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H-1B visa sponsorship for Retail Sales Merchandiser roles is available at employers who structure the position around degree-level duties in business, marketing, or supply chain management. Sponsors file a certified LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering an initial three-year period extendable to six years.
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Location:
Cerritos, CA, US, 90703
What You Need To Know
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.
Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.
Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $18 / hour plus incentives, and auto allowance/reimbursement. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.
Overview
The Merchandiser I is responsible for performing merchandising activities, constructing displays, and stocking SGWS products in retail accounts as requested by sales teams or retail customers. The Merchandiser will install promotional point-of-sale materials to achieve display objectives and stock products as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- Build displays and update pricing and special offers within an assigned territory
- Maintain positive relationships with retail customers
- Ensure all company products are properly displayed
- Install point-of-sale materials as directed
- Stock products on shelves, displays, and cold boxes as necessary
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of experience
- Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance on their vehicle in compliance with SGWS company requirements.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Demands
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs
This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.
EEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
Job Segment: Retail Sales, Recruiting, Outside Sales, Liability, Retail, Human Resources, Sales, Insurance
Job ID: 43550
Location:
Cerritos, CA, US, 90703
What You Need To Know
Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.
Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.
Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $18 / hour plus incentives, and auto allowance/reimbursement. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.
Overview
The Merchandiser I is responsible for performing merchandising activities, constructing displays, and stocking SGWS products in retail accounts as requested by sales teams or retail customers. The Merchandiser will install promotional point-of-sale materials to achieve display objectives and stock products as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
- Build displays and update pricing and special offers within an assigned territory
- Maintain positive relationships with retail customers
- Ensure all company products are properly displayed
- Install point-of-sale materials as directed
- Stock products on shelves, displays, and cold boxes as necessary
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of experience
- Must possess a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance on their vehicle in compliance with SGWS company requirements.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Demands
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs
This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.
EEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
Job Segment: Retail Sales, Recruiting, Outside Sales, Liability, Retail, Human Resources, Sales, Insurance
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Retail Sales Merchandiser
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your H-1B visa petition succeeds when your employer ties the Retail Sales Merchandiser duties directly to your bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or supply chain. Pull the O*NET profile to map degree-level tasks into your offer letter before the I-129 is filed.
Verify worksite LCA coverage before relocating
Each retail location or distribution center where you'll work needs its own certified LCA. Confirm with your employer that every planned worksite is listed before you accept a transfer or multi-location role to avoid unauthorized employment.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers who have an active H-1B filing history for merchandising roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship records searchable by role and location, so you can focus outreach on companies that have already navigated this process.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage certified on your LCA. Run your job title and worksite zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your salary to confirm the offer clears the DOL minimum for your area.
Account for the 60-day grace period when switching employers
If your merchandising role ends before your H-1B expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file an H-1B transfer. The new employer must file the transfer petition before your grace period ends to maintain lawful status.
Prepare a degree equivalency analysis early
Some employers submit a credential evaluation alongside the I-129 when a foreign degree needs to be compared to a U.S. bachelor's. Commission a recognized evaluation service and collect transcripts before the petition window opens so your employer's attorney can file without delays.
H-1B Visa Retail Sales Merchandiser: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Retail Sales Merchandiser role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. A standard retail merchandiser position does not require a bachelor's degree by default, so it does not qualify on its own. For H-1B sponsorship to work, the employer must structure the role around degree-level duties, such as planogram analytics, vendor contract management, or category strategy, and document that the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like marketing, business, or supply chain management.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Retail Sales Merchandiser positions?
Large consumer goods companies, national retailers, and retail technology firms are the most common sponsors, particularly when the role involves data-driven category management or cross-functional coordination. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for merchandising and related roles, so you can identify active sponsors by location and job function without guessing at which companies are open to sponsorship.
How does the LCA requirement work for a merchandiser who travels to multiple store locations?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B work for more than 30 days requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your role involves rotating through retail locations across different metropolitan areas, your employer must file separate LCAs for each area before you work there. Short-term placements have a limited exception, but traveling extensively without additional LCA coverage creates compliance risk for both you and your employer.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses the retail contract I was hired to support?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not the specific contract or account. If the role ends, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new H-1B sponsor and have a transfer petition filed on your behalf. The new employer must file before the grace period expires. USCIS does not extend this window, so starting your job search immediately after a termination notice is essential.
Can my employer use a single I-129 petition if I work across multiple retail brands under the same parent company?
The I-129 petition is filed by the legal entity that employs you, not the brand. If you work for subsidiaries or affiliates that are legally separate from the petitioning entity, each would need to file its own petition. Your employer's immigration counsel should confirm the corporate structure and whether a blanket petition approach applies before USCIS filing begins.