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Assistant Store Leader roles can qualify for EB-3 sponsorship under PERM when employers demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Retail management experience, supervisory credentials, and a relevant degree strengthen your case. Sponsorship requires an employer willing to file the labor certification and I-140 petition on your behalf.
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Learn the operations of all departments and the duties of store management; share responsibility for store performance in all areas of operation/human resources. Perform scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, administration & Human Resource-related duties. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma/GED
- 1 year of experience as department manager, service manager, or equivalent experience
- Store manager/district manager or direct manager approval
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail management experience & knowledge of all aspects of store operations
- Staff supervisory experience
- Assist store manager & associates in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experience & develop associate interest in customer service/relations to enhance Kroger's best-in-class reputation
- Assist store manager in leading teams in planning, implementing & executing merchandising/operating initiatives
- Assist store manager with developing action plans/communications to associates on Associate Insight survey results
- Work with department heads/store associates to identify store opportunities, develop timely solutions & create action plans to ensure plan implementation
- Role model/demand a highest level of customer service & solve associate/customer issues/concerns
- Manage total store operations in store manager's absence
- Achieve/exceed weekly, period, & annual sales, wage budgets & profit budgets, as well as other targeted goals (e.g., safety, shrink)
- Drive sales by working with department managers to produce/maximize sales & profits, reduce shrink & improve each store department's contribution
- Assist store manager in regular store-level financial performance discussions with associates regarding developing budgets (e.g., sales, shrink, labor expenses, other expenses) & other targeted goals (e.g., safety)
- Analyze/ respond to competitive landscape within district/division
- Demonstrate inclusionary leadership; expect inclusive behavior from associates
- Utilize coordinators/other field staff to ensure store departments achieve sales/profit goals & ensure implementation/execution of division merchandising plans
- Promote/support strong relationships with local community organizations in store's surrounding area
- Assist in building proactive/productive relationships with union representatives/business agents if store is covered by collective bargaining agreement
- Communicate necessary information to associates to help them effectively carry out duties
- Serve as liaison to store/district managers & coordinators on effectiveness of division merchandising/ operational plans/programs
- Assist store manager in staffing, reducing turnover & increasing retention
- Provide timely individual/department performance feedback to department heads & associates
- Assist with labor management & supply costs on a daily basis to meet customer service/financial targets
- Ensure store compliance & associate knowledge of federal, state, & local laws/enterprise policies
- Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
INTRODUCTION
Learn the operations of all departments and the duties of store management; share responsibility for store performance in all areas of operation/human resources. Perform scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, administration & Human Resource-related duties. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma/GED
- 1 year of experience as department manager, service manager, or equivalent experience
- Store manager/district manager or direct manager approval
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail management experience & knowledge of all aspects of store operations
- Staff supervisory experience
- Assist store manager & associates in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experience & develop associate interest in customer service/relations to enhance Kroger's best-in-class reputation
- Assist store manager in leading teams in planning, implementing & executing merchandising/operating initiatives
- Assist store manager with developing action plans/communications to associates on Associate Insight survey results
- Work with department heads/store associates to identify store opportunities, develop timely solutions & create action plans to ensure plan implementation
- Role model/demand a highest level of customer service & solve associate/customer issues/concerns
- Manage total store operations in store manager's absence
- Achieve/exceed weekly, period, & annual sales, wage budgets & profit budgets, as well as other targeted goals (e.g., safety, shrink)
- Drive sales by working with department managers to produce/maximize sales & profits, reduce shrink & improve each store department's contribution
- Assist store manager in regular store-level financial performance discussions with associates regarding developing budgets (e.g., sales, shrink, labor expenses, other expenses) & other targeted goals (e.g., safety)
- Analyze/ respond to competitive landscape within district/division
- Demonstrate inclusionary leadership; expect inclusive behavior from associates
- Utilize coordinators/other field staff to ensure store departments achieve sales/profit goals & ensure implementation/execution of division merchandising plans
- Promote/support strong relationships with local community organizations in store's surrounding area
- Assist in building proactive/productive relationships with union representatives/business agents if store is covered by collective bargaining agreement
- Communicate necessary information to associates to help them effectively carry out duties
- Serve as liaison to store/district managers & coordinators on effectiveness of division merchandising/ operational plans/programs
- Assist store manager in staffing, reducing turnover & increasing retention
- Provide timely individual/department performance feedback to department heads & associates
- Assist with labor management & supply costs on a daily basis to meet customer service/financial targets
- Ensure store compliance & associate knowledge of federal, state, & local laws/enterprise policies
- Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assistant Store Leader
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business or retail management supports EB-3 professional classification. If you hold a Master's degree and have progressed into multi-unit or district-level roles, EB-2 may apply. Confirm which category fits before applying.
Document your supervisory scope thoroughly
PERM requires the employer to define the job duties with precision. Gather performance reviews, org charts, and promotion letters that show you directly managed staff, controlled budgets, and held scheduling authority, these details shape the labor certification's job description.
Target retailers enrolled in E-Verify
Chains and franchises enrolled in E-Verify are already embedded in federal employment verification systems, which signals readiness to sponsor. Filter your job search toward national and regional retailers with established HR infrastructure and a history of foreign national hires.
Search for sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed PERM labor certifications for retail management roles. Targeting companies with existing green card filing history cuts your prospecting time and directs your applications toward employers already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Ask about sponsorship timelines during offer negotiation
EB-3 PERM filings for retail management can take 18 to 24 months before an I-140 is approved. Raise the sponsorship conversation before you accept an offer so the employer's HR or immigration counsel can confirm they'll initiate PERM within a defined window.
Verify prevailing wage before the employer files
DOL sets the prevailing wage for Assistant Store Leader roles by location using the OFLC Wage Search. Confirm your offered salary meets at least the Level II wage for your metro area before PERM is submitted, since underpaying that threshold will invalidate the filing.
Green Card Assistant Store Leader: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Assistant Store Leader role qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Assistant Store Leader positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals, depending on the educational requirements the employer sets. The employer must file a PERM labor certification with DOL showing that no qualified U.S. workers applied for the role, then submit an I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation and enters a lottery with an annual cap. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no lottery and no annual visa cap at the petition level, though per-country backlogs can affect how long you wait for a visa number. The result is also permanent residency rather than a temporary status that requires periodic renewal.
What stage in my career is best for pursuing PERM sponsorship?
Employers are more willing to sponsor after you've demonstrated performance in a salaried management role. Most PERM filings for Assistant Store Leader positions happen after one to two years of tenure, when the employer has clear evidence of your supervisory responsibilities and can define the role's duties with the specificity DOL requires for labor certification.
How do I find employers who have sponsored green cards for retail management roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with active or historical PERM filings in retail and store management. Focusing on companies that have filed before means you're approaching HR teams that already understand the process, which shortens negotiation time and reduces the risk of the employer backing out due to unfamiliarity with PERM requirements.
Does the employer pay all the costs for my green card sponsorship?
USCIS rules require the employer to cover PERM-related costs, including recruitment advertising and legal fees tied to the labor certification. I-140 filing fees are also typically employer-paid. You're generally responsible for the I-485 adjustment of status fees if you're already in the U.S., though some employers offer to cover those as part of a relocation or retention package.