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Retail Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-3 skilled worker path for most candidates, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date matters as much as the job offer itself.
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INTRODUCTION
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
SUMMARY
CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Refined Fuels Sales team. We are looking for a Retail Business Specialist in the Eastern Wisconsin area to assist retail convenience store management in all areas of running convenience store operation. You must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be detail oriented. You must have strong negotiating skills and demonstrate ability to successfully manage multiple projects at one time. (This is a home office position with travel required).
Responsibilities
- Partner with store management and leaders to review and provide consultation on all aspects of the retail operation including but not limited to:
- Analysis and game plan for financial performance
- Competitive market analysis
- Marketing and communications programs
- Elevation of Cenex customer experience
- Staffing – recruitment, retention and training
- Food service programs
- Point of sale software and back-office integration
- Merger & Acquisition strategy
- Represent Cenex branded marketing programs and offerings dedicated to the Cenex branded network.
- Stay abreast of trends and developments within the convenience retail landscape.
- Must be well versed in the proprietary Cenex Preferred Vendor program.
- Facilitate POS (Point of Sale) training with current and future staff.
- Conduct customized training and ServSafe food safety classes for Cenex branded stores.
- Represent Cenex Retail Solutions throughout a given trade area – account prospecting, trade and industry events, Cenex customers both cooperative and independent jobber/dealer network.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required)
- High School diploma or GED
- 4+ years of experience in Sales, Business Development, and/or Business Operations
- Must be able to travel 40% in assigned territory with occasional overnight stays.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field
- Certified instructor for Servsafe or obtain certification within 6 months of start date.
- Ability to have crucial conversations, inspire change and collaborate with others
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Retail Specialist
Document your specialized retail credentials early
Gather performance reviews, training certifications, and employer letters confirming your years of retail experience before applying. PERM requires the employer to prove you meet the minimum requirements stated in the job description, so your credentials must match exactly.
Target retailers with established PERM filing history
Large national chains and specialty retail groups are more likely to have HR teams experienced with PERM labor certification. Search Migrate Mate to find Retail Specialist roles at employers who have sponsored green cards before, narrowing your list to realistic targets.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level yourself before negotiations, so your offer doesn't fall below the threshold that DOL requires for PERM certification.
Understand how PERM recruitment timelines affect your start date
PERM requires the employer to run a full recruitment test, typically spanning 30 to 60 days, before filing. Factor this into your start-date discussions so the employer isn't surprised by the timeline and you don't resign from your current role prematurely.
Track your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. If you're a national of a high-demand country, check the monthly Visa Bulletin that USCIS publishes to monitor when your date becomes current.
Clarify your O*NET job zone classification with your employer
Retail Specialist roles can span multiple O*NET occupational codes depending on duties. Your employer's immigration attorney needs to match your actual daily responsibilities to the correct SOC code, since a mismatch during PERM can trigger an audit or denial.
Green Card Retail Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Retail Specialist role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Retail Specialist positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category when the role requires at least two years of specialized training or experience. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. The job duties and minimum requirements in the PERM application must reflect what you actually do day to day.
How is the EB-3 green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for retail roles?
Unlike the H-1B visa, which is a temporary work visa requiring a specialty occupation and a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, the EB-3 green card leads to permanent residence. Retail Specialist roles often don't qualify for H-1B but can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker. The PERM process also involves a DOL recruitment test and prevailing wage determination, which H-1B does not require.
How do I find Retail Specialist employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the PERM process for similar roles. Applying broadly to any retailer without checking their sponsorship history wastes time, since most retail employers have never filed a PERM application.
What happens to my green card case if I change retail employers mid-process?
If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your new Retail Specialist role is in the same or a similar occupation, AC21 job portability allows you to change employers without losing your place in line. If your original I-140 was approved, you may also be able to retain your original priority date when a new employer files a fresh I-140.
Does a per-country backlog affect my green card timeline as a Retail Specialist?
Yes. EB-3 green cards have annual numerical limits and per-country caps. Nationals of countries like India and China can face significant waits after I-140 approval before their priority date becomes current and they can file for adjustment of status. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin that shows current and final action dates for each country and preference category.