H-1B Visa Product Operations Lead Jobs
Product Operations Lead jobs sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field. Sponsors file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering an initial three-year status period with extensions possible to six years.
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Who We Are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
Job Summary
The Product Operations Lead is a part of the store leadership team responsible for executing on the store product strategy, including product operations and inventory management. They are responsible for leading inventory shifts, overseeing all back of house (BOH) product operations, and ensuring both the floor and BOH are stocked and well-organized. The Product Operations Lead provides input to team member performance evaluations, recommendations into store hiring decisions, and acts as Supervisor on Duty (SOD) while leading inventory shifts. The Product Operations Lead also oversees and delivers a world-class guest (i.e., customer) experience when scheduled to work on the floor.
Core Responsibilities of the Job
- Collaborate with store leadership to bring product strategy to life.
- Proactively plan, prioritize, manage, and lead inventory processing and accuracy activities in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure execution of product actions (e.g., pull backs, consolidations, repricing).
- Engage team members in inventory management by creating a fun and productive atmosphere for the shift.
- Monitor product levels and communicate findings to support sell-through strategy and optimal product availability for the guest.
- Review and interpret daily business data and metrics to inform actions, for example analyzing product sell-through data to provide recommendations to store leadership regarding product focus or, for outlets, pricing.
- Participate in the store's hiring process, including recruitment, selection and hiring recommendations, onboarding, and training.
- Address team member performance and support their ongoing learning and development by providing direct feedback and in-the-moment recognition, coaching, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences.
- Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by establishing supportive working relationships with team members.
- When serving as Supervisor on Duty during store open hours, move dynamically and lead from the floor to ensure every guest receives technical product education and establish a world-class guest experience.
Job Requirements
Eligibility
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the store is located
- Must have the ability to travel to assigned store with reliable transportation methods
Schedule/Availability
- The work schedule can vary based on store needs
- Shifts are typically scheduled: mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- In addition, during peak timeframes, special events, or other circumstances, the schedule may include early mornings or late nights/overnights for some team members
Experience
- 1 year of work experience
- Some experience with inventory management, product or visual merchandising, stocking, or planning and logistics including using business technology to accomplish work
- Some experience in leading, mentoring, delegating or process implementation with others
Job Assets (i.e., nice to have; not required)
- Education: High school diploma/GED/equivalent, or above
- Experience (not necessarily the only focus of a role): retail, sales, distribution center, or warehouse operations related; reviewing and interpreting business reports and metrics to inform action
- For Experiential stores with food/beverage service only: Food safety and/or liquor service certification
What We Look For
- Inclusion & Diversity: Creates/supports an inclusive environment that values/celebrates differences
- Integrity: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
- Adaptability/Agility: Navigates uncertainty and ambiguity and can change priorities in a fast-paced environment; recovers quickly from setbacks
- Leadership: Is able and desires to lead and inspire others; motivates, empowers, develops, and directs people as they work
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Works productively with and supports others to achieve common goals; seeks connections, partnerships, and diverse perspectives
- Decision Making/Problem Solving: Identifies opportunities for improvement; evaluates alternatives and makes effective, timely decisions
- Planning and Organizing: Plans and organizes work in a clear and efficient manner to ensure completion in alignment with priorities
- Interactive Communication: Conveys information effectively and understands information shared while interacting with others
Work Context (e.g., environment, interactions, physical)
- Work involves moving through the store, sometimes in the front of the house with bright lights and loud music, and sometimes in the back of the house with no windows or natural light
- Work is accomplished as part of a team, sometimes independently, and sometimes using a computer or other technical devices
- Work may occasionally involve moving boxes weighing up to 30 lbs (13.6 kg) or using ladders to reach materials
- For Experiential stores with food/beverage service only: Work may involve using industrial kitchen equipment and exposure to heat in order to prepare food or beverages
Compensation & Benefits Package
Base Pay Range: $24.50 - $28.25/hour, subject to minimum wage in the location
Target Bonus: $2.00/hour
Total Target Base Pay Range: $26.50 - $30.25/hour
lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our offerings, employees in this position are eligible for our competitive bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
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Align your degree to operations credentials
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to product operations duties. A bachelor's in business administration, industrial engineering, or information systems strengthens the specialty occupation argument more than a general management degree alone.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the wage level your employer must certify on the LCA for your specific metro area. Knowing wage levels one through four helps you benchmark your offer against what DOL requires the employer to pay.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified listings
Target employers with confirmed LCA filing history for operations roles. Migrate Mate shows which companies have sponsored H-1B workers in product and operations functions, so you spend time on roles where sponsorship is an established practice.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If the role involves multiple office locations or a hybrid arrangement across state lines, each primary worksite needs a separately certified LCA. Raise this with HR early so the employer files correctly before your start date.
Review the O*NET profile before interviews
O*NET lists the core tasks and knowledge requirements for operations and project management roles. Mapping your experience to those descriptors helps you frame your background in the specialty occupation terms USCIS expects to see in the petition.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
If the employer sets a fixed onboarding date, ask whether they'll file for premium processing with USCIS, which targets a 15-business-day adjudication window. Product operations roles with scoped launch timelines often justify the upgrade.
H-1B Visa Product Operations Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Operations Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Product Operations Lead roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, information systems, or a directly related field. The employer documents this requirement in the I-129 petition. Roles framed around cross-functional coordination, process design, and systems thinking consistently meet USCIS's specialty occupation standard.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Product Operations Lead positions?
Technology companies, SaaS platforms, and large enterprise firms with dedicated product organizations are the most active sponsors for operations leadership roles. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for product and operations functions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies that have sponsored workers in these roles rather than requiring you to research filings manually.
How long does H-1B status last for a Product Operations Lead?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued H-1B extensions are available only if you have a qualifying permanent residency application already in progress. Product operations professionals pursuing a green card through their employer should confirm the PERM timeline fits within that window.
What does the LCA process mean for a Product Operations Lead at multiple office locations?
Each primary worksite where you regularly perform work needs its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your role spans two offices in different metro areas, the employer must file separate LCAs reflecting the prevailing wage for each location. Confirm with HR which physical locations will be listed before the petition is submitted to USCIS.
Can a Product Operations Lead switch employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, provided your previous H-1B was lawfully approved and the new petition is filed before your current authorized period ends. The new employer must file their own LCA and petition independently.