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Sales Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, meaning your job offer must specify a specialty occupation with a degree requirement tied directly to the sales function.
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As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to transform a great project idea into reality. If you enjoy helping people and solving problems in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you.
How We Support You
Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to a variety of benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules.
- Earn more from your sales performance with additional bonus opportunities.
- Make your well-being a priority with multiple health insurance options.
- Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.
- Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k).
- Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.
- Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.
For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
Your Day at Lowe's
Sales Specialists at Lowe's are very active, moving throughout the store or garden center, answering phones, and talking to customers. As a Sales Specialist, you'll spend most of your time communicating with customers – discussing project needs, answering questions, and helping them accomplish their home improvement goals.
You will become the product expert, informing customers of specifications, features, promotions, and financing options to close a sale. Your exceptional consulting services help ensure that customer needs are met before leaving the store.
You will be working in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Millwork, Fashion Plumbing, Outlet, Tool Rental, Pro, or Windows & Walls.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide SMART customer service by seeking out customers to understand their needs, answer questions, and communicate the advantages of Lowe's products and services
- Serve as a point of contact for customers and vendors within your department, providing project estimates, scheduling installer visits, processing and tracking customer orders/installations, and following up to ensure project completion.
- If in the Pro Department, focus on external accounts and outside sales and services
- Monitor inventory levels to support sales, working with vendors and other stores to find merchandise and order replacement stock
- Perform price reviews by pricing policies and ensure maintenance of pricing and documentation
- Support all checkout functions, call buttons, departmental pages, or requests for assistance
- Train associates in the department by conducting on-the-job training on the Sales floor and coaching around development needs
- Complete other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year experience in customer-facing sales or 6 months of Lowe’s retail experience (Or 3 years of external experience in customer-facing sales or 18 months of Lowe’s retail experience if education requirement is not met)
- 1 year of experience in sales or customer service in a sales environment with required sales goals or metrics
- Able to Read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
- Able to stand and sit for prolonged periods
- Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation
- Obtain sales-related licensure or registration if required by law in your state (Lowe's will support and fund this requirement)
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year of experience in completing customer sales orders
- 1 Year Experience promoting product related services and plans such as installation, delivery, credit financing, or extended protection plan
- 2 years of experience designing customized products for customers using 20/20 or Computer-Aided Design System
- Professional certification related to the department being considered
- Bi-lingual skills
Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team.
Travel Requirements
This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores.
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
Your Impact at Lowe's
As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to transform a great project idea into reality. If you enjoy helping people and solving problems in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you.
How We Support You
Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to a variety of benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules.
- Earn more from your sales performance with additional bonus opportunities.
- Make your well-being a priority with multiple health insurance options.
- Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.
- Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k).
- Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.
- Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.
For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
Your Day at Lowe's
Sales Specialists at Lowe's are very active, moving throughout the store or garden center, answering phones, and talking to customers. As a Sales Specialist, you'll spend most of your time communicating with customers – discussing project needs, answering questions, and helping them accomplish their home improvement goals.
You will become the product expert, informing customers of specifications, features, promotions, and financing options to close a sale. Your exceptional consulting services help ensure that customer needs are met before leaving the store.
You will be working in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Millwork, Fashion Plumbing, Outlet, Tool Rental, Pro, or Windows & Walls.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide SMART customer service by seeking out customers to understand their needs, answer questions, and communicate the advantages of Lowe's products and services
- Serve as a point of contact for customers and vendors within your department, providing project estimates, scheduling installer visits, processing and tracking customer orders/installations, and following up to ensure project completion.
- If in the Pro Department, focus on external accounts and outside sales and services
- Monitor inventory levels to support sales, working with vendors and other stores to find merchandise and order replacement stock
- Perform price reviews by pricing policies and ensure maintenance of pricing and documentation
- Support all checkout functions, call buttons, departmental pages, or requests for assistance
- Train associates in the department by conducting on-the-job training on the Sales floor and coaching around development needs
- Complete other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year experience in customer-facing sales or 6 months of Lowe’s retail experience (Or 3 years of external experience in customer-facing sales or 18 months of Lowe’s retail experience if education requirement is not met)
- 1 year of experience in sales or customer service in a sales environment with required sales goals or metrics
- Able to Read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
- Able to stand and sit for prolonged periods
- Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation
- Obtain sales-related licensure or registration if required by law in your state (Lowe's will support and fund this requirement)
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year of experience in completing customer sales orders
- 1 Year Experience promoting product related services and plans such as installation, delivery, credit financing, or extended protection plan
- 2 years of experience designing customized products for customers using 20/20 or Computer-Aided Design System
- Professional certification related to the department being considered
- Bi-lingual skills
Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team.
Travel Requirements
This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores.
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Specialist
Document your degree's direct relevance
USCIS scrutinizes Sales Specialist petitions more than technical roles because the degree-to-job link isn't always obvious. Gather transcripts, course descriptions, and a letter from your employer explaining why a business or marketing degree is specifically required for this position.
Check LCA filings before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for sales roles in your target metro. Migrate Mate surfaces this DOL filing data by role and location, so you can focus on employers with an active H-1B track record in sales.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early
E-Verify enrollment isn't required for standard H-1B sponsorship, but it signals an employer's familiarity with immigration compliance. Ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled before investing time in the interview process.
Negotiate specialty occupation language into your offer letter
Generic offer letters that describe sales duties without specifying the required degree field create RFE risk. Ask your employer to include the minimum education requirement and field of study in the written offer before your attorney drafts the I-129.
Account for the cap lottery in your start date planning
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start. If you're on OPT, confirm your remaining authorized period covers the gap. A 60-day grace period applies if your OPT ends before your H-1B start date, but it doesn't authorize work.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Sales Specialists and note the education requirements listed there. Your employer's attorney can cite this as supporting evidence that the role normally requires a specialized degree, which strengthens the petition against a specialty occupation RFE.
H-1B Visa Sales Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines and documents the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A Sales Specialist role tied to a specific industry, such as enterprise software, pharmaceuticals, or financial products, is easier to qualify than a generalist sales position. Your employer's offer letter and the I-129 petition must establish that a specific degree field is a genuine minimum requirement for the job.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from my Sales Specialist role?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B employer, change to a different visa status, or depart the U.S. This period is not work-authorized. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire, you can begin working for them once USCIS receives the petition, provided the role also qualifies as a specialty occupation.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for sales roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Sales Specialist roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This lets you prioritize companies that have already demonstrated a willingness to sponsor rather than relying on guesswork or cold outreach to HR teams unfamiliar with the process.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a new Sales Specialist position within the same company?
Yes, but USCIS must be notified if the new position involves a material change in duties, location, or required qualifications. A promotion from Sales Specialist to a management role, for example, typically requires an amended I-129 petition. Relocating to a different metropolitan statistical area also requires a new Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin working at the new location.
Does a commission-based compensation structure affect H-1B eligibility for Sales Specialists?
It can create complications. The DOL requires that H-1B workers receive the prevailing wage for the role, and that wage must be guaranteed regardless of sales performance. A purely commission-based structure generally doesn't satisfy this requirement. Most H-1B-sponsoring employers offer a base salary meeting the prevailing wage level, with commissions paid on top. Verify the wage level using the OFLC Wage Search for your specific job title and work location before accepting an offer.