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Business Intelligence jobs are consistently among the most OPT-friendly roles in tech, with strong demand from employers who regularly sponsor H-1B visas. Most BI positions qualify as specialty occupations, making them well-suited for both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM OPT extension available to graduates in data, computer science, and related fields.
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The Supply Chain Business Intelligence and Analytics supports supply chain site operations and logistics by analyzing operational, inventory, and distribution data and translating it into actionable insights for leaders and frontline partners. Develops and maintains business intelligence reporting (e.g., dashboards, scorecards, and recurring performance reports) that improves visibility to service levels, inventory health, throughput, and supply continuity risks. Applies practical analytics skills to identify trends, drivers, and exceptions, and partners with stakeholders to define metrics and prioritize improvement opportunities. Ensures data integrity through validation, documentation, and consistent metric definitions while enabling more efficient, standardized reporting processes.
Job Description
Summary
The Supply Chain Business Intelligence and Analytics supports supply chain site operations and logistics by analyzing operational, inventory, and distribution data and translating it into actionable insights for leaders and frontline partners. Develops and maintains business intelligence reporting (e.g., dashboards, scorecards, and recurring performance reports) that improves visibility to service levels, inventory health, throughput, and supply continuity risks. Applies practical analytics skills to identify trends, drivers, and exceptions, and partners with stakeholders to define metrics and prioritize improvement opportunities. Ensures data integrity through validation, documentation, and consistent metric definitions while enabling more efficient, standardized reporting processes.
Job Duties
- Analyze supply chain site operations and logistics data (e.g., receiving, distribution, inventory movements, order fulfillment, and backorders) to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Design, build, and maintain BI dashboards and recurring reports that track key performance indicators such as days on hand, fill rate, inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, and service level attainment.
- Develop and maintain data models and calculations to support consistent KPI definitions and scalable reporting across sites, departments, and product categories.
- Perform data validation, reconciliation, and root-cause analysis to ensure reporting accuracy; document data sources, metric logic, and report standards.
- Partner with supply chain operations, logistics, and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, translate business questions into analytical approaches, and communicate findings in clear operational terms.
- Support inventory optimization and supply continuity initiatives by monitoring exceptions (e.g., stockouts, excess/obsolete inventory, supplier disruptions) and providing timely visibility for escalation and action.
- Improve reporting efficiency by standardizing datasets, reducing manual processes, and enabling automation of routine reporting and distribution where feasible.
- Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for operational reviews, performance huddles, and leadership updates, highlighting drivers, variances, and recommended actions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 4 years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or supply chain reporting/analytics supporting operations, logistics, inventory, or distribution functions.
- Ability to develop and maintain BI dashboards and operational performance reporting using common analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or equivalent).
- Practical knowledge of supply chain operations and logistics concepts, including inventory control, replenishment, distribution, and service level measurement.
- Ability to query, transform, and validate data from multiple sources using SQL and/or data preparation tools to ensure accurate, repeatable reporting.
- Ability to define, document, and enforce consistent KPI definitions and data standards to improve comparability across teams and sites.
- Strong analytical skills to perform variance analysis, identify drivers/root causes, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to gather requirements, present insights, and support decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Number of Positions In Requisition
2
Job Details
The Supply Chain Business Intelligence and Analytics supports supply chain site operations and logistics by analyzing operational, inventory, and distribution data and translating it into actionable insights for leaders and frontline partners. Develops and maintains business intelligence reporting (e.g., dashboards, scorecards, and recurring performance reports) that improves visibility to service levels, inventory health, throughput, and supply continuity risks. Applies practical analytics skills to identify trends, drivers, and exceptions, and partners with stakeholders to define metrics and prioritize improvement opportunities. Ensures data integrity through validation, documentation, and consistent metric definitions while enabling more efficient, standardized reporting processes.
Job Description
Summary
The Supply Chain Business Intelligence and Analytics supports supply chain site operations and logistics by analyzing operational, inventory, and distribution data and translating it into actionable insights for leaders and frontline partners. Develops and maintains business intelligence reporting (e.g., dashboards, scorecards, and recurring performance reports) that improves visibility to service levels, inventory health, throughput, and supply continuity risks. Applies practical analytics skills to identify trends, drivers, and exceptions, and partners with stakeholders to define metrics and prioritize improvement opportunities. Ensures data integrity through validation, documentation, and consistent metric definitions while enabling more efficient, standardized reporting processes.
Job Duties
- Analyze supply chain site operations and logistics data (e.g., receiving, distribution, inventory movements, order fulfillment, and backorders) to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Design, build, and maintain BI dashboards and recurring reports that track key performance indicators such as days on hand, fill rate, inventory accuracy, cycle count performance, and service level attainment.
- Develop and maintain data models and calculations to support consistent KPI definitions and scalable reporting across sites, departments, and product categories.
- Perform data validation, reconciliation, and root-cause analysis to ensure reporting accuracy; document data sources, metric logic, and report standards.
- Partner with supply chain operations, logistics, and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, translate business questions into analytical approaches, and communicate findings in clear operational terms.
- Support inventory optimization and supply continuity initiatives by monitoring exceptions (e.g., stockouts, excess/obsolete inventory, supplier disruptions) and providing timely visibility for escalation and action.
- Improve reporting efficiency by standardizing datasets, reducing manual processes, and enabling automation of routine reporting and distribution where feasible.
- Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for operational reviews, performance huddles, and leadership updates, highlighting drivers, variances, and recommended actions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 4 years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or supply chain reporting/analytics supporting operations, logistics, inventory, or distribution functions.
- Ability to develop and maintain BI dashboards and operational performance reporting using common analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or equivalent).
- Practical knowledge of supply chain operations and logistics concepts, including inventory control, replenishment, distribution, and service level measurement.
- Ability to query, transform, and validate data from multiple sources using SQL and/or data preparation tools to ensure accurate, repeatable reporting.
- Ability to define, document, and enforce consistent KPI definitions and data standards to improve comparability across teams and sites.
- Strong analytical skills to perform variance analysis, identify drivers/root causes, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to gather requirements, present insights, and support decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Thomas Jefferson University
Primary Location Address
1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Business Intelligence
Target employers with a STEM OPT extension track record
Search for companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions for BI Analysts and Data Engineers. Employers already familiar with OPT extensions are far less likely to hesitate when your authorization timeline comes up in the hiring process.
Lead with your technical stack, not your visa status
Recruiters filter on SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and Python proficiency before they consider authorization. Get those skills prominent in your resume header and the first bullet of each role. Sponsorship conversations go better when you're already a strong match.
Apply to consulting firms and staffing agencies that place BI contractors
Many BI roles are filled through consulting firms that routinely manage OPT paperwork across multiple clients. These employers sponsor at higher rates than direct-hire corporate teams and often convert contractors to full-time once your H-1B is approved.
Clarify whether the role qualifies for STEM OPT before accepting
Not all BI job titles trigger STEM OPT eligibility. Verify your degree field is on the STEM designated degree program list and confirm your prospective employer is E-Verify enrolled, which is required before your DSO can recommend the extension.
Apply early to build a pipeline before your OPT start date
BI hiring cycles can run six to eight weeks from first interview to offer. Starting your search at least three months before your current authorization expires gives you enough runway to negotiate start dates without creating gaps in your work authorization.
Quantify business impact in every resume bullet
Hiring managers for BI roles respond to numbers: dashboards that reduced reporting time, revenue trends you surfaced, or cost anomalies your analysis caught. Specific outcomes demonstrate specialty-occupation-level expertise and strengthen any future H-1B petition your employer files.
Business Intelligence OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Intelligence roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most BI roles do qualify, but eligibility depends on your degree, not your job title. Your degree field must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Common qualifying fields include Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, and Data Analytics. If your degree is in Business Administration or a non-STEM field, you may only have the standard 12-month OPT period, so confirm your eligibility with your DSO before you start applying.
How do I find Business Intelligence jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate lists BI roles from employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring work visas, so you can filter out companies that won't engage with OPT candidates. Beyond that, focus your applications on mid-to-large enterprises in finance, healthcare, and retail technology, where dedicated data teams are common and sponsorship infrastructure is already in place. Avoid startups with fewer than 50 employees unless they explicitly state they sponsor visas.
When should I disclose my OPT status to a BI employer?
The most practical approach is to disclose after you have a strong technical interview performance but before any formal offer is extended. This gives the employer time to confirm their ability to sponsor without derailing the conversation before they've seen your skills. Some candidates include a brief note in their cover letter; others wait until the recruiter screening call. Either approach works as long as you don't let it come as a surprise during the offer stage.
What BI tools and skills make OPT candidates more competitive?
SQL is non-negotiable for nearly every BI role. Beyond that, proficiency in Tableau, Power BI, or Looker covers the visualization layer most employers expect. Python or R for data manipulation, and experience with cloud data warehouses like Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift, significantly broadens the roles you'll qualify for. Employers filing H-1B petitions also benefit from a well-defined technical scope, so a specific, demonstrable skill set actually makes the sponsorship case stronger on both ends.
Can I change employers while on OPT and keep working in Business Intelligence?
Yes, you can change employers during OPT, but there are strict conditions. Each new BI role must be directly related to your degree field, and you must report the employment change to your DSO within 10 days through your SEVIS portal. You also cannot exceed 90 days of total unemployment during standard OPT, or 150 days during a STEM OPT extension. Line up your next role before leaving your current one to avoid burning through your unemployment allowance while you search.