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- Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.
- Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.
It’s possible with a role at USP Technologies.
USP Technologies, part of Veralto, develops innovative peroxygen technologies and full-service chemical treatment programs to purify water, wastewater, air and soil. At USP Technologies, you’ll be part of a unique workplace where purpose meets possibility: where your everyday work will play a vital role in supporting a cleaner, more sustainable environment, and where you’ll have ample opportunities to deepen your skillset and invest in your career growth.
We offer:
- Flexible working hours
- Professional onboarding and training options
- Powerful team, looking forward to working with you
- Career coaching and development opportunities
- Health benefits
- 401(k)
Reporting to the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager, the Inventory Demand Planner role will be responsible for supporting order-to-delivery and end-to-end supply chain processes. This role will partner with the commercial organization to deliver high-quality, cost-competitive solutions.
This position will be hybrid in Glen Allen, VA, going 4 times a week into the office.
In this role, a typical day will look like:
- Champion a culture of safety, setting the standard for best practices in every task.
- Take charge of inventory forecasting and seamless execution for both bulk (truckload) and mini-bulk (tote-drum) deliveries, ensuring customers get what they need, when they need it.
- Drive supply chain optimization through enhanced routing, using your analytical skills to negotiate win-win agreements and develop sustainable, long-term solutions.
- Be a catalyst for continuous improvement, spearheading initiatives that deliver measurable results across key performance indicators.
- Streamline delivery, on-time performance, and communication, proactively reducing customer delays and enhancing satisfaction at every step.
- Other duties as assigned.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Transportation/Logistics or Chemical engineering) or equivalent, 5 years of relevant experience.
- 3-5 years of Logistics/Transportation/Distribution experience preferred.
- Strong analytical skills, project management skills, as well as strong cross-functional influence capabilities.
It would be nice if you also possess:
- 1-2 years of work-related experience in the field of environmental chemical treatment, preferably with a chemical manufacturer or distributor.
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain Management, including procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation.
USP Technologies is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.
US ONLY:
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 $70,000 - $80,000 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 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.
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.
It’s possible with a role at USP Technologies.
USP Technologies, part of Veralto, develops innovative peroxygen technologies and full-service chemical treatment programs to purify water, wastewater, air and soil. At USP Technologies, you’ll be part of a unique workplace where purpose meets possibility: where your everyday work will play a vital role in supporting a cleaner, more sustainable environment, and where you’ll have ample opportunities to deepen your skillset and invest in your career growth.
We offer:
- Flexible working hours
- Professional onboarding and training options
- Powerful team, looking forward to working with you
- Career coaching and development opportunities
- Health benefits
- 401(k)
Reporting to the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager, the Inventory Demand Planner role will be responsible for supporting order-to-delivery and end-to-end supply chain processes. This role will partner with the commercial organization to deliver high-quality, cost-competitive solutions.
This position will be hybrid in Glen Allen, VA, going 4 times a week into the office.
In this role, a typical day will look like:
- Champion a culture of safety, setting the standard for best practices in every task.
- Take charge of inventory forecasting and seamless execution for both bulk (truckload) and mini-bulk (tote-drum) deliveries, ensuring customers get what they need, when they need it.
- Drive supply chain optimization through enhanced routing, using your analytical skills to negotiate win-win agreements and develop sustainable, long-term solutions.
- Be a catalyst for continuous improvement, spearheading initiatives that deliver measurable results across key performance indicators.
- Streamline delivery, on-time performance, and communication, proactively reducing customer delays and enhancing satisfaction at every step.
- Other duties as assigned.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Transportation/Logistics or Chemical engineering) or equivalent, 5 years of relevant experience.
- 3-5 years of Logistics/Transportation/Distribution experience preferred.
- Strong analytical skills, project management skills, as well as strong cross-functional influence capabilities.
It would be nice if you also possess:
- 1-2 years of work-related experience in the field of environmental chemical treatment, preferably with a chemical manufacturer or distributor.
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain Management, including procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation.
USP Technologies is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.
US ONLY:
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 $70,000 - $80,000 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 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 Demand Planner
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Demand Planner positions often fall under CIP codes for operations research, logistics, or business analytics. Verify with your DSO that your specific job title and duties qualify before accepting an offer to protect your 24-month STEM extension.
Lead with forecasting tools in your resume
Employers screen demand planner candidates on SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, or Blue Yonder proficiency. Listing these tools prominently signals you can contribute immediately, which directly reduces employer hesitation around OPT paperwork and onboarding timelines.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
Raise sponsorship intent before signing, not after starting. Ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for supply chain roles before. A history of sponsorship in your function is a stronger signal than a general company policy.
Quantify your forecast accuracy in applications
Demand planning is a metrics-driven role. Include specific accuracy percentages or inventory reduction outcomes from internships or academic projects. Concrete results shift the conversation from visa status to value delivered, making sponsorship feel like a straightforward business decision.
Apply to companies with S&OP functions, not just job postings
Companies running formal Sales and Operations Planning processes hire demand planners regularly and plan workforce needs quarters in advance. This longer planning horizon gives employers more lead time to navigate OPT paperwork and H-1B lottery preparation.
Demand Planner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Demand Planner jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Demand Planner roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in supply chain management, operations research, business analytics, statistics, or a related STEM-designated field. The role must also involve direct application of your STEM knowledge. Confirm the CIP code on your I-20 with your DSO before accepting an offer, as the degree field, not the job title alone, determines eligibility.
How much time does an employer need to sponsor an OPT student in a Demand Planner role?
Employers need to act well before your OPT authorization expires. If you're pursuing H-1B sponsorship, your employer must register you in the lottery in March for an October 1 start date. For Demand Planner roles, raise sponsorship intent during the offer stage so your employer can assess timeline feasibility. Starting that conversation early is especially critical if your OPT end date falls outside the standard H-1B cap window.
What types of companies are most likely to sponsor OPT students for Demand Planner positions?
Large consumer goods companies, retailers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and third-party logistics firms are the most consistent sponsors for demand planning roles. These organizations run formal S&OP processes, hire planners regularly, and have HR infrastructure experienced with international sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters employer sponsorship history so you can identify these companies without guessing from job descriptions.
Can I work as a Demand Planner while on post-completion OPT before finishing my degree?
No. Post-completion OPT begins after you complete all degree requirements, including any required thesis or final exams. You can apply for OPT up to 90 days before your program end date, but you cannot start working until USCIS approves your EAD and the start date on it is reached. Pre-completion OPT is available in limited circumstances but restricts total OPT days available after graduation.
What should I do if my Demand Planner job duties change significantly while on OPT?
Report material changes in employer, job title, or work location to your DSO within ten days, as SEVIS requires. For STEM OPT students, significant changes to job duties may also require a formal training plan amendment with your DSO and employer. If your new responsibilities no longer align with your STEM degree field, your STEM extension eligibility could be at risk, so document any role evolution carefully.