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The Associate Retail Sales Consultant role is designed to prepare an individual for a position as an outside Retail Sales Consultant. The person in this role will learn about all aspects of the retail sales process. This will include all functions involved with order acquisition and order fulfillment as well as lead management and opportunity recycling.
The Associate Retail Sales Consultant role is designed to prepare the successful candidate for outside sales after 3-12 months (time frame may vary depending on the specific candidate and the availability of sales rep positions). The Associate Retail Sales Consultant will report directly to the Sales Manager, and will spend the majority of his/her time in one of the Window and Door Showrooms. Showroom location may vary and rotating Saturday coverage is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Displays and/or demonstrates product in Showrooms and/or consumer home shows, using samples or catalogs, emphasizing features and benefits of Pella products.
- Answers and accurately directs customer calls for both internal and external customers by asking leading questions and pre-qualifying. Sets proper customer expectations regarding the Retail Replacement process.
- Qualifies call-in and walk-in customers by using the Consumer Profile sheet to obtain detailed information to set sales appointments for Outside Sales Consultants.
- Completes opportunity recovery phone calls to dead opportunities in an effort to generate sales.
- Inputs and maintains accurate information in lead management software.
- Become proficient in the use of PQM, ACE, Microsoft Outlook, all office equipment and processes related to sales operations.
- Gain experience with field measurement and installation techniques, practices and policies.
- When possible, ride along with sales consultants on appointments and become familiar with the in-home sales process including PQM pricing, use of financing options, use of POT process, and closing techniques.
- Meet company safety requirements by keeping work area neat and clean, following all company safety policies and procedures, and reporting any safety concerns.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with the Fleet Safety Policy.
- Must successfully complete the Pella Corp. Professional Sales Training and any local workshops as they become available.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
- Work collaboratively with Pella team members and customers
- Enjoys working in fast-paced environment with a high sense of urgency
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Energized by meeting and engaging new people, skilled networker
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, flexible about hours, responsive to customer needs, willing to be available
- Seeks out internal experts and utilizes their knowledge
- Adaptable to changing processes and priorities
- Works well without close supervision but always keeps their manager informed.
- Focused on details and follow through
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and smart devices, and ability to learn internal software programs and applications
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four year college or university; or one to three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Individual’s motor vehicle record must also comply with company requirements.
LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written English language skills are required as well as good public relations, public speaking, and customer service skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Multi-lingual communication skills are a plus.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Must be a team player and exhibit a strong desire to learn and promote self-growth. Must be pro-active, self-disciplined, self-motivated, and have a demonstrated ability to follow projects through to completion. Attention to detail is required. Must be articulate, able to give clear instructions, demonstrate organizational skills, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Must be able to develop trust, respect, and confidence of customers, coworkers and managers. Must present a clean and neat physical appearance and strictly abide by company dress code serving as a role model for other employees, customers and visitors.
REASONING ABILITIES
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to drive an automobile, stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment varies between low to moderate in administrative offices and to moderate on constructions sites.
COMPENSATION
- Pay for this role is $25/hr., with eligibility to receive other supplemental earnings such as over-time. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, specific work geography, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
As a member of the Pella Family of Brands, you will be eligible for company sponsored benefits that include healthcare, dental, vision, paid vacation, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and much more.
ABOUT PELLA CORPORATION
As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024, as well as Forbes' 2024 Best Employers for Women and Best-In-State Employer in Iowa. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024 and Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.
At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you’re most proud of — that’s why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.
With talent just like you, we are imagining, building and fighting for a brighter future for generations to come. Ready to find a career that sparks your passion?
INTRODUCTION
The Associate Retail Sales Consultant role is designed to prepare an individual for a position as an outside Retail Sales Consultant. The person in this role will learn about all aspects of the retail sales process. This will include all functions involved with order acquisition and order fulfillment as well as lead management and opportunity recycling.
The Associate Retail Sales Consultant role is designed to prepare the successful candidate for outside sales after 3-12 months (time frame may vary depending on the specific candidate and the availability of sales rep positions). The Associate Retail Sales Consultant will report directly to the Sales Manager, and will spend the majority of his/her time in one of the Window and Door Showrooms. Showroom location may vary and rotating Saturday coverage is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Displays and/or demonstrates product in Showrooms and/or consumer home shows, using samples or catalogs, emphasizing features and benefits of Pella products.
- Answers and accurately directs customer calls for both internal and external customers by asking leading questions and pre-qualifying. Sets proper customer expectations regarding the Retail Replacement process.
- Qualifies call-in and walk-in customers by using the Consumer Profile sheet to obtain detailed information to set sales appointments for Outside Sales Consultants.
- Completes opportunity recovery phone calls to dead opportunities in an effort to generate sales.
- Inputs and maintains accurate information in lead management software.
- Become proficient in the use of PQM, ACE, Microsoft Outlook, all office equipment and processes related to sales operations.
