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Vice President of Sales roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers filing an LCA must certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area. Cap-subject H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date.
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Victory Cruise Lines is a purpose-driven, American-owned and employee-owned cruise line founded by industry icon John Waggoner. We operate small ships on the Great Lakes, Canadian Maritimes, and the Eastern Seaboard, offering immersive, culturally rich journeys that connect guests with history, destination, and one another.
Our team members don't just work here—they help create experiences our guests remember for a lifetime. Today, we are embarking on one of the most unique executive searches in our company's history. This is not simply a sales leadership role, it is a succession opportunity. As our current Vice President of Sales begins planning for a well-earned retirement, we are seeking the next commercial leader who will spend time learning the business, building relationships, and working alongside an accomplished industry veteran before ultimately assuming leadership of the sales organization. For the right individual, this represents a rare opportunity to inherit a strong foundation, contribute to the next chapter of growth, and help shape the future of Victory Cruise Lines.
Come Celebrate the Victory with us!
OUR VALUES
Safety First
Teamwork
Integrity
Service Excellence
Innovation
Having Fun and Celebrating the Victories
Victory Cruise Lines is more than a workplace—we are a community of professionals who care deeply about what we do, who we serve, and how we show up for one another.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The successful candidate will spend several months working directly alongside our current Vice President of Sales, learning the business, building key relationships, understanding our culture, and gradually assuming increasing leadership responsibility before taking full ownership of the sales organization. Our current Vice President plans to retire from this senior leadership seat during the first half of 2027. This is a rare opportunity to inherit a strong foundation while helping shape the future of a growing cruise line.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The successful candidate will:
- Learn and eventually lead all aspects of the Victory Cruise Lines sales organization
- Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute commercial strategy
- Lead revenue growth initiatives across direct sales, trade sales, group sales, and charter opportunities
- Analyze booking trends, revenue performance, and sales effectiveness
- Develop and strengthen relationships with travel advisors, agency partners, affinity groups, and key accounts
- Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and Finance teams
- Lead, mentor, and develop members of the sales organization
- Improve sales processes, reporting, forecasting, and accountability
- Represent Victory Cruise Lines at industry events, conferences, and partner meetings
- Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Successful leaders in this role:
- Drive revenue growth
- Build strong relationships
- Lead with accountability
- Develop people
- Make decisions
- Bring solutions
- Execute with urgency
- Embrace ownership
- Inspire confidence
Most importantly, they understand that leadership is not about maintaining the status quo—it is about helping the organization continue to grow.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ideal candidates may currently be:
- Vice Presidents of Sales
- Senior Directors of Sales
- Commercial Leaders
- Travel Industry Sales Executives
- Cruise Industry Sales Leaders
We are less concerned with your current title and more interested in your ability to lead people, drive revenue growth, think strategically, and contribute at an executive level. If you've successfully led commercial teams, developed strong industry relationships, and are ready to help shape the future of a growing organization, we'd like to meet you.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, leadership capability, and demonstrated ability to perform at the executive level.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options
- 401(k)
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Cruise Benefits
- Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing cruise line
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Hospitality, or other related field.
MBA or advanced business degree is a plus.
Skills & Abilities
- Proven sales leadership experience
- Strong strategic thinking capabilities
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Executive presence and leadership maturity
- Experience managing revenue-producing teams
- Strong forecasting and analytical skills
- Ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization
- Willingness to travel as needed
Experience
- 8+ years of progressive sales leadership experience; senior leadership seat preferred but not required
- Travel or cruise industry experience strongly preferred
- Experience leading teams and driving measurable revenue growth
- Experience working with agency distribution channels preferred
OTHER
Post Offer / Pre-Employment criteria must be satisfied to complete a successful hiring process; this may include, but may not be limited to: background screening, drug and/or alcohol screening, Culture Index surveys, and other assessments deemed necessary by the Company.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
OUR STORY
Victory Cruise Lines is a purpose-driven, American-owned and employee-owned cruise line founded by industry icon John Waggoner. We operate small ships on the Great Lakes, Canadian Maritimes, and the Eastern Seaboard, offering immersive, culturally rich journeys that connect guests with history, destination, and one another.
Our team members don't just work here—they help create experiences our guests remember for a lifetime. Today, we are embarking on one of the most unique executive searches in our company's history. This is not simply a sales leadership role, it is a succession opportunity. As our current Vice President of Sales begins planning for a well-earned retirement, we are seeking the next commercial leader who will spend time learning the business, building relationships, and working alongside an accomplished industry veteran before ultimately assuming leadership of the sales organization. For the right individual, this represents a rare opportunity to inherit a strong foundation, contribute to the next chapter of growth, and help shape the future of Victory Cruise Lines.
Come Celebrate the Victory with us!
