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Senior Business Process Analyst roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, industrial engineering, or a closely related field. Employers filing LCAs for this role typically use SOC code 13-1111, and prevailing wage levels vary significantly by metro area.
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Since 1952, Lawson Products has worked hard to make our customers' jobs easier by improving their operational efficiency, productivity and overall performance. As a leader in the MRO industry, we partner with customers to make sure they have the right maintenance and repair parts on hand when needed.
We’re looking for an entry-level Business Process Analyst responsible for developing and maintaining Lawson's operating systems, with the primary focus on SAP and CRM. This role ensures the day-to-day Quality Assurance requirements are met and is responsible for continuity of all customer-facing and quote-to-cash technical initiatives. Additionally, this role supports testing for all quote-to-cash initiatives and develops and supports sales-training programs for SAP and CRM.
Our corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, IL. This role operates on a hybrid work model; employees spend three days working in the office and two days working remotely. We offer 401k plus vision, dental and medical benefits, as well as a paid holiday and PTO package.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains Lawson’s operating systems to ensure optimal performance and functionality.
- Builds a strong understanding of system features, business requirements, and testing objectives by collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in business improvement meetings.
- Supports initiatives from business improvement meetings by working closely with the IT Business Analysts and IT Leads.
- Reviews requirement documents, functional specifications, and technical designs; performs end-to-end application testing while managing Q2C testing needs with internal teams.
- Conducts validation testing to support the successful deployment of applications into production.
- Troubleshoots technical issues with end users, identifying root causes and resolving problems in alignment with established process standards.
- Provides training and ongoing support to field sales and internal departments; develops training videos and Standard Work Instructions (Job Aids) as needed.
- Coordinates EPro and EDI requests between various departments, customers, and invoicing portals.
- Performs other duties and supports additional projects as assigned by management. Responsibilities and qualifications may evolve as business needs change.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Computer Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in QA testing, technical support, or engineering-related roles—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with SAP is a plus, especially in ERP platforms, product information management systems, reporting tools, content management systems, e-procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer), and RPA automation software.
- Solid understanding of QA principles, processes, and methodologies, with the ability to apply them effectively throughout development cycles.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and results-driven environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present to all levels of Lawson employees and sales leadership.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as familiarity with tools such as SAP, Power BI, PROS, Shopify, and PIM websites.
- Ability to identify cross-functional dependencies and connect the dots across multiple programs and processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Our salary range for this role is $58,100 - $69,700 including a full benefits package.
Lawson Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
Since 1952, Lawson Products has worked hard to make our customers' jobs easier by improving their operational efficiency, productivity and overall performance. As a leader in the MRO industry, we partner with customers to make sure they have the right maintenance and repair parts on hand when needed.
We’re looking for an entry-level Business Process Analyst responsible for developing and maintaining Lawson's operating systems, with the primary focus on SAP and CRM. This role ensures the day-to-day Quality Assurance requirements are met and is responsible for continuity of all customer-facing and quote-to-cash technical initiatives. Additionally, this role supports testing for all quote-to-cash initiatives and develops and supports sales-training programs for SAP and CRM.
Our corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, IL. This role operates on a hybrid work model; employees spend three days working in the office and two days working remotely. We offer 401k plus vision, dental and medical benefits, as well as a paid holiday and PTO package.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains Lawson’s operating systems to ensure optimal performance and functionality.
- Builds a strong understanding of system features, business requirements, and testing objectives by collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in business improvement meetings.
- Supports initiatives from business improvement meetings by working closely with the IT Business Analysts and IT Leads.
- Reviews requirement documents, functional specifications, and technical designs; performs end-to-end application testing while managing Q2C testing needs with internal teams.
- Conducts validation testing to support the successful deployment of applications into production.
- Troubleshoots technical issues with end users, identifying root causes and resolving problems in alignment with established process standards.
- Provides training and ongoing support to field sales and internal departments; develops training videos and Standard Work Instructions (Job Aids) as needed.
- Coordinates EPro and EDI requests between various departments, customers, and invoicing portals.
- Performs other duties and supports additional projects as assigned by management. Responsibilities and qualifications may evolve as business needs change.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Computer Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in QA testing, technical support, or engineering-related roles—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with SAP is a plus, especially in ERP platforms, product information management systems, reporting tools, content management systems, e-procurement platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer), and RPA automation software.
- Solid understanding of QA principles, processes, and methodologies, with the ability to apply them effectively throughout development cycles.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and results-driven environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present to all levels of Lawson employees and sales leadership.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as familiarity with tools such as SAP, Power BI, PROS, Shopify, and PIM websites.
- Ability to identify cross-functional dependencies and connect the dots across multiple programs and processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Our salary range for this role is $58,100 - $69,700 including a full benefits package.
Lawson Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Business Process Analyst
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and process analysis work. A general business degree usually qualifies, but an unrelated major can trigger an RFE. Pull the O*NET profile for Business Process Analysts to document the education requirement before your employer files.
Check the LCA wage level before negotiating
Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area and experience tier. Use OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage for SOC 13-1111 in your city. Accepting a Level I wage on a senior role can complicate renewals.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
H-1B sponsoring employers must be E-Verify participants. Filter your search to companies already enrolled, since unenrolled employers face extra onboarding steps that delay your start date. Migrate Mate surfaces verified LCA filing history so you can identify experienced sponsors for this specific role.
Document cross-functional project scope in your resume
H-1B petitions for business analysts often face RFEs questioning whether the role truly requires a specialty degree. Your resume should name specific methodologies, such as Six Sigma or BPMN, and quantify process improvements to show the position goes beyond general management work.
Confirm the employer can file before cap registration
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start. If you're interviewing in late winter, ask HR explicitly whether they've registered before and who handles their immigration filings. Employers new to sponsorship sometimes miss the USCIS registration window entirely.
Request premium processing if your project has a hard start
Standard H-1B adjudication runs several months. If your role involves a contract deliverable or system implementation with a fixed go-live date, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which USCIS commits to adjudicating within 15 business days.
H-1B Visa Senior Business Process Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Business Process Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, industrial engineering, information systems, or a directly related discipline. Generic roles described as requiring any degree may not qualify. Your employer's petition should tie the role's analytical duties, the methodologies applied, and the required education to the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an H-1B LCA for this role?
Most employers file under SOC code 13-1111, Management Analysts, though some use 15-1299 or a business operations code depending on how the role is structured. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage your employer must certify on the LCA with the DOL. You can verify the standard occupational classification and typical requirements through O*NET before your employer submits.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for business process analyst positions?
Migrate Mate shows LCA filing history by occupation and employer, so you can see which companies have certified wages for business analyst roles in your target metro area. This is more reliable than guessing from job postings alone, since many listings don't disclose sponsorship status until late in the interview process.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if my Senior Business Process Analyst role changes companies?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation, and the new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL certifying the prevailing wage for your position and location.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer eliminates the Senior Business Process Analyst role?
You enter a 60-day grace period after your employment ends, during which you can find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or prepare to depart. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition within that window for you to maintain continuous status. If your role was eliminated mid-project, document the termination date carefully, as USCIS counts the grace period from that date, not from when you were notified.