- Gain experience with field measurement and installation techniques, practices and policies.
- When possible, ride along with sales consultants on appointments and become familiar with the in-home sales process including PQM pricing, use of financing options, use of POT process, and closing techniques.
- Meet company safety requirements by keeping work area neat and clean, following all company safety policies and procedures, and reporting any safety concerns.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with the Fleet Safety Policy.
- Must successfully complete the Pella Corp. Professional Sales Training and any local workshops as they become available.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
- Work collaboratively with Pella team members and customers
- Enjoys working in fast-paced environment with a high sense of urgency
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Energized by meeting and engaging new people, skilled networker
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, flexible about hours, responsive to customer needs, willing to be available
- Seeks out internal experts and utilizes their knowledge
- Adaptable to changing processes and priorities
- Works well without close supervision but always keeps their manager informed.
- Focused on details and follow through
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and smart devices, and ability to learn internal software programs and applications
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four year college or university; or one to three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Individual’s motor vehicle record must also comply with company requirements.
LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written English language skills are required as well as good public relations, public speaking, and customer service skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Multi-lingual communication skills are a plus.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Must be a team player and exhibit a strong desire to learn and promote self-growth. Must be pro-active, self-disciplined, self-motivated, and have a demonstrated ability to follow projects through to completion. Attention to detail is required. Must be articulate, able to give clear instructions, demonstrate organizational skills, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Must be able to develop trust, respect, and confidence of customers, coworkers and managers. Must present a clean and neat physical appearance and strictly abide by company dress code serving as a role model for other employees, customers and visitors.
REASONING ABILITIES
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to drive an automobile, stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment varies between low to moderate in administrative offices and to moderate on constructions sites.
COMPENSATION
- Pay for this role is $25/hr., with eligibility to receive other supplemental earnings such as over-time. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, specific work geography, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
As a member of the Pella Family of Brands, you will be eligible for company sponsored benefits that include healthcare, dental, vision, paid vacation, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and much more.
ABOUT PELLA CORPORATION
As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024, as well as Forbes' 2024 Best Employers for Women and Best-In-State Employer in Iowa. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024 and Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.
At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you’re most proud of — that’s why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.
With talent just like you, we are imagining, building and fighting for a brighter future for generations to come. Ready to find a career that sparks your passion?
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Retail Consultant
Document your specialized retail credentials early
Gather performance reviews, training certifications, and records of measurable outcomes like revenue growth or client retention before PERM begins. DOL's recruitment test requires proving no qualified U.S. worker was available, and your credentials help justify the role's requirements.
Use O*NET to frame your job duties accurately
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Retail Consultant and align your actual duties with the listed tasks. PERM job descriptions that stray too far from standard O*NET definitions can trigger DOL audits, so matching the language tightens your application from the start.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate before applying
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Retail Consultant roles. Targeting companies already familiar with PERM reduces the time you spend educating hiring managers about the process during interviews.
Verify prevailing wage tier before salary negotiations
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and retail consultant SOC code before accepting an offer. PERM requires the employer to pay at least the prevailing wage, so confirming the tier early prevents renegotiation surprises after the labor certification is filed.
Ask employers about their PERM attorney and timeline
During the offer stage, ask directly whether the employer uses outside immigration counsel and how long their typical PERM process takes. Retail employers new to sponsorship often underestimate the six-to-twelve month DOL processing window, which affects your planning for status continuity.
Understand AC21 portability before your I-485 is filed
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process. Knowing this threshold matters if a competing retail employer makes a stronger offer while your adjustment is pending.
Green Card Retail Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Retail Consultant roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Retail Consultant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role generally requires at least two years of relevant experience rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 is possible if the specific position requires a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, but employers must document that requirement carefully in the PERM job description to satisfy DOL standards.
How does green card sponsorship for a Retail Consultant differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence rather than temporary status, and it follows a different process entirely. Your employer files PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, proves no qualified U.S. worker was available, then files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face priority-date backlogs before the final I-485 adjustment of status can be approved.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for Retail Consultant applicants?
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment test, posting the position through specific channels and documenting that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. For retail roles, this typically includes job postings, internal notices, and sometimes print advertisements. The employer must retain all recruitment records for five years. This process runs before you are formally tied to the sponsorship, so it largely happens in the background while you continue in your role.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Retail Consultant positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Retail Consultant and related roles. Focusing your applications on companies that have completed PERM filings before is more efficient than approaching employers unfamiliar with the process, since they already have immigration counsel, internal workflows, and an understanding of the multi-year commitment involved.
Can I change employers after my Retail Consultant green card sponsorship has started?
Yes, but the timing matters. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without losing your place in the process. If you change employers before that threshold, the original PERM and I-140 generally cannot be transferred, though an approved I-140's priority date can carry over if the new employer files a fresh I-140.