H-1B Visa Planning Analyst Jobs
Planning Analyst jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of business operations, data analysis, and strategic forecasting, all degree-level functions that typically qualify as a specialty occupation. Employers filing an LCA must certify a prevailing wage tied to your worksite location, so your offer location directly shapes your compensation floor.
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Logistics at full potential.
At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
We’re constantly looking for ways to improve, enhance and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace. As the Material Planning Analyst you will be responsible for developing actionable analyses to improve the productivity and efficiency of our operations. If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge with a dynamic global company, we have an opportunity for you to grow with GXO.
PAY, BENEFITS AND MORE
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Prepare operational analyses of services, projects or general business functions
- Maintain databases; extract information and develop metrics and scorecards to measure and improve overall performance
- Research operations, including performance and productivity data, error rates and root causes; review reports to identify operational issues across departments
- Prepare related reports, graphs, charts, presentations and other documents to support analyses
- Utilize systems and software to develop and maintain reporting tools to support business decisions
- Perform supplier and location waste walks to generate cost-saving ideas for the pipeline
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
At a minimum, you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience
- 1 year of experience in comprehensive supply chain or logistics
- Expertise in preparing, importing and manipulating information in spreadsheets, databases and presentations; converting raw data into usable formats
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Access); ability to extract system data from SAP and utilize Excel/Access to develop reports
- Experience supporting Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), order management applications and database systems
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to perform macros
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It’d be great if you also have:
- Experience with SAP
- Solid data mining and development skills; ability to perform statistical analysis and create queries
- Ability to create solutions-based reports to improve operational efficiency and increase customer satisfaction
- Fundamental comprehension of warehouse operations and the supply chain structure
- Solid verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.
GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
INTRODUCTION
Logistics at full potential.
At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
We’re constantly looking for ways to improve, enhance and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace. As the Material Planning Analyst you will be responsible for developing actionable analyses to improve the productivity and efficiency of our operations. If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge with a dynamic global company, we have an opportunity for you to grow with GXO.
PAY, BENEFITS AND MORE
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Prepare operational analyses of services, projects or general business functions
- Maintain databases; extract information and develop metrics and scorecards to measure and improve overall performance
- Research operations, including performance and productivity data, error rates and root causes; review reports to identify operational issues across departments
- Prepare related reports, graphs, charts, presentations and other documents to support analyses
- Utilize systems and software to develop and maintain reporting tools to support business decisions
- Perform supplier and location waste walks to generate cost-saving ideas for the pipeline
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
At a minimum, you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or equivalent related work or military experience
- 1 year of experience in comprehensive supply chain or logistics
- Expertise in preparing, importing and manipulating information in spreadsheets, databases and presentations; converting raw data into usable formats
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Access); ability to extract system data from SAP and utilize Excel/Access to develop reports
- Experience supporting Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), order management applications and database systems
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to perform macros
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It’d be great if you also have:
- Experience with SAP
- Solid data mining and development skills; ability to perform statistical analysis and create queries
- Ability to create solutions-based reports to improve operational efficiency and increase customer satisfaction
- Fundamental comprehension of warehouse operations and the supply chain structure
- Solid verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.
GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Planning Analyst
Map your degree to planning duties
USCIS evaluates whether your specific bachelor's degree field directly relates to the Planning Analyst role, not just whether you hold any degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Planning Analysts and document how your coursework in finance, economics, business analytics, or operations research maps to each listed task.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your exact worksite location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 13-1081 before you enter salary discussions so you know the floor your offer must clear.
Find sponsors through verified LCA history
Target employers who have already certified LCAs for Planning Analyst roles rather than asking companies to sponsor you from scratch. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history by role and city, so you can focus your applications on proven sponsors.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If you'll rotate across client sites or work from a different office than your employer's headquarters, each worksite location requires its own certified LCA before you work there. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel during the offer stage, not after you've already started.
File or extend before your status expires
H-1B status is granted in three-year increments up to a six-year maximum. If you're changing Planning Analyst roles mid-status, your new employer must file a new I-129 petition with USCIS, and you can begin work only after the petition is filed, not just approved, under portability rules.
Prepare a specialty occupation evidence packet
Employers sponsoring Planning Analysts sometimes receive a Request for Evidence from USCIS questioning whether the role requires a specific degree rather than general business experience. Gather job postings from comparable companies, your employer's internal job description, and your academic transcripts before the petition is filed.
H-1B Visa Planning Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Planning Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Planning Analyst roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation because the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business analytics, finance, economics, operations research, or supply chain management. USCIS evaluates the specific duties in your employer's job description, not just the job title, so the offer letter and LCA should reflect degree-level analytical and forecasting responsibilities throughout.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Planning Analysts?
Employers most likely to sponsor include large manufacturers, logistics companies, healthcare systems, consulting firms, and technology companies with dedicated supply chain or financial planning functions. These organizations file LCAs regularly for Planning Analyst roles and have established immigration processes. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for planning and analyst positions by location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect a Planning Analyst's offer?
DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite county or metropolitan area. Prevailing wages vary significantly by location, so the same Planning Analyst title in San Francisco carries a higher DOL wage floor than the same title in a smaller metro. Your employer sets this using the OFLC Wage Search before filing.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Planning Analyst employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin work for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition with USCIS, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. You don't need to wait for approval before starting. The new employer must also file a certified LCA for your new worksite location before submitting the petition.
How long does H-1B status last for a Planning Analyst position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum under standard rules. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending labor certification that has been filed for at least 365 days. USCIS adjudicates all extensions on the same specialty occupation standard as the initial petition.