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Lead Analyst roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like statistics, finance, or computer science. Many large financial services, consulting, and technology firms file H-1B petitions for these roles annually, and the position's analytical complexity typically satisfies USCIS specialty occupation requirements without additional documentation.
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SAS Sr Analyst Space and Assortment
This role is for a senior professional with advanced expertise in space and assortment planning. The analyst will take on leadership of complex projects, overseeing and managing timelines while ensuring successful execution. They will work closely with clients and senior stakeholders to align on strategic goals and ensure the overall project vision is met. In addition to leading projects, they will mentor and guide junior team members, offering insights and support to help drive team success. The senior associate will leverage their extensive knowledge to continuously optimize processes, employ advanced tools and software, and proactively contribute to the development of best practices in the field. They will also serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing critical insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on client objectives, ensure best practices for space allocation and/or shelf placement, and deliver presentations and recommendations for assortment and space optimization solutions.
- Responsible for gathering customer insights and competitive data to support business objectives. Interprets analytical results, draws conclusions, and delivers clear, concise information across the business.
- Create and communicate merchandising presentations on strategies to enhance consumer shopping experience. May also support team members in retailer facing meetings to ensure objectives are met and notes are taken away or adjusted.
- Key business partner and advisor for merchandising organization on all matters related to space planning/analytics and planogram/floorplans.
- Manages and maintains spatial information workflows and analytics and makes recommendations for optimizing processes.
- May lead or support a team (no direct reports), delegating workload and ensuring consistent project completion.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
- This position may have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel and driving are not essential duties or functions of this job
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent job-related experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience:
- 4-6 years of experience with Planograms or Floorplans
- Experience with analysis in a professional setting
- Experience in merchandising is a plus
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Self-directed work ethic and desire to succeed; thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize business requests
- Good communication – written and oral – skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Well-organized and strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Intellectually curious, eager to problem solve, and a quick learner
- Strong work ethic and desire to succeed (often with minimal supervision)
- Microsoft Office experience: Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE COMPANY JOB DUTIES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Lead Analyst
Verify your degree field matches
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the Lead Analyst role. A degree in economics, statistics, or information systems strengthens your petition. A general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence, so document the connection explicitly in your application.
Check employer LCA filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for Lead Analyst or senior analyst roles. Prior LCA filings signal an established H-1B sponsorship infrastructure, reducing delays once you receive an offer.
Target employers registered with E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is a strong proxy for H-1B readiness, particularly at firms that hire OPT students regularly. Government contractors are federally required to use E-Verify, making federal consulting firms and defense contractors reliable sponsorship candidates for Lead Analyst positions.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Search Lead Analyst roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed DOL Labor Condition Application filings for your occupation code. This filters out companies that claim sponsorship willingness but lack actual filing history in analytical roles.
Negotiate petition timing before accepting
Clarify whether your employer will file for a cap-subject H-1B or a cap-exempt position before you sign an offer. If you're on OPT, confirm the employer understands cap-gap protections and can file by the April 1 registration deadline without requiring premium processing.
Benchmark your salary against Level III prevailing wages
The DOL assigns prevailing wage levels to LCA filings, and Lead Analyst roles typically land at Level III or IV. Cross-reference your offered salary against the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data for your metro area to anticipate whether USCIS will flag a wage-level mismatch.
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Find Lead Analyst JobsLead Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lead Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Lead Analyst roles typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as statistics, finance, computer science, or engineering. USCIS evaluates whether the position's duties are complex enough to require that specific theoretical knowledge. Roles involving data modeling, financial forecasting, or systems analysis generally satisfy this standard, though employers should document the degree requirement clearly in the Labor Condition Application and H-1B petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Lead Analyst roles?
Financial services, management consulting, technology, and healthcare analytics firms file the highest volume of H-1B petitions for analytical roles. These sectors regularly hire for Lead Analyst positions requiring quantitative degrees and have established immigration processes in-house. You can browse employers with active H-1B filing history for analytical roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by verified DOL Labor Condition Application data rather than self-reported sponsorship claims.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Lead Analyst job seekers?
Lead Analyst roles are cap-subject, meaning petitions compete in the annual H-1B lottery unless your employer qualifies as cap-exempt, such as a university or affiliated nonprofit. USCIS conducts the electronic registration in March each year, and selection is randomized. If selected, your employer files a full petition by June 30, with employment typically starting October 1. Not being selected doesn't disqualify you permanently since you can re-enter in subsequent lottery cycles.
Can I switch employers in a Lead Analyst role while on H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as that employer files a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided your current H-1B was approved and the new petition is filed before your current status expires. The new employer must file their own Labor Condition Application with DOL and a Form I-129 with USCIS. Confirm the new role's duties and degree requirements are documented to match the specialty occupation standard.
What prevailing wage level applies to Lead Analyst H-1B petitions?
DOL assigns prevailing wage levels based on job duties, experience required, and geographic location. Lead Analyst roles typically fall at Level III, reflecting positions requiring a wide range of experience and independent judgment, though employers sometimes file at Level II or IV depending on how they describe the role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up current prevailing wages for your occupation code and metro area before evaluating an offer, and cross-reference with Bureau of Labor Statistics data to assess accuracy.
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