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VP Business Development roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in business, international relations, or a related field. Large tech, SaaS, and enterprise services companies file LCAs regularly for this title. Prevailing wage requirements for senior BD leadership fall under DOL Wage Level III or IV in most metro markets.
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Salary: $183,001 - $250,000 + eligible for bonus program
The Vice President of Sales, Business Unit is responsible for executing the business unit’s growth strategy in conjunction with operations management, products management, industry vertical heads and their business development team. The position will manage the process of revenue growth and customer acquisition focusing primarily on new customers across targeted industries while also driving growth with existing customers through day-to-day sales management. In addition to supporting the SVP of Corporate Business Development the Business Unit, this position will also have a matrix reporting line to the SVP of the Business Unit.
Responsibilities:
Position specific:
- Directly oversee day-to-day sales activities of a team of sales executives to ensure alignment with the company’s growth strategy, enforce the proper usage of CRM, and meeting performance expectations.
- Design and implement a strategic sales plan that expands business unit’s customer base and ensure constant topline growth.
- Work with business unit’s management in recruiting, objectives setting, coaching and performance monitoring of a team of sales executives and sales management.
- Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships directly or indirectly through the sales executives.
Leadership specific:
- Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of YLA’s strategic objectives, product offerings, and platform/system enhancements.
- Excellent strategic problem solving & analytical skills; strong business acumen.
- Engages in the high-performance culture characterized by high integrity, efficiency, productivity, teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and camaraderie.
- Works with limited direction, usually within a complex and often ambiguous environment, to drive rigorous, fact-based recommendations to senior YLA management, other executive, overseas Opco management while supporting syndication with stakeholders across the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree Required, preferably in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business.
- At least 10 years of sales experience including five years of managing a team of outside sales employees.
- At least 5 years of experience in sales within the logistics/supply chain industry.
- Ability to negotiate with customers and internal stakeholders to close business.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
BENEFITS:
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Standard 10 days PTO
- Eligible for bonus plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
ABOUT YUSEN LOGISTICS (AMERICAS):
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ONLY: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
Overview:
Salary: $183,001 - $250,000 + eligible for bonus program
The Vice President of Sales, Business Unit is responsible for executing the business unit’s growth strategy in conjunction with operations management, products management, industry vertical heads and their business development team. The position will manage the process of revenue growth and customer acquisition focusing primarily on new customers across targeted industries while also driving growth with existing customers through day-to-day sales management. In addition to supporting the SVP of Corporate Business Development the Business Unit, this position will also have a matrix reporting line to the SVP of the Business Unit.
Responsibilities:
Position specific:
- Directly oversee day-to-day sales activities of a team of sales executives to ensure alignment with the company’s growth strategy, enforce the proper usage of CRM, and meeting performance expectations.
- Design and implement a strategic sales plan that expands business unit’s customer base and ensure constant topline growth.
- Work with business unit’s management in recruiting, objectives setting, coaching and performance monitoring of a team of sales executives and sales management.
- Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships directly or indirectly through the sales executives.
Leadership specific:
- Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of YLA’s strategic objectives, product offerings, and platform/system enhancements.
- Excellent strategic problem solving & analytical skills; strong business acumen.
- Engages in the high-performance culture characterized by high integrity, efficiency, productivity, teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and camaraderie.
- Works with limited direction, usually within a complex and often ambiguous environment, to drive rigorous, fact-based recommendations to senior YLA management, other executive, overseas Opco management while supporting syndication with stakeholders across the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors Degree Required, preferably in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business.
- At least 10 years of sales experience including five years of managing a team of outside sales employees.
- At least 5 years of experience in sales within the logistics/supply chain industry.
- