OPT Logistics Analyst Jobs
Logistics Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in supply chain, operations, or business. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT-eligible, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in this field regularly sponsor H-1B visas, making it a practical long-term path.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Analyst to join our FirstElement Fuel Team as we grow our operational needs. The right candidate will perform well under pressure, manage tight deadlines effectively, and respond quickly to changing priorities. This role requires weekend coverage as part of the regular schedule, with a workweek of Thursday through Monday. Weekend hours are expected to be fewer than eight hours per day, with some flexibility; however, phone coverage during that time is essential. Employees will have one weekend off per month.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Logistics Operations:
- Oversee 3PL carriers managing liquid and gaseous hydrogen transport, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery.
- Track FirstElement Fuel–owned tanker trailers for DOT compliance, maintenance, and operational readiness.
- Organize delivery priorities, coordinate with station maintenance schedules, and maintain adequate fuel levels across all network stations.
- Manage hydrogen trucking logistics for active infrastructure expansion projects, including the FirstElement Fuel Hub.
- Monitor daily delivery performance, offloads, and exceptions, ensuring transparent and proactive communication with stakeholders.
Performance & Data Analysis:
- Analyze station usage patterns and forecast demand based on historical and network data.
- Maintain reporting on hydrogen movements, carrier KPIs, and cost metrics to improve forecasting accuracy and support billing reconciliation.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly dashboards measuring on-time delivery, capacity utilization, and efficiency improvements.
- Apply Excel-based models and emerging digital tools to optimize routing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Partnership & Communication:
- Meet regularly with 3PL partners to review service quality, safety, cost efficiency, and compliance.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Sales, Operations, Safety, Construction) to align logistics with project and customer requirements.
- Act as a primary escalation point for delivery issues, equipment delays, or station supply challenges.
- Coordinate driver training and reinforce safety best practices with all carriers and partners.
Continuous Improvement:
- Champion logistics process and technology improvements to enhance visibility, accuracy, and performance.
- Support integration of logistics data into enterprise systems (ERP/TMS/BI dashboards).
- Contribute to developing SOPs, KPIs, and standard reporting packages to support scalability within commercial operations.
Leadership & Growth:
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert for specialized Hydrogen Logistics.
- Demonstrate capability to grow with the company, expanding scope as operations scale.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Business Administration or related field - is preferred.
- Flexibility and ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with short deadlines, sensitive service issues, and emergency situations.
- Proven time management, scheduling and prioritization skills.
- Strong problem-solving management and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work a non-standard work schedule in a 24x7 operation.
- Microsoft Office skills.
SCHEDULE + BENEFITS
- Travel time: It is anticipated that 10% of the work time will be spent in the field.
- Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) Plan.
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $70,304 to $80,304 per year.
FirstElement Fuel is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We also perform employment background checks.
INTRODUCTION
We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Analyst to join our FirstElement Fuel Team as we grow our operational needs. The right candidate will perform well under pressure, manage tight deadlines effectively, and respond quickly to changing priorities. This role requires weekend coverage as part of the regular schedule, with a workweek of Thursday through Monday. Weekend hours are expected to be fewer than eight hours per day, with some flexibility; however, phone coverage during that time is essential. Employees will have one weekend off per month.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Logistics Operations:
- Oversee 3PL carriers managing liquid and gaseous hydrogen transport, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-efficient delivery.
- Track FirstElement Fuel–owned tanker trailers for DOT compliance, maintenance, and operational readiness.
- Organize delivery priorities, coordinate with station maintenance schedules, and maintain adequate fuel levels across all network stations.
- Manage hydrogen trucking logistics for active infrastructure expansion projects, including the FirstElement Fuel Hub.
- Monitor daily delivery performance, offloads, and exceptions, ensuring transparent and proactive communication with stakeholders.
Performance & Data Analysis:
- Analyze station usage patterns and forecast demand based on historical and network data.
- Maintain reporting on hydrogen movements, carrier KPIs, and cost metrics to improve forecasting accuracy and support billing reconciliation.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly dashboards measuring on-time delivery, capacity utilization, and efficiency improvements.
- Apply Excel-based models and emerging digital tools to optimize routing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Partnership & Communication:
- Meet regularly with 3PL partners to review service quality, safety, cost efficiency, and compliance.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Sales, Operations, Safety, Construction) to align logistics with project and customer requirements.
- Act as a primary escalation point for delivery issues, equipment delays, or station supply challenges.
- Coordinate driver training and reinforce safety best practices with all carriers and partners.
Continuous Improvement:
- Champion logistics process and technology improvements to enhance visibility, accuracy, and performance.
- Support integration of logistics data into enterprise systems (ERP/TMS/BI dashboards).
- Contribute to developing SOPs, KPIs, and standard reporting packages to support scalability within commercial operations.
Leadership & Growth:
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert for specialized Hydrogen Logistics.
- Demonstrate capability to grow with the company, expanding scope as operations scale.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Business Administration or related field - is preferred.
- Flexibility and ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with short deadlines, sensitive service issues, and emergency situations.
- Proven time management, scheduling and prioritization skills.
- Strong problem-solving management and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work a non-standard work schedule in a 24x7 operation.
- Microsoft Office skills.
SCHEDULE + BENEFITS
- Travel time: It is anticipated that 10% of the work time will be spent in the field.
- Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) Plan.
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $70,304 to $80,304 per year.
FirstElement Fuel is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We also perform employment background checks.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Logistics Analyst
Target supply chain-heavy industries
Retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce companies employ the most logistics analysts and file H-1B petitions regularly. Focusing your search on these sectors improves your odds of finding an employer with an established immigration sponsorship track record.
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Logistics Analyst typically falls under CIP code 52.0203 (Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management). Verify your specific degree CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer to ensure you can apply for the 24-month STEM extension.
Highlight your ERP and data analysis skills
Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or SQL signals technical depth that justifies specialty occupation classification. Employers sponsoring H-1B visas need to demonstrate the role requires a specific degree, so quantifiable technical skills strengthen both your application and their petition.
Start the sponsorship conversation early
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer negotiation stage, not after you have started. Companies with existing sponsorship programs can tell you their process upfront, helping you plan around your OPT expiration and the H-1B lottery timeline.
Document your work with measurable outcomes
Employers building an H-1B case for a logistics analyst need to show the role is specialized. Keeping records of cost savings, process improvements, and analytical projects you own makes that argument concrete when the petition is filed.
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Logistics Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Logistics Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your degree is in supply chain management, operations research, industrial engineering, or a related STEM field, the role will likely qualify. Confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer, because the extension is tied to your degree classification, not the position description.
How do logistics employers typically view OPT candidates?
Most mid-to-large logistics and supply chain employers are familiar with OPT work authorization because the field draws heavily from international graduate programs. Companies in retail, manufacturing, and third-party logistics frequently hire OPT students and have HR teams experienced with work authorization documentation. Smaller firms may need more explanation, so be prepared to briefly walk them through the timeline.
Where can I find Logistics Analyst jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and shows logistics analyst roles from employers with a history of visa sponsorship. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves you from applying to companies that are unfamiliar with or unwilling to support work authorization, which is a common frustration in a standard job search.
Do Logistics Analyst roles commonly lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Logistics analyst positions at larger employers in supply chain, retail, and manufacturing are among the more consistent H-1B sponsors because the roles are recurring and require specific analytical or engineering degrees. Specialty occupation approval is generally straightforward when the job requires a degree in supply chain, operations research, or a related field and the duties reflect that.
What should I have ready before starting a Logistics Analyst job on OPT?
You need your EAD card, a copy of your I-20 with the OPT authorization page, and your employer's FEIN for the reporting requirements in SEVP. Your employer's HR team will also need these for I-9 verification. If you plan to apply for the STEM OPT extension, start that conversation with your DSO at least 90 days before your initial OPT period ends.