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H-1B visa jobs for Retail Consultants exist where employers build the role around degree-level duties in business, marketing, or a related field. Sponsoring companies file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, locking in your status for up to three years.
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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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Retail Consultant
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Retail Consultant roles don't automatically qualify as a specialty occupation. Build your resume and cover letter to show how your bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or merchandising directly drives the analytical and strategic duties the employer is hiring for.
Search employers using verified LCA data
Use Migrate Mate to browse Retail Consultant openings at employers with a documented H-1B visa filing history. This saves time by surfacing companies that have already navigated the LCA certification and I-129 petition process for comparable roles.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and worksite. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the specific SOC code for your position and the zip code of your work location before you discuss compensation, so you know the floor.
Confirm each worksite has its own LCA
If your Retail Consultant role involves multiple store locations or client sites, each worksite requires a separately certified LCA. Raise this with HR early so your employer files correctly before you begin work at any unlisted location.
Account for cap timing in your job search
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so plan your search with enough lead time for USCIS processing. Cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofits affiliated with higher education let you skip the annual cap entirely.
Review the O*NET profile to sharpen your pitch
The O*NET occupation profile for Retail Consultant lists the knowledge areas and tasks USCIS weighs when evaluating specialty occupation status. Align your job description language and interview responses directly to those duty categories to strengthen your employer's petition.
H-1B Visa Retail Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Retail Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A Retail Consultant position qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that genuinely require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or retail management. Generic sales or floor coverage roles don't meet the bar. The employer must document in the I-129 petition why a degree in that field is a minimum requirement for the specific position, not just preferred.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Retail Consultant positions?
Sponsorship is most common at large retail corporations, management consulting firms serving the retail sector, and enterprise merchandising or buyer teams where analytical and strategic responsibilities are core to the role. Migrate Mate lists Retail Consultant openings filtered by verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can target employers who have already filed for comparable positions.
How long does H-1B status last for a Retail Consultant job?
H-1B status is approved for up to three years on the initial petition and can be extended once for a maximum of six years total. After six years, continued H-1B status requires an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending green card application that meets specific USCIS milestones. Extensions beyond six years are tied to your employer's sponsorship of permanent residence.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different retail location?
Each new worksite requires a separately certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin work there. This applies even if the new location is in the same city or owned by the same employer. Your company's HR or immigration attorney must file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS for any material change in worksite, pay, or job duties.
Can a Retail Consultant employer use the H-1B cap-exempt route?
Cap-exempt filing is available only when the employer is a qualifying institution such as a university, a nonprofit research organization, or a government research entity. Standard retail employers are cap-subject and must go through USCIS's annual cap process, which has changed recently. If your employer is a university retail operation or a nonprofit, confirm cap-exempt status directly with their HR or immigration counsel before accepting an offer.