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Imagine yourself…
- Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.
- Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
At Hach, a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. We accomplish this through teamwork, customer partnerships, passionate experts, and reliable, easy-to-use solutions.
As part of our team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll be part of a unique work environment where purpose meets possibility: where you’ll make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale by enabling the world’s everyday water needs, and where you’ll have opportunities to foster your professional development and fuel your career growth.
Motivated by the highest possible stakes in climate change and global health, we’re working together within a rapidly digitizing industry to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.
WE OFFER:
- Professional onboarding and training options
- Powerful team looking forward to working with you
- Career coaching and development opportunities
- Health benefits
- 401(k)
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Senior Manager Transportation & Logistics, the Logistics Data & Analytics Specialist is responsible for delivering advanced transportation and supply chain analytics, insights, and project support to improve transportation cost, service performance, and operational efficiency across Hach’s logistics network. This role partners cross-functionally with Transportation, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to identify opportunities, solve complex business problems, and drive data-driven decision-making across inbound and outbound logistics operations. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and is ideal for someone who enjoys combining analytics, project ownership, and operational problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy and will play a key role in helping optimize transportation performance, improve reporting capabilities, and support strategic logistics initiatives. This position is part of the Transportation & Logistics team located in Romeoville, Illinois, and will be on-site.
In this role, a typical day will look like:
- Provide advanced analytical support for transportation, freight spend, carrier performance, service metrics, inventory flows, and distribution efficiency
- Design, automate, and continuously improve recurring reports, dashboards, and data visualization tools across multiple datasets and systems
- Analyze transportation and logistics data to identify cost savings opportunities, operational inefficiencies, and service improvement initiatives
- Partner cross-functionally with Transportation, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support data-driven decision making
- Lead logistics projects and improvement initiatives with defined scope, timelines, and success metrics
- Investigate logistics and supply chain issues using root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Manage weekly and monthly transportation analytics and performance reporting, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights
- Support carrier performance analysis, freight recovery tracking, and accessorial cost reviews across regions
- Support monthly logistics allocations and accrual processes in partnership with Finance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across inbound and outbound transportation operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Data Analytics, Operations, or related field
- 4+ years of professional experience in supply chain analytics, transportation, logistics, operations analytics, or related data-focused roles
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and complex formulas
- Experience with BI/data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
- Experience working with large or complex datasets, including combining and analyzing data from multiple systems or providers
- Experience leading or supporting cross-functional projects within supply chain, transportation, operations, or logistics environments
- ERP system experience such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent platforms preferred
COMPENSATION
The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.
The compensation range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
US ONLY:
US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
The EEO posters are available here.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation.
UNSOLICITED ASSISTANCE
We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.
INTRODUCTION
Imagine yourself…
- Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.
- Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
At Hach, a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. We accomplish this through teamwork, customer partnerships, passionate experts, and reliable, easy-to-use solutions.
As part of our team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll be part of a unique work environment where purpose meets possibility: where you’ll make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale by enabling the world’s everyday water needs, and where you’ll have opportunities to foster your professional development and fuel your career growth.
Motivated by the highest possible stakes in climate change and global health, we’re working together within a rapidly digitizing industry to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.
WE OFFER:
- Professional onboarding and training options
- Powerful team looking forward to working with you
- Career coaching and development opportunities
- Health benefits
- 401(k)
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Senior Manager Transportation & Logistics, the Logistics Data & Analytics Specialist is responsible for delivering advanced transportation and supply chain analytics, insights, and project support to improve transportation cost, service performance, and operational efficiency across Hach’s logistics network. This role partners cross-functionally with Transportation, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to identify opportunities, solve complex business problems, and drive data-driven decision-making across inbound and outbound logistics operations. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and is ideal for someone who enjoys combining analytics, project ownership, and operational problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy and will play a key role in helping optimize transportation performance, improve reporting capabilities, and support strategic logistics initiatives. This position is part of the Transportation & Logistics team located in Romeoville, Illinois, and will be on-site.
