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Sales Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring you, certifying that your salary meets the prevailing wage for your metro area and job level.
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As a Sales Manager you’ll be on the front line of our goal to find and develop “Customers for Life" in your protected territory. Through a strong work ethic and enthusiastic attitude, you will be responsible for building, developing, and leading your team of professional Outside Sales Representatives.
A Career with UniFirst Offers:
Training: With the most in-depth training platform in the industry, our employees get top quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility: We’re a growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Technology: UniFirst’s many cutting edge sales tools and innovative programs are designed with one purpose in mind – to help you succeed.
Family Culture: Our unique family-like culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity: At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we know it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement annual Sales Plan and submit Quarterly goals with monthly updates on progress to General Manager and other designated recipients.
- Coach and manage salespeople in maintaining contact and gaining appointments with assigned accounts. Becomes personally responsible for Target Accounts at times there is no salesperson in a territory.
- Accompany Sales Representatives on sales calls to observe skills and techniques and assist in developing action plans for skill improvement.
- Conduct product knowledge and selling skills training at each weekly sales meeting.
- Conduct formal weekly evaluation of overall sales performance and effectiveness of each Sales Representative. If necessary, assists/guides the Sales Representative in developing plans and strategies to achieve sales goals.
- Achieve location’s new account sales quota.
- Maintain budgeted staffing levels.
- Perform other sales related tasks and assists other Sales Managers or other Location’s Department Managers.
COMPENSATION
- Total compensation (including commission) can range from $89,000-105,000+ annually.
- Vehicle Mileage and cell phone reimbursement.
- Cutting edge sales tools, including a data management device with CRM software.
- Full range of benefits including 401k and profit sharing, health and life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), disability coverage, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 30% employee discounts, and more.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 year college degree preferred.
- 3 or more years of successful business-to-business new account sales and with 2 additional years in sales management preferred.
- Valid non-commercial drivers license and safe driving record.
- Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
- General computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Word and Excel.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion dollar garment services industry. We currently employ 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our outside sales team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
INTRODUCTION
As a Sales Manager you’ll be on the front line of our goal to find and develop “Customers for Life" in your protected territory. Through a strong work ethic and enthusiastic attitude, you will be responsible for building, developing, and leading your team of professional Outside Sales Representatives.
A Career with UniFirst Offers:
Training: With the most in-depth training platform in the industry, our employees get top quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility: We’re a growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Technology: UniFirst’s many cutting edge sales tools and innovative programs are designed with one purpose in mind – to help you succeed.
Family Culture: Our unique family-like culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity: At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we know it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement annual Sales Plan and submit Quarterly goals with monthly updates on progress to General Manager and other designated recipients.
- Coach and manage salespeople in maintaining contact and gaining appointments with assigned accounts. Becomes personally responsible for Target Accounts at times there is no salesperson in a territory.
- Accompany Sales Representatives on sales calls to observe skills and techniques and assist in developing action plans for skill improvement.
- Conduct product knowledge and selling skills training at each weekly sales meeting.
- Conduct formal weekly evaluation of overall sales performance and effectiveness of each Sales Representative. If necessary, assists/guides the Sales Representative in developing plans and strategies to achieve sales goals.
- Achieve location’s new account sales quota.
- Maintain budgeted staffing levels.
- Perform other sales related tasks and assists other Sales Managers or other Location’s Department Managers.
COMPENSATION
- Total compensation (including commission) can range from $89,000-105,000+ annually.
- Vehicle Mileage and cell phone reimbursement.
- Cutting edge sales tools, including a data management device with CRM software.
- Full range of benefits including 401k and profit sharing, health and life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), disability coverage, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 30% employee discounts, and more.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 year college degree preferred.
- 3 or more years of successful business-to-business new account sales and with 2 additional years in sales management preferred.
- Valid non-commercial drivers license and safe driving record.
- Individuals who drive their personal vehicles for business purposes will be required to comply with minimum auto insurance requirements per UniFirst's standards.
- General computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Word and Excel.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion dollar garment services industry. We currently employ 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our outside sales team.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Manager
Document your specialty occupation case early
Sales Manager petitions draw more USCIS scrutiny than technical roles because officers question whether the job truly requires a degree. Gather job postings, internal org charts, and employer policy statements showing a bachelor's degree is a baseline requirement, not a preference.
Search LCA filings by SOC code
Sales Managers file under SOC code 11-2022. Run that code through the OFLC Wage Search to see which employers have active Labor Condition Applications, how many positions they've certified, and what wage levels they've committed to in your target metro.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals an employer already has compliance infrastructure for work authorization. For H-1B purposes, it also becomes mandatory for STEM OPT employers, making these companies more familiar with sponsorship paperwork than those who've never enrolled.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Run your search on Migrate Mate to surface Sales Manager roles at employers with verified H-1B filing history. You can filter by industry and location so you're only applying to companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this occupation.
Negotiate offer timing around cap deadlines
H-1B cap petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start. If you receive an offer in June, your earliest cap-subject start date is the following October. Clarify this timeline with hiring managers before signing, so neither side is surprised by the gap.
Build a prevailing wage paper trail before interviews
Pull the Level II and Level III prevailing wage figures for Sales Manager in your target city from the OFLC Wage Search. Walking into salary discussions with DOL wage data lets you anchor the conversation at a number USCIS will approve without an RFE.
H-1B Visa Sales Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but USCIS examines Sales Manager petitions closely because the occupation covers a wide range of industries and seniority levels. Your employer must show that the specific position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as business administration, marketing, or a field tied to the industry being managed. Generic management duties without that degree nexus increase the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Sales Manager positions?
Technology, pharmaceutical, financial services, and enterprise software companies account for a large share of H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed for Sales Manager roles. These industries typically require technical product knowledge that ties a degree requirement to the job. You can verify active LCA filings by employer and industry using the OFLC Wage Search before targeting your applications. Migrate Mate surfaces this filing history so you can prioritize employers with a track record of sponsoring this occupation.
Can my employer sponsor me for an H-1B if I'm currently on OPT as a Sales Manager?
Yes. Your employer files an H-1B cap registration in March, and if selected, submits the full petition in April. If your OPT expires before October 1, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically, provided you remain employed with the same employer who filed your petition. You must monitor your OPT end date carefully, because the cap-gap only applies if your I-20 extension is issued before your current EAD expires.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Sales Manager H-1B sponsorship?
Your employer must certify on the Labor Condition Application that your salary meets at least the Level I prevailing wage set by DOL for Sales Managers in your specific metro area. Most H-1B sponsors target Level II or higher to reduce RFE risk and demonstrate the role matches the experience they're hiring for. You can look up prevailing wage levels by location and job title using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer negotiation.
What should I look for in an employer's H-1B filing history before applying?
Look for employers who have filed LCAs specifically for Sales Manager or closely related SOC codes, not just for technical roles. An employer who has only sponsored software engineers may be unfamiliar with the specialty occupation argument for sales leadership positions and less equipped to defend an RFE. Check whether they use an experienced immigration counsel and whether their LCA filings show consistent wage levels. Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B sponsorship history so you can target employers with relevant filing experience from the start.