Sales Manager Jobs at Ace Hardware with Visa Sponsorship
Sales Manager roles at Ace Hardware sit at the intersection of retail operations and contractor relationships, requiring candidates who can drive revenue across both consumer and professional channels. Ace Hardware has sponsored work visas for Sales Manager hires, making it a viable target for international candidates with sales leadership backgrounds.
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Ace Retail Group (ARG), is a division of Ace Hardware Corporation that owns and operates several Ace brands, including Westlake Ace, Great Lakes Ace, Buikema’s Ace, Outer Banks Ace, Dennis Company, and Breed & Company. ARG is one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States and has two headquarters located in Lenexa, KS and Farmington Hills, MI. ARG’s origins date back over a century and operates over 250 neighborhood stores located throughout the United States. Great people make ARG stand out in our industry, and we are looking for individuals who strive for personal and professional growth, and who want to work with a company founded on (and still led by) our solid Core Values of: Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork.
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Westlake Ace Hardware is seeking a talented, confident, and enthusiastic team member with a “make it happen” attitude. This is a B2B customer connected position with advancement opportunities within our Commercial business unit, which happens to be the fastest growing division inside our company. With a goal of driving repeatable, sustainable and predictable sales, you will be responsible for direct sales and sales facilitation among mostly existing and some new Commercial customers.
Position Summary
The successful Associate Inside Sales Manager will use the telephone and the internet (email) to pursue distinct sales channels to an assigned group of our stores who do not currently have an outside sales presence.
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Direct sales: Utilizing data points to prospect (Sales history, purchase patterns, customer segmentation & etc.)
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Store partnership and support: Fielding calls from and partnering with store team members who have uncovered sales opportunities to business customers which they need help carrying across the finish line.
Direct Sales:
Using our existing customer base as a launching point for your sales efforts you will call on known customers who shop in our retail stores who do not have an outside sales rep (Business Development Manager or Account Manager) assigned to them. Your goal will be to engage these customers and create incremental sales as follows:
- AISM will use our sales and customer data (BI) and reports to identify and target specific customers who represent opportunity for sales growth based on purchasing patterns, specific requests and account information
- Narrowed product focus - AISM will see commonly sold products across customer types and will be able to pick out preferred products to be sold based on best margin opportunity and customer demand/need.
- Organic / Prospecting / data driven opportunities: Cold & warm calling prospective customers based on segmentation, purchase history, frequency, trends and seasonality.
- Communicate the breadth and depth of product selection and overall capabilities of our Commercial Division to prospective customers.
- Exercise highly consultative sales skills to connect customers to stores and their team members and vice versa.
- Apply general product knowledge to discuss the needs of a wide variety of commercial customer types.
Store partnership:
Fields calls company-wide from stores who need help, (i.e. stores with opportunities to sell beyond their capability). AISM follows up and filters to the right people or takes the lead and closes the sales on behalf of the store and builds out the ongoing sales solution. (e.g. Website, in-store stocking, Sales Manager involvement)
- Sourcing and locating product within our stable of vendors or go outside in partnership with the Commercial Fulfillment, Sourcing and Operations Manager to order in and maintain stock of items in demand.
- Communicate with store staff members regarding business customer purchasing habits and frequencies.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as being comfortable talking with internal and external customers in any setting
- Understanding of retail operations, inventory management and business fundamentals
- Refined interpersonal skills to engage with others, solid negotiating and conflict resolutions abilities
- Able to foster teamwork and collaboration
- Can motivate others both internal and external to perform enthusiastically.
- Comfortable with computers, telephones, email, various applications, technology, websites and the internet
- Must have excellent attention to detail and follow up
- Excellent PC skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Ability to work independently and during flexible hours
Other Essential Requirements:
- Deliver results through the execution of our Core Values:
Physical Demands:
Sitting, Standing, Walking, Talking
Must be able to lift and load up to 50lbs.
Compensation Details
$50000-$55000 annually
For a full list of benefits and open positions, please visit us at: https://acehardware.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ARG_External
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Retail Group is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military discharge, or any other action covered by federal or state laws.
About Ace Retail Group
Ace Retail Group (ARG), is a division of Ace Hardware Corporation that owns and operates several Ace brands, including Westlake Ace, Great Lakes Ace, Buikema’s Ace, Outer Banks Ace, Dennis Company, and Breed & Company. ARG is one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States and has two headquarters located in Lenexa, KS and Farmington Hills, MI. ARG’s origins date back over a century and operates over 250 neighborhood stores located throughout the United States. Great people make ARG stand out in our industry, and we are looking for individuals who strive for personal and professional growth, and who want to work with a company founded on (and still led by) our solid Core Values of: Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork.
UNLOCK YOUR CAREER POTENTIAL!
Westlake Ace Hardware is seeking a talented, confident, and enthusiastic team member with a “make it happen” attitude. This is a B2B customer connected position with advancement opportunities within our Commercial business unit, which happens to be the fastest growing division inside our company. With a goal of driving repeatable, sustainable and predictable sales, you will be responsible for direct sales and sales facilitation among mostly existing and some new Commercial customers.
Position Summary
The successful Associate Inside Sales Manager will use the telephone and the internet (email) to pursue distinct sales channels to an assigned group of our stores who do not currently have an outside sales presence.
-
Direct sales: Utilizing data points to prospect (Sales history, purchase patterns, customer segmentation & etc.)
-
Store partnership and support: Fielding calls from and partnering with store team members who have uncovered sales opportunities to business customers which they need help carrying across the finish line.
