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Assistant Buyer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. Retail, wholesale, and e-commerce companies regularly sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 candidates for procurement and merchandising roles.
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Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six leading retail brands - QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY, YOUR TEAM
The Assistant Buyer supports QVC or HSN in identifying and negotiating products, prices, and terms to deliver sales results across multiple platforms! You'll be the maestro orchestrating product negotiations, dreaming up dazzling new concepts, and fetching that sales gold across all our platforms! With your keen eye for spotting trends, you'll turn customer insights into new products and shows that resonate with QVC fans.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This role is hybrid and will require you to be onsite at Studio Park in West Chester, PA several days per month. Job seekers must reside in one of the following states to be considered: PA, NJ, or DE. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
- Translate product and customer trends into actionable ideas, concepts, products, and shows that appeal to QVC customers
- Manage daily office operations and administrative tasks
- Maintain robust communication with vendors and cross-functional teams, strengthening internal and external relationships
- Take lead in the office during the Buyer I's absence
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Your academic flair with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent superhero-level business experience in corporate buying)
- 1+ years of hands-on experience in related fields—a solid foundation ready to build a phenomenal future
- Understanding of Retail Math strongly preferred
Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you’ll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement benefits.
QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier-free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations/support throughout, please contact us at workwithus@qvcgrp.com for assistance.
If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six leading retail brands - QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY, YOUR TEAM
The Assistant Buyer supports QVC or HSN in identifying and negotiating products, prices, and terms to deliver sales results across multiple platforms! You'll be the maestro orchestrating product negotiations, dreaming up dazzling new concepts, and fetching that sales gold across all our platforms! With your keen eye for spotting trends, you'll turn customer insights into new products and shows that resonate with QVC fans.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This role is hybrid and will require you to be onsite at Studio Park in West Chester, PA several days per month. Job seekers must reside in one of the following states to be considered: PA, NJ, or DE. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
- Translate product and customer trends into actionable ideas, concepts, products, and shows that appeal to QVC customers
- Manage daily office operations and administrative tasks
- Maintain robust communication with vendors and cross-functional teams, strengthening internal and external relationships
- Take lead in the office during the Buyer I's absence
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Your academic flair with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent superhero-level business experience in corporate buying)
- 1+ years of hands-on experience in related fields—a solid foundation ready to build a phenomenal future
- Understanding of Retail Math strongly preferred
Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you’ll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement benefits.
QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier-free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations/support throughout, please contact us at workwithus@qvcgrp.com for assistance.
If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assistant Buyer
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
An EB-3 skilled worker filing requires at least two years of purchasing or merchandising experience. If you hold a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, you qualify as an EB-3 professional, which opens more employer filing options.
Use O*NET to document your occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Buyers and Purchasing Agents before applying. It lists the standard duties and required knowledge areas that your PERM labor certification must reflect, so your job description and application stay consistent throughout the process.
Target retailers with active PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate for Assistant Buyer roles filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Retail chains, wholesale distributors, and department store groups file PERM regularly for buying teams and are more likely to repeat the process.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area before you discuss compensation. DOL will determine the prevailing wage during PERM, and your offered salary must meet or exceed it, so knowing the floor protects your filing from the start.
Ask employers about priority date backlogs early
Per-country limits mean nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can face significant waits after I-140 approval. Raise this in later interview stages so both you and the employer understand the full timeline before PERM is filed.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a substantially similar buying or procurement role without restarting the green card process.
Green Card Assistant Buyer: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Assistant Buyer roles?
Most Assistant Buyer positions qualify under EB-3, either as professionals with a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or merchandising, or as skilled workers with at least two years of purchasing experience. Candidates with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive procurement experience may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's attorney will determine the category based on the job requirements and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary work status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available. After PERM approval, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for employment-based green cards, but per-country limits create priority-date backlogs for nationals of some countries.
How do I find Assistant Buyer jobs where employers will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on retail chains, wholesale distributors, and merchandising companies that have already filed PERM for buying roles. Targeting employers with an established track record reduces the risk of pursuing opportunities with companies unfamiliar with the process.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for my job search timeline?
Before DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer must run a formal recruitment campaign, typically including job postings, newspaper ads, and other prescribed steps, to test whether qualified U.S. workers are available. This process takes several months before the application is even filed. Build this into your planning so you understand that green card sponsorship begins well before you receive your permanent residence.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under two separate rules. If your original I-140 petition was approved, your priority date can be transferred to a new employer's I-140, so you don't lose your place in line. Separately, if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a job in the same or a substantially similar occupation, such as another buying or procurement role, without restarting the green card process from PERM.