interview
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before sponsoring your H-1B. Knowing this signals genuine immigration awareness and helps you ask informed questions about the sponsorship timeline during negotiations.
Australian nationals should specifically target E-3 sponsors
The E-3 visa has no lottery and far less competition than the H-1B. Many employers unfamiliar with E-3 sponsorship will proceed once HR confirms the streamlined process, it requires an LCA and a consular interview, nothing more.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Not every Supply Chain Lead posting comes with sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers willing to sponsor, saving you from applying to roles where sponsorship is never on the table for international candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Supply Chain Lead roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Most do, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that a bachelor's degree in a specific field, supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations research, be a minimum requirement for the position. Roles where any business degree suffices face higher scrutiny. Employers with strong job descriptions specifying technical degree requirements have significantly better approval outcomes.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor Supply Chain Leads?
H-1B visa is the most common pathway, used by large manufacturers, retailers, and tech companies. Australian nationals have access to the E-3 visa, which skips the lottery entirely and processes through a consular interview. L-1 visa transfers are an option if you're already working for a multinational employer overseas in a comparable role and relocating to a U.S. office.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for supply chain roles compared to tech jobs?
Approval rates for supply chain and operations roles are generally solid when the degree-to-job match is clear, but these roles do face more RFE risk than software engineering positions because USCIS occasionally questions whether the role requires a specific degree field. Employers with prior LCA filings for similar titles and well-documented job requirements tend to see fewer challenges.
Can I find Supply Chain Lead jobs that sponsor visas without cold outreach to every employer?
Yes. Migrate Mate lists Supply Chain Lead roles specifically from employers open to visa sponsorship, so you're not filtering through hundreds of postings to find the ones that will actually consider international candidates. Focusing your applications on verified sponsoring employers dramatically improves your response rate and saves time during a job search.
Does a three-year Australian bachelor's degree qualify me for an E-3 or H-1B as a Supply Chain Lead?
Generally yes. USCIS and the State Department both recognize Australian three-year bachelor's degrees as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for visa purposes, provided the degree is in a relevant field. You may be asked to provide a credential evaluation confirming equivalency, particularly if your degree title doesn't map obviously to supply chain or operations. A credential evaluation from a recognized agency resolves most questions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Supply Chain Lead 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.