Direct Sales:
Using our existing customer base as a launching point for your sales efforts you will call on known customers who shop in our retail stores who do not have an outside sales rep (Business Development Manager or Account Manager) assigned to them. Your goal will be to engage these customers and create incremental sales as follows:
- AISM will use our sales and customer data (BI) and reports to identify and target specific customers who represent opportunity for sales growth based on purchasing patterns, specific requests and account information
- Narrowed product focus - AISM will see commonly sold products across customer types and will be able to pick out preferred products to be sold based on best margin opportunity and customer demand/need.
- Organic / Prospecting / data driven opportunities: Cold & warm calling prospective customers based on segmentation, purchase history, frequency, trends and seasonality.
- Communicate the breadth and depth of product selection and overall capabilities of our Commercial Division to prospective customers.
- Exercise highly consultative sales skills to connect customers to stores and their team members and vice versa.
- Apply general product knowledge to discuss the needs of a wide variety of commercial customer types.
Store partnership:
Fields calls company-wide from stores who need help, (i.e. stores with opportunities to sell beyond their capability). AISM follows up and filters to the right people or takes the lead and closes the sales on behalf of the store and builds out the ongoing sales solution. (e.g. Website, in-store stocking, Sales Manager involvement)
- Sourcing and locating product within our stable of vendors or go outside in partnership with the Commercial Fulfillment, Sourcing and Operations Manager to order in and maintain stock of items in demand.
- Communicate with store staff members regarding business customer purchasing habits and frequencies.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as being comfortable talking with internal and external customers in any setting
- Understanding of retail operations, inventory management and business fundamentals
- Refined interpersonal skills to engage with others, solid negotiating and conflict resolutions abilities
- Able to foster teamwork and collaboration
- Can motivate others both internal and external to perform enthusiastically.
- Comfortable with computers, telephones, email, various applications, technology, websites and the internet
- Must have excellent attention to detail and follow up
- Excellent PC skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Ability to work independently and during flexible hours
Other Essential Requirements:
- Deliver results through the execution of our Core Values:
Physical Demands:
Sitting, Standing, Walking, Talking
Must be able to lift and load up to 50lbs.
Compensation Details
$50000-$55000 annually
For a full list of benefits and open positions, please visit us at: https://acehardware.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ARG_External
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Retail Group is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military discharge, or any other action covered by federal or state laws.
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Align your credentials to specialty trade sales
Ace Hardware's Sales Manager roles often serve contractor and construction accounts alongside retail customers. Translate any experience managing B2B hardware, building materials, or trade accounts into your resume before applying. USCIS specialty occupation standards reward clear field alignment.
Target district and regional postings strategically
Ace Hardware posts Sales Manager openings across markets with heavy construction and renovation activity. Research which geographies have the most active contractor base and prioritize applications there, since those stores are more likely to justify sponsorship for experienced candidates.
Confirm sponsorship willingness before final interviews
Ace Hardware operates through a mix of corporate-owned and independently owned franchise stores. Sponsorship decisions vary by entity, so confirm directly with the hiring manager whether the specific location files H-1B or other work visa petitions before you invest in final-round preparation.
Time your application around the H-1B cap cycle
If you need H-1B sponsorship, work backward from the April 1 filing window. Securing an offer by January gives Ace Hardware's HR team enough runway to prepare the Labor Condition Application through DOL and submit the I-129 petition to USCIS before the registration deadline.
Document your sales performance with hard metrics
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation eligibility for sales roles. Build a portfolio of revenue results, territory growth figures, and key account wins that demonstrate your work requires a degree-level skill set, not just general sales experience. This directly strengthens the employer's H-1B petition narrative.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Sales Manager roles
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Find Sales Manager at Ace Hardware JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Ace Hardware sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Managers?
Ace Hardware has sponsored H-1B visas for Sales Manager roles, though sponsorship decisions depend on the specific hiring entity. Corporate-owned locations follow centralized HR processes, while independently owned franchise stores make their own sponsorship calls. Your best approach is confirming directly with the recruiter or hiring manager early in the process, before final-round interviews.
Which visa types does Ace Hardware commonly sponsor for Sales Manager roles?
Ace Hardware has sponsored H-1B visas and employment-based Green Cards through the EB-2 and EB-3 pathways for Sales Manager hires. F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and J-1 authorizations have also been used for this function. The right visa type depends on your nationality, educational background, and where you are in your career.
What qualifications does Ace Hardware expect for Sales Manager candidates needing sponsorship?
Ace Hardware typically looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, combined with direct sales leadership experience. For USCIS specialty occupation purposes, your degree should map clearly to the Sales Manager role. Experience managing contractor accounts, hardware category sales, or trade relationships in the construction and real estate sector strengthens your application significantly.
How do I apply for Sales Manager jobs at Ace Hardware?
Applications go through Ace Hardware's careers portal at careers.acehardware.com, where you can filter by role and location. Before applying, use Migrate Mate to identify which current Sales Manager openings have a sponsorship history, so you're prioritizing your effort on locations most likely to support your visa needs. Tailor your resume to highlight B2B sales and contractor account management experience.
How do I plan my timeline if I need visa sponsorship for a Sales Manager role at Ace Hardware?
If you're pursuing H-1B sponsorship, you need an offer in place well before the April registration window opens each year. Factor in DOL Labor Condition Application processing, which typically takes one to two weeks, plus USCIS petition preparation time. For OPT extensions or TN renewals, coordinate your start date with Ace Hardware's HR team to avoid gaps in work authorization status.
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