OPT Demand Planning Analyst Jobs
Demand Planning Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in supply chain, operations research, or data analytics. Most positions require proficiency in forecasting tools and ERP systems. Your 12-month OPT window, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension, gives you meaningful runway to build employer relationships and secure H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Salad and Go is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst who will be responsible for forecasting demand across restaurant locations and production facilities to optimize inventory, minimize waste, and ensure seamless operations. This role involves analyzing sales trends, seasonality, and market data to develop accurate demand plans that align with business goals. The analyst collaborates closely with supply chain, operations, and culinary teams to balance production capacity with restaurant needs, ensuring the right ingredients and products are available at the right time. Additionally, they refine forecasting models, monitor performance metrics, and recommend adjustments to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the supply chain.
As the Demand Planning Analyst, you will:
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Engineering graduate degree with a focus on Industrial Engineering/Statistics
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Experience with applying statistical methods to real world situations
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Knowledge of R or Python and SQL is a must
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including VBA and VBS scripting
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Knowledge of Tableau is a must
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Knowledge in inventory management including safety stocks, PAR levels is a must
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Knowledge in Lean-Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management and inventory management is a plus
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Knowledge in Regression Analysis, Time Series Forecasting and/or Data mining is a must
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Passionate about process optimization
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Can-do attitude and motivated to identify areas of improvement and work to find solutions
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Ability to work independently as well on a team
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Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including SharePoint
Minimum Requirements:
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Should be able to apply forecasting techniques to predict daily demand while considering various independent variables that affect the sales
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Should be able to translate revenue data into ingredient level usage
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Will be working closely with procurement, production and retail store team and support them with revenue and ingredient data
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Work on the ad-hoc requests from production and purchasing team and other stakeholders by using the historical data and other qualitative inputs
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Salad and Go will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
Salad and Go is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
Salad and Go is seeking a Demand Planning Analyst who will be responsible for forecasting demand across restaurant locations and production facilities to optimize inventory, minimize waste, and ensure seamless operations. This role involves analyzing sales trends, seasonality, and market data to develop accurate demand plans that align with business goals. The analyst collaborates closely with supply chain, operations, and culinary teams to balance production capacity with restaurant needs, ensuring the right ingredients and products are available at the right time. Additionally, they refine forecasting models, monitor performance metrics, and recommend adjustments to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the supply chain.
As the Demand Planning Analyst, you will:
-
Engineering graduate degree with a focus on Industrial Engineering/Statistics
-
Experience with applying statistical methods to real world situations
-
Knowledge of R or Python and SQL is a must
-
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including VBA and VBS scripting
-
Knowledge of Tableau is a must
-
Knowledge in inventory management including safety stocks, PAR levels is a must
-
Knowledge in Lean-Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management and inventory management is a plus
-
Knowledge in Regression Analysis, Time Series Forecasting and/or Data mining is a must
-
Passionate about process optimization
-
Can-do attitude and motivated to identify areas of improvement and work to find solutions
-
Ability to work independently as well on a team
-
Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including SharePoint
Minimum Requirements:
-
Should be able to apply forecasting techniques to predict daily demand while considering various independent variables that affect the sales
-
Should be able to translate revenue data into ingredient level usage
-
Will be working closely with procurement, production and retail store team and support them with revenue and ingredient data
-
Work on the ad-hoc requests from production and purchasing team and other stakeholders by using the historical data and other qualitative inputs
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Salad and Go will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
Salad and Go is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Demand Planning Analyst
Target STEM-designated programs
Demand Planning Analyst roles typically fall under CIP codes tied to supply chain management or operations research, qualifying for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles with longer ramp-up timelines.
Prioritize companies with H-1B filing history
Search DOL disclosure data to identify employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for supply chain or planning roles. Companies that have sponsored similar positions before are far more likely to sponsor you after your OPT period ends.
Lead with ERP and forecasting tool fluency
Employers sponsoring Demand Planning Analysts want candidates who reduce onboarding time. Highlight hands-on experience with SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, or similar platforms in your resume to signal immediate productivity and reduce sponsorship hesitation.
Apply to mid-size manufacturers and retailers
Large consumer goods companies and retailers like Procter and Gamble, Target, and Walmart have established immigration programs. Mid-size manufacturers often have fewer internal candidates competing for planning roles, making sponsorship conversations more straightforward.
Time your job search around H-1B deadlines
H-1B registration opens in March each year. If your OPT expires in fall, start applying six to eight months early so employers can file your petition before the cap lottery closes. Missing this window costs you a full year.
Frame your international background as an asset
Global supply chains require planners who understand cross-border logistics, currency fluctuations, and regional demand variability. Explicitly connecting your background to these realities makes sponsorship feel like an investment rather than an administrative burden.
Demand Planning Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Demand Planning Analyst on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Demand Planning Analyst is a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as supply chain management, operations research, industrial engineering, or data analytics. As long as your degree aligns with the role and your OPT EAD is active, you're authorized to work. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific CIP code, so confirm with your DSO.
Does Demand Planning Analyst qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your degree is classified under supply chain management, operations research, industrial engineering, or a related STEM field, you likely qualify for the 24-month extension. Degrees in business administration or general management may not qualify. Review your program's CIP code with your Designated School Official before assuming eligibility.
Which employers hire Demand Planning Analysts and sponsor visas?
Consumer goods companies, retailers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and third-party logistics firms are the most active hirers. Companies like Procter and Gamble, Johnson and Johnson, Amazon, and large grocery chains regularly sponsor planning roles. You can browse OPT-friendly Demand Planning Analyst positions on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers open to sponsoring international candidates.
What tools and skills make a Demand Planning Analyst more sponsorable?
Employers are most willing to sponsor candidates who reduce onboarding costs. Proficiency in SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, or Kinaxis RapidResponse signals immediate value. Statistical forecasting skills using Python or R, experience with S&OP processes, and familiarity with ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA or Oracle all strengthen your candidacy. The closer your skills match the tech stack a company already uses, the easier the sponsorship conversation becomes.
How should I handle the OPT authorization question during interviews?
Be direct and prepared. State that you're authorized to work on OPT for 12 months, that your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, and that you'd need H-1B sponsorship before your authorization expires. Bring a copy of your EAD and have your OPT end date ready. Employers who have sponsored before will know this process. For those who haven't, having clear answers removes uncertainty and keeps the conversation moving forward.