OUR VALUES
Safety First
Teamwork
Integrity
Service Excellence
Innovation
Having Fun and Celebrating the Victories
Victory Cruise Lines is more than a workplace—we are a community of professionals who care deeply about what we do, who we serve, and how we show up for one another.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The successful candidate will spend several months working directly alongside our current Vice President of Sales, learning the business, building key relationships, understanding our culture, and gradually assuming increasing leadership responsibility before taking full ownership of the sales organization. Our current Vice President plans to retire from this senior leadership seat during the first half of 2027. This is a rare opportunity to inherit a strong foundation while helping shape the future of a growing cruise line.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The successful candidate will:
- Learn and eventually lead all aspects of the Victory Cruise Lines sales organization
- Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute commercial strategy
- Lead revenue growth initiatives across direct sales, trade sales, group sales, and charter opportunities
- Analyze booking trends, revenue performance, and sales effectiveness
- Develop and strengthen relationships with travel advisors, agency partners, affinity groups, and key accounts
- Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and Finance teams
- Lead, mentor, and develop members of the sales organization
- Improve sales processes, reporting, forecasting, and accountability
- Represent Victory Cruise Lines at industry events, conferences, and partner meetings
- Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Successful leaders in this role:
- Drive revenue growth
- Build strong relationships
- Lead with accountability
- Develop people
- Make decisions
- Bring solutions
- Execute with urgency
- Embrace ownership
- Inspire confidence
Most importantly, they understand that leadership is not about maintaining the status quo—it is about helping the organization continue to grow.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Ideal candidates may currently be:
- Vice Presidents of Sales
- Senior Directors of Sales
- Commercial Leaders
- Travel Industry Sales Executives
- Cruise Industry Sales Leaders
We are less concerned with your current title and more interested in your ability to lead people, drive revenue growth, think strategically, and contribute at an executive level. If you've successfully led commercial teams, developed strong industry relationships, and are ready to help shape the future of a growing organization, we'd like to meet you.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, leadership capability, and demonstrated ability to perform at the executive level.
Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Options
- 401(k)
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Cruise Benefits
- Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing cruise line
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Hospitality, or other related field.
MBA or advanced business degree is a plus.
Skills & Abilities
- Proven sales leadership experience
- Strong strategic thinking capabilities
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Executive presence and leadership maturity
- Experience managing revenue-producing teams
- Strong forecasting and analytical skills
- Ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization
- Willingness to travel as needed
Experience
- 8+ years of progressive sales leadership experience; senior leadership seat preferred but not required
- Travel or cruise industry experience strongly preferred
- Experience leading teams and driving measurable revenue growth
- Experience working with agency distribution channels preferred
OTHER
Post Offer / Pre-Employment criteria must be satisfied to complete a successful hiring process; this may include, but may not be limited to: background screening, drug and/or alcohol screening, Culture Index surveys, and other assessments deemed necessary by the Company.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
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Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Sales Managers (SOC 11-2022) and confirm your job duties align with the listed requirements. USCIS scrutinizes VP-level roles where a specific degree field isn't obvious, so document how your employer ties the position to a defined discipline.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Vice President of Sales openings by employers who have certified LCAs in sales leadership roles. Verified filing history tells you the employer already understands the H-1B process rather than treating your petition as a first attempt.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the Level III or IV threshold for your metro, and a salary below that cannot be approved regardless of negotiation.
Prepare an executive-level credentials package
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications, and documentation of revenue responsibility or team leadership. USCIS RFEs for senior sales roles often challenge whether the position genuinely requires a specialized degree, so concrete P&L ownership and organizational scope records counter that directly.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Ask whether the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before the offer stage, not after. If you're on STEM OPT, E-Verify enrollment is legally required for your employer. For H-1B transitions, unenrolled employers can still file, but knowing early prevents last-minute complications.
Plan for the October 1 start date gap
Cap-subject H-1B approvals take effect October 1, so a March registration win still leaves a potential six-month gap. If you're changing employers, map whether your current authorization covers that window or whether a cap-exempt employer removes the timing constraint entirely.
H-1B Visa Vice President Of Sales: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Vice President of Sales job qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or sales management. VP-level roles with generalist duties can face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description should clearly connect the position's responsibilities to a defined academic discipline rather than accepting any degree.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for senior sales leadership roles?
Enterprise technology companies, financial services firms, and multinational corporations are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for VP of Sales positions because they have established immigration infrastructure and experience with senior-level petitions. Migrate Mate lets you search Vice President of Sales openings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're only targeting companies that have already navigated this process.
What is the H-1B prevailing wage requirement for a VP of Sales?
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for a sales management role in your specific metro area. VP-level roles typically fall at wage Level III or IV, which reflects experienced and fully competent workers. You can look up the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search by entering the SOC code for Sales Managers and your work location.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new company for a VP of Sales role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer files a fresh I-129 with a new LCA certified for the VP of Sales role at their organization.
Does a VP of Sales role count as a specialty occupation if my duties are broad?
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the position normally requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just a degree in any field. Broad commercial leadership duties can weaken the petition unless the employer documents that the role requires specialized knowledge in areas like strategic account management, market analysis, or enterprise sales methodology tied to a defined discipline. A well-drafted support letter from the employer is essential.