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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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The Sales Incentives Specialist fosters relationships with internal stakeholders and partners to develop, deliver and manage incentive investment programs to drive mutual business objectives and desired outcomes. The role is responsible for articulating the unique value proposition of CDW’s Sales Incentives program to align with partner and CDW sales segment strategies. The Sales Incentives Specialist is also responsible for coordinating program effectiveness reporting and making strategic recommendations. This role works directly with CDW’s PPM, Sales, and Finance organizations as well as with partners.
What you’ll do:
- Meet or exceed financial results specific to the role’s function and area of responsibility.
- Be the subject matter expert relative to sales incentive strategy to maximize Partner sales incentives investment.
- Be the subject matter expert on CDW’s Achieve More Portal (AMP) incentive platform for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Engage regularly with assigned partners to ensure CDW and partner stakeholders are up to date on all issues and initiatives related to a partner's incentive investment at CDW.
- Proficiently position CDW investment opportunities to both internal and external customers.
- Uncover, qualify, position, negotiate, and close investment opportunities to achieve CDW’s financial goals.
- Communicate program results tied to CDW’s incentive performance to both internal and external customers.
- Deliver a bi-quarterly forecast of gross spiff investment for assigned book of business.
- Track, analyze, and provide regular updates on assigned book of business to leadership.
- Deliver excellent experiences for both internal and external incentive program stakeholders.
- Develop a knowledge of CDW’s category and partner go to market strategies and funding sources.
- Conduct trainings on Sales Incentive program guidelines, processes, and tools to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Analyze data to make business decisions.
- Identify challenges or risk in the business and escalate to leadership for review.
What we expect of you:
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years sales/marketing experience OR 6 years’ experience in sales, marketing
Preferred skills, experience and qualities needed:
- Proficient communication, project management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively interact and present to all levels of stakeholders.
- Ability to conduct and favorably close negotiations.
- Self-motivated with a history of working independently.
- Ability to build and maintain working relationships.
- Proven record of multitasking and identifying priorities.
- Demonstrated financial and analytical skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Previous experience in the technology industry.
- Sales incentives experience.
Pay range: $71,000 - $100,000 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work. Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
About us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.
Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
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Job Summary:
The Sales Incentives Specialist fosters relationships with internal stakeholders and partners to develop, deliver and manage incentive investment programs to drive mutual business objectives and desired outcomes. The role is responsible for articulating the unique value proposition of CDW’s Sales Incentives program to align with partner and CDW sales segment strategies. The Sales Incentives Specialist is also responsible for coordinating program effectiveness reporting and making strategic recommendations. This role works directly with CDW’s PPM, Sales, and Finance organizations as well as with partners.
What you’ll do:
- Meet or exceed financial results specific to the role’s function and area of responsibility.
- Be the subject matter expert relative to sales incentive strategy to maximize Partner sales incentives investment.
- Be the subject matter expert on CDW’s Achieve More Portal (AMP) incentive platform for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Engage regularly with assigned partners to ensure CDW and partner stakeholders are up to date on all issues and initiatives related to a partner's incentive investment at CDW.
- Proficiently position CDW investment opportunities to both internal and external customers.
- Uncover, qualify, position, negotiate, and close investment opportunities to achieve CDW’s financial goals.
- Communicate program results tied to CDW’s incentive performance to both internal and external customers.
- Deliver a bi-quarterly forecast of gross spiff investment for assigned book of business.
- Track, analyze, and provide regular updates on assigned book of business to leadership.
- Deliver excellent experiences for both internal and external incentive program stakeholders.
- Develop a knowledge of CDW’s category and partner go to market strategies and funding sources.
- Conduct trainings on Sales Incentive program guidelines, processes, and tools to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Analyze data to make business decisions.
- Identify challenges or risk in the business and escalate to leadership for review.
What we expect of you:
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years sales/marketing experience OR 6 years’ experience in sales, marketing
Preferred skills, experience and qualities needed:
- Proficient communication, project management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively interact and present to all levels of stakeholders.
- Ability to conduct and favorably close negotiations.
- Self-motivated with a history of working independently.
- Ability to build and maintain working relationships.
- Proven record of multitasking and identifying priorities.
- Demonstrated financial and analytical skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Previous experience in the technology industry.
- Sales incentives experience.
Pay range: $71,000 - $100,000 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances—not replaces—human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work. Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.
About us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one—building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win—focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward—staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees—working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next.
Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.
CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
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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.