OPT Business Development Analyst Jobs
Business Development Analyst roles are consistently among the most OPT-friendly positions in sales and strategy. Employers filing LCAs for this title span tech, consulting, and finance, giving F-1 students strong options across industries. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under a business or economics degree, supporting both standard OPT and STEM OPT extension.
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Why Work for KeHE?
- Full-time
- Pay Range: $68,200.00/Yr. - $99,946.00/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 HR Information Systems Analyst partners with HR, Payroll, Operations, and Talent Acquisition to reduce manual processes and redundancies, improve data quality, and create a better end-user experience with our HR systems. This role supports routine maintenance of Dayforce and Paradox, manages projects to optimize existing configurations, and assists with testing configuration changes. The analyst also serves as the SME for the Dayforce Pay Policy module, ensures data integrity, and reviews upcoming Dayforce and Paradox releases to communicate relevant updates to the business. 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:
- Support our ATS, HCM, and multiple vendor integrations, including assisting in the development and administration of vendor data interfaces.
- Perform system maintenance, including assisting with the review, testing, and implementation of HR system upgrades, maintaining HR system tables, and documenting processes and results.
- Provide production support and customer service to internal and external customers by researching and resolving system issues, unexpected results, and process flaws; performing scheduled activities; and recommending solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.
- Write, maintain, and support a variety of reports and queries using HCM and ATS reporting tools, including assisting in the development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs.
- Maintain data integrity by running queries, comparing data from different sources, and analyzing results to draw conclusions.
- Apply qualitative and quantitative measurement and data collection design principles.
- Recommend short- and long-term goals, milestones, and benchmarks for key performance metrics.
- Manage projects and process improvements, applying change management experience to move processes to new levels of quality.
- Identify and analyze issues, problems, and opportunities, then select and develop appropriate solutions based on available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
- Recommend process and customer service improvements, innovative solutions, and policy changes, including major variations from established policy, which require leadership approval prior to implementation.
- Use strong interpersonal skills when working with customers and peers to accomplish project goals.
- Develop and deliver training, including user procedures, guidelines, and documentation. Train internal clients on new processes and functionality and assist in onboarding new system users.
- Stay current on HRMS trends, including product and service development, delivery and support, AI, and other key technologies, through classes, reading, computer-based training, user group meetings, and conferences. Continuously build knowledge of HR and HR systems.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Proficiency with Excel, including writing formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.
- Strong analytical skills, be resourceful and well organized.
- Strong time management skills and an ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to pivot priorities quickly and respond to urgent issues or system problems.
- Comfortable working with both high level and lower-level projects.
- Able to perform multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Proficiency with Dayforce, Workday, Paradox. Ability to configure Dayforce Pay policies strongly desired.
- Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
- Understanding of California compliance requirements, including meal and rest break rules, reporting time pay, split-shift premiums, final pay requirements, and wage statement regulations preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Human Resources or related field.
- Minimum 2 years of previous, relevant HRIS experience required.
- Paradox and Workday HCM Experience preferred.
- Dayforce HCM experience required.
- PHR or SHRM-CP certifications preferred.
- Experience with multi-state and union payrolls is a plus.
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: 2026-33243
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 a Business Development Analyst
Lead with your quantifiable impact
Business development is a results-driven field. Frame your resume around metrics: pipeline generated, deals closed, or revenue influenced. Hiring managers respond to numbers. Vague descriptions of responsibilities won't differentiate you from domestic candidates competing for the same role.
Target companies with active LCA filings
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for Business Development Analyst roles are far more likely to sponsor again. Prioritize companies with a documented history of OPT and H-1B visa sponsorship in this title rather than hoping a new employer will start the process.
Address OPT authorization directly and early
Don't wait for screening calls to surface your visa status. Include a brief note on your resume or cover letter confirming work authorization under F-1 OPT. Proactively mentioning STEM OPT eligibility, if applicable, removes uncertainty and signals that you've done this before.
Align your degree field to the role description
Specialty occupation status for Business Development Analyst roles typically requires a degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field. Confirm your degree aligns with the job description before applying. A mismatch can complicate OPT authorization even if your experience is strong.
Build relationships inside target companies
Business development hiring is relationship-driven by nature. Connecting with team members at target companies before applying signals cultural fit and initiative. Internal referrals carry real weight at companies evaluating whether to take on an OPT candidate for the first time.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for sponsoring employers
Searching general job boards wastes time when many postings exclude visa-sponsored candidates. Migrate Mate filters Business Development Analyst roles by employers who actively support OPT, so your applications go to companies already open to hiring international students.
Business Development Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes, in most cases. Business Development Analyst roles typically require a bachelor's degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies when evaluating OPT and subsequent H-1B petitions. The key is that the job description must specify a degree requirement in a particular field, not just any bachelor's degree. Generic postings that accept any major can create complications, so check the language carefully before applying.
Can I work as a Business Development Analyst on STEM OPT?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as business analytics, information systems, or applied economics. Standard business and economics degrees without a STEM CIP code do not qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program list maintained by ICE to confirm eligibility before your initial OPT period ends.
How do I find Business Development Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
The most efficient approach is to use a platform built specifically for international students. Migrate Mate lists Business Development Analyst roles from employers with a history of supporting OPT and H-1B sponsorship, so you're not filtering through hundreds of postings that exclude visa-sponsored candidates. Beyond that, targeting mid-size technology, consulting, and SaaS companies with international hiring track records improves your odds significantly compared to applying broadly.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Business Development Analyst role changes significantly?
OPT authorization is tied to employment that is directly related to your degree field, not to a specific job title. If your role shifts substantially, say from analyst responsibilities to something outside your field of study, it could jeopardize the relationship between your work and your authorized field. Keep documentation showing how your ongoing work connects to your degree. If your employer restructures your role significantly, consult your Designated School Official promptly.
Do Business Development Analyst employers typically transition OPT workers to H-1B?
Companies in technology, management consulting, and financial services that hire Business Development Analysts on OPT frequently support H-1B petitions for high performers. Sponsorship is never guaranteed, but employers who have hired on OPT before are much more likely to follow through with H-1B filing. During interviews, it's reasonable to ask about the company's track record sponsoring international employees after the OPT period, framed as a long-term planning question.