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Distribution Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business. Employers in manufacturing, retail, and third-party logistics regularly file LCAs for these positions. Use Migrate Mate to find companies with active H-1B visa filing history for distribution and operations roles.
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Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
First shift - full time opportunity.
JOB MISSION:
Responsible to lead and oversee daily transportation routing activities, supporting distribution operations, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven problem solving. This role ensures efficient route execution, compliance with standard processes, and effective communication across operations, customer operations, and corporate teams.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Performs the full complement of duties for the routing department; work in the function to ensure routing deadlines are met.
- Coordinate and oversee daily transportation routing activities to ensure timely pick-up appointments.
- Monitor routing and distribution processes, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
- Analyze operational data and recommend process improvements to enhance service, productivity, and efficiency.
- Support communication between distribution operations and corporate stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives and customer expectations and to resolve operational challenges.
- Responds to team's barriers and process bottlenecks. Documents the reasons for failures and any corrective actions.
- Conducts team instructions sessions, discussions, and updates, i.e., routing process SOP’s, work instructions, customer communication, and best practices.
- Ensures adherence to company’s policies and procedures. Notifies the supervisor and the human resources department of any performance, employee relations issues, and discipline problems.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve routing discrepancies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures with transportation routing, logistics, and demand-planning, particularly with wholesale accounts.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Strong verbal and written skills utilizing appropriate demeanor, proper grammar/spelling, and respectful tone to communicate clearly and effectively; professional phone demeanor.
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), WMS and email.
- Ability to lead, motivate, problem solve and communicate in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; detail oriented.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities with a sense of urgency is essential.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 plus years of experience in a warehouse environment or a related area required, preferred. Prior experience with customer service preferred.
- Proven track record of stability and dependability in the workplace.
- Sit/stand and work on a computer for long periods of time.
LOCATION:
Salt Lake City, UT Distribution Center Only
PAY RANGE:
$25.10 - $32.15 - $39.25 Hourly (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.)
Regular Associate Benefits
Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.
Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.
Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Distribution Manager
Match your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to distribution management. A supply chain, logistics, industrial engineering, or business degree strengthens your petition. A general studies degree without coursework in operations or inventory management can trigger an RFE.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for Distribution Manager in your work location. Run your SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the Level I through Level IV thresholds for your metro area.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Distribution Manager roles by verified H-1B filing history. Employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code before are far less likely to stall at the sponsorship conversation than those encountering the process for the first time.
Verify the role meets specialty occupation standards
Check the O*NET profile for Distribution Manager to confirm the position requires a specific bachelor's degree as a standard entry requirement. If the job posting says 'degree preferred,' ask the employer to revise it to 'required' before the LCA is filed.
Time your offer around the H-1B cap calendar
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can only start on October 1. If you receive an offer in January, your employment start date is nine or more months away. Confirm your employer understands this timeline before you resign any current authorized position.
Clarify who covers filing fees upfront
USCIS prohibits H-1B workers from paying certain employer-side filing fees, including the base I-129 fee. Get written confirmation in your offer letter that the employer covers required USCIS fees so there's no dispute after the petition is filed.
H-1B Visa Distribution Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Distribution Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or business administration. The employer must document that the role routinely requires this degree level. Generic management roles that accept any bachelor's degree without a field requirement are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS questioning specialty occupation status.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for Distribution Manager positions?
Manufacturing, consumer goods, retail, pharmaceutical distribution, and third-party logistics companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this occupation. Companies operating large distribution networks or managing complex multi-site inventory systems tend to file more frequently because the operational complexity justifies degree-level requirements. Use Migrate Mate to browse Distribution Manager roles filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Distribution Manager H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for Distribution Manager in your specific work location, determined by your SOC code and wage level. Level I applies to entry-level roles, while Level III or IV applies to senior positions managing large teams or regional operations. The OFLC Wage Search lets you look up the exact threshold for your metro area before your offer is finalized.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Distribution Manager role at a different company?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification without waiting for USCIS to approve the new petition, as long as your original petition has been pending for at least 180 days. Distribution Manager roles generally port cleanly to other operations or logistics management positions, but confirm the SOC codes align before accepting the new offer.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B as a Distribution Manager?
You'll need official transcripts and degree certificates showing your field of study, any professional certifications relevant to supply chain or logistics, and a detailed resume demonstrating progressively complex distribution management experience. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation report from a NACES-member organization is typically required. Having these ready before the sponsorship conversation accelerates the LCA and I-129 filing timeline significantly.