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Analytics Engineer jobs are actively hiring F-1 OPT students with skills in SQL, dbt, and data pipeline tools. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in tech, finance, and healthcare regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role.
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Why Work for KeHE?
- Full-time
- Pay Range: $97,350.00/Yr. - $142,659.00/Yr.
- Shift Days: , Shift Time:
- Benefits on Day 1
- Health/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
- Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
- Holiday pay for company designated holidays
Overview:
At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Senior Manager, Supplier Promotion Analytics serves as a strategic advisor to suppliers, partnering with them to develop promotional and advertising strategies that drive growth across categories, retailers, and regions. The position works closely with internal teams to align promotional investments with category strategies, while driving adoption of promotional analytics solutions and advisory services among existing and prospective suppliers. In addition, this role analyzes promotion performance, translates findings into actionable recommendations, and conducts post-event reviews to improve lift, incrementality, and ROI along with leading strategic initiatives, building scalable processes and best practices. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Essential Functions:
DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as a trusted strategic advisor and primary point of contact for suppliers, partnering with them to develop annual promotional and advertising strategies aligned to their business objectives and to identify growth opportunities across categories, retailers, and regions.
- Develop supplier segmentation and engagement strategies based on business needs, growth potential, and promotional objectives.
- Partner with Category Managers, Sales, and Merchandising Intelligence to align promotional investments with category strategies and growth objectives.
- Support annual planning processes and strategic business reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment around business priorities.
- Drive adoption and expansion of promotional analytics solutions, advanced reporting, and advisory services through consultative engagement with existing and prospective suppliers, clearly communicating their value proposition.
- Analyze promotional performance using syndicated retailer, and internal data to identify trends and growth opportunities, and recommend improvements to timing, depth, investment allocation, lift, incrementality, ROI, and overall trade effectiveness.
- Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations and growth strategies.
- Develop post-event reviews and performance assessments to inform future planning.
- Lead strategic projects that enhance promotional planning capabilities and supplier engagement and build scalable processes and best practices within the promotion strategy function.
- Mentor and develop analysts and future team members.
- As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Strong analytical capabilities with advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and data visualization tools.
- Able to leverage syndicated data sources such as Circana (IRI), NielsenIQ, SPINS, or equivalent platforms.
- Deep understanding of promotional strategy, trade investment optimization, category management, and revenue growth principles.
- Proven ability to translate complex data into compelling business narratives and actionable recommendations.
- Strong consultative selling, relationship management, and stakeholder influence skills.
- Exceptional presentation and communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and external partners.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead complex cross-functional initiatives.
- Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to identify growth opportunities and drive business results.
- Strong project leadership and organizational skills with the ability to operate independently.
- Able to coach, mentor, or develop talent with potential for future people leadership responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Analytics, or related field required.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in category management, commercial analytics, trade marketing, revenue growth management, sales strategy, promotions, or related CPG functions.
- Experience working directly with manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, distributors, or broker organizations within grocery, natural, or consumer packaged goods industries.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing syndicated and customer-level data to drive business recommendations and commercial outcomes.
- Experience leading strategic initiatives and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
- Previous experience presenting recommendations to external clients, suppliers, or senior leadership preferred.
- Prior people leadership, mentoring, or team development experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Requisition ID: 2026-33242
Equal Employer Opportunity Statement: KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Analytics Engineer
Target companies with a track record of STEM OPT hiring
Search for employers who have previously hired OPT students in data engineering or analytics roles. Companies with existing data teams are more likely to understand STEM OPT authorization and have HR processes already in place for it.
Confirm your role qualifies for the STEM OPT extension
Analytics Engineer roles typically fall under CIP codes for Computer Science or Information Technology. Verify your degree's CIP code matches your employer's listed SOC code before accepting an offer to ensure your 24-month extension is protected.
Lead with your technical stack, not your visa status
Hiring managers for Analytics Engineer roles prioritize SQL proficiency, dbt experience, and familiarity with tools like Snowflake or BigQuery. Demonstrate clear technical depth in applications before the visa conversation comes up.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
Many companies sponsor H-1B visas for Analytics Engineers but do not advertise it upfront. Ask directly whether the company sponsors H-1B petitions for this role before accepting, not after your OPT period is already running down.
Build a portfolio of data models and pipeline projects
Public GitHub repositories showing dbt models, data transformation logic, or pipeline architecture help you stand out. Concrete technical output signals the level of specialization that justifies STEM OPT and future H-1B sponsorship to employers.
Start your job search at least six months before OPT expires
Analytics Engineer hiring cycles can take two to four months from application to offer. Starting early gives you enough runway to negotiate sponsorship terms and submit your STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT period ends.
Analytics Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Analytics Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Analytics Engineer positions typically fall under SOC codes for Software Developers or Database Administrators, which are STEM-designated occupations. Your degree's CIP code must also be STEM-eligible. Degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Statistics are the most common qualifying fields for this role.
How do I find Analytics Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Analytics Engineer roles by sponsorship willingness. This saves you from applying to positions where visa authorization will be a dealbreaker. Browsing Migrate Mate's listings lets you focus your effort on employers who already understand OPT and STEM extension requirements.
Do Analytics Engineer employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Yes. Analytics Engineering is a specialized, high-demand role, and many mid-to-large employers in tech, finance, and healthcare sponsor H-1B petitions for it. Companies with mature data teams, particularly those using tools like Snowflake, dbt, or Databricks at scale, have strong incentives to retain OPT employees through the H-1B process.
What is the E-Verify requirement for STEM OPT, and does it affect Analytics Engineer jobs?
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. This applies to every Analytics Engineer role you accept on a STEM extension, regardless of company size. Before accepting an offer, confirm E-Verify enrollment directly with HR. If the employer is not enrolled, your STEM OPT extension approval will be at risk.
Can I work as a contractor or on a project basis as an Analytics Engineer on OPT?
OPT requires that your work be directly related to your degree field and that you have a formal employer relationship. Short-term contract work through a staffing agency can qualify, but you must have a clear employer of record enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT. Self-employment and independent consulting arrangements are generally not permitted under OPT regulations.