In this role, a typical day will look like:
- Provide advanced analytical support for transportation, freight spend, carrier performance, service metrics, inventory flows, and distribution efficiency
- Design, automate, and continuously improve recurring reports, dashboards, and data visualization tools across multiple datasets and systems
- Analyze transportation and logistics data to identify cost savings opportunities, operational inefficiencies, and service improvement initiatives
- Partner cross-functionally with Transportation, Operations, Distribution, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support data-driven decision making
- Lead logistics projects and improvement initiatives with defined scope, timelines, and success metrics
- Investigate logistics and supply chain issues using root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Manage weekly and monthly transportation analytics and performance reporting, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights
- Support carrier performance analysis, freight recovery tracking, and accessorial cost reviews across regions
- Support monthly logistics allocations and accrual processes in partnership with Finance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across inbound and outbound transportation operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Data Analytics, Operations, or related field
- 4+ years of professional experience in supply chain analytics, transportation, logistics, operations analytics, or related data-focused roles
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and complex formulas
- Experience with BI/data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
- Experience working with large or complex datasets, including combining and analyzing data from multiple systems or providers
- Experience leading or supporting cross-functional projects within supply chain, transportation, operations, or logistics environments
- ERP system experience such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent platforms preferred
COMPENSATION
The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.
The compensation range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
US ONLY:
US residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
The EEO posters are available here.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation.
UNSOLICITED ASSISTANCE
We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Data Analytics Specialist
Lead with your STEM OPT timeline
Tell hiring managers upfront that your STEM OPT gives you up to three years of work authorization. Most employers assume OPT students need immediate H-1B visa sponsorship. Correcting that assumption early removes the biggest barrier to moving forward.
Target employers with established OPT hiring patterns
Companies that have hired OPT students before understand e-Verify enrollment and STEM extension requirements. Focus your search on mid-size tech firms, consulting firms, and enterprises with data teams that have processed OPT paperwork previously.
Quantify your analytics impact precisely
Vague descriptions lose out to specific results. Frame your experience around business outcomes: models deployed, dashboards adopted by stakeholders, or accuracy improvements over a baseline. Numbers make your contributions concrete and easier for non-technical hiring managers to evaluate.
Match your tools to the job description exactly
Data Analytics Specialist roles vary widely in required tools. Some prioritize SQL and Tableau, others Python and Power BI. Mirror the exact tool names from the job posting in your resume so applicant tracking systems and recruiters recognize your match immediately.
Clarify your DSO reporting obligations proactively
Employers sometimes worry OPT students require complex compliance steps from them. Be ready to explain that your DSO handles reporting, your employer simply needs e-Verify enrollment, and STEM extension paperwork is straightforward. Reducing perceived friction improves your odds significantly.
Build a portfolio that demonstrates real analytical decisions
Showcase projects where you moved from raw data to a business recommendation, not just technical execution. Employers hiring Data Analytics Specialists want analysts who communicate insights clearly, so a well-documented case study outperforms a GitHub repository of notebooks.
Data Analytics Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Data Analytics Specialist jobs typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, Data Analytics Specialist roles almost always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as statistics, computer science, information systems, or applied mathematics. Your employer must be enrolled in e-Verify and you must file Form I-983 with your DSO before your initial OPT EAD expires. That gives you up to three years of total work authorization.
How do I find Data Analytics Specialist roles that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship and OPT eligibility, so you are not sifting through listings that reject international candidates. Searching there saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering OPT restrictions late in the process.
Can I work as a Data Analytics Specialist for a client site through a staffing agency on OPT?
Yes, but third-party placement arrangements require careful documentation. Your OPT must be authorized for the correct employer, and staffing agency placements can create ambiguity about who qualifies as your employer of record. Ensure your EAD employer name matches the entity responsible for your work, and confirm the arrangement with your DSO before accepting.
What happens to my OPT if my Data Analytics Specialist contract ends before my EAD expires?
OPT allows up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment during the initial period, and up to 150 days if you have been approved for a STEM extension. A gap between contracts counts toward that limit, so it is important to start a new role or report updated employment to your DSO promptly after a contract ends.
Does a Data Analytics Specialist role at a startup qualify for OPT employment?
It can, but startups must be legitimate businesses with an actual employer-employee relationship. For STEM OPT specifically, the employer must be enrolled in e-Verify, which some early-stage startups have not yet completed. Confirm e-Verify status before accepting an offer, as working for a non-enrolled employer would invalidate your STEM extension eligibility.