OPT Logistics Specialist Jobs
Logistics Specialist jobs on OPT involve coordinating supply chains, managing shipments, and optimizing distribution networks. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT. Your 12-month authorization can extend to 36 months with a STEM extension if your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a related field.
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- Work closely with Order Management team and create SAF's to release to 3PL WMS for outbound preparation.
- Monitor WMS to ensure orders are processed and ready by scheduled date/time.
- Check previous day shipping records against SAP and ensure all exceptions are resolved in a timely manner.
- Coordinate returns and maintain logs for all returns and arrange return pickups from customers to designated 3PL warehouses on time and close RA's.
- Periodically review non-compliance financial penalties from customers and investigate/dispute claims.
- Collect carrier invoices, validate them for payment and on-time invoice processing and accurate accrual at the end of month.
- Load plan orders and tender to carriers and track pickup schedule with shipping warehouse and delivery schedule with customers to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
- Submit Ready to Ship information in customers' portals to secure pickup appointments.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Management, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in Load Planning
- Must have knowledge of SAP and advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Table & Lookup function are minimum required)
- Ability to create reports and data management to track open orders from receipt to delivery (on-time performance) and expense analysis
- Ability to track expenses and process them for payment after validation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must have time management and prioritization skills
- Self-starter, detail-oriented and goal-driven
- Ability to work in extensive manual work environment
Hisense USA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We comply with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmatively seek to recruit, develop, and promote qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our company is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We encourage applicants of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply for employment with our company.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Work closely with Order Management team and create SAF's to release to 3PL WMS for outbound preparation.
- Monitor WMS to ensure orders are processed and ready by scheduled date/time.
- Check previous day shipping records against SAP and ensure all exceptions are resolved in a timely manner.
- Coordinate returns and maintain logs for all returns and arrange return pickups from customers to designated 3PL warehouses on time and close RA's.
- Periodically review non-compliance financial penalties from customers and investigate/dispute claims.
- Collect carrier invoices, validate them for payment and on-time invoice processing and accurate accrual at the end of month.
- Load plan orders and tender to carriers and track pickup schedule with shipping warehouse and delivery schedule with customers to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
- Submit Ready to Ship information in customers' portals to secure pickup appointments.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Management, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in Load Planning
- Must have knowledge of SAP and advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Table & Lookup function are minimum required)
- Ability to create reports and data management to track open orders from receipt to delivery (on-time performance) and expense analysis
- Ability to track expenses and process them for payment after validation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must have time management and prioritization skills
- Self-starter, detail-oriented and goal-driven
- Ability to work in extensive manual work environment
Hisense USA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We comply with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmatively seek to recruit, develop, and promote qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our company is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We encourage applicants of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply for employment with our company.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Logistics Specialist
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, and logistics are all STEM-designated fields. A 24-month extension gives you significantly more time to secure H-1B sponsorship after your initial 12-month OPT period ends.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Many logistics employers plan headcount months in advance. Starting your job search three to four months before graduation puts you in front of hiring managers during their peak planning cycles, not after roles have already been filled.
Emphasize ERP and logistics software experience
Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan Associates platforms signals technical depth that justifies the specialty occupation classification. Employers who see software expertise are more confident the role meets the degree-level requirement for OPT and future H-1B.
Track your OPT unemployment days carefully
F-1 OPT students are limited to 90 cumulative days of unemployment, or 150 days with a STEM extension. Between logistics roles, document any freelance consulting, contract work, or relevant project work to protect your authorized stay.
Frame your degree match explicitly in your cover letter
Logistics Specialist roles require a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. State that connection plainly. Employers filing for H-1B later will need to establish this degree-to-role relationship for the specialty occupation determination.
Logistics Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Logistics Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes, in most cases. Logistics Specialist positions that require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, business, or operations typically qualify as specialty occupations. The key is that the employer's job description must specify a degree requirement in a relevant field, not just a general business degree as a preference.
Can I do a STEM OPT extension as a Logistics Specialist?
You can if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field. Supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, and systems engineering all qualify. A logistics degree from a program not on the STEM designation list would not qualify, even if the job itself is technical. Check your program's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before assuming you have 36 months.
What happens if my Logistics Specialist job ends before my OPT expires?
Your 90-day unemployment clock starts immediately. You can take on contract logistics work, consulting projects, or part-time roles in your field to pause or slow that count, as long as the work is directly related to your degree. Document everything. If you hit 90 days without authorized employment, your F-1 status is at risk. Start your next job search on Migrate Mate as early as possible to avoid gaps.
Do logistics companies typically sponsor H-1B visas?
It varies significantly by employer size and sector. Large manufacturers, global freight forwarders, and major retailers with internal supply chain teams file H-1B petitions regularly. Smaller freight brokers or regional distributors often do not. When evaluating a role, ask directly whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas before and whether they work with an immigration attorney. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have a history of sponsoring international candidates.
Can I work for multiple employers as a Logistics Specialist on OPT?
Yes, concurrent employment is permitted on OPT as long as each position is directly related to your degree field and each employer is aware you are on OPT. Many logistics professionals on OPT take on a primary role plus part-time contract work in freight coordination or supply chain consulting. Each position must individually qualify as related to your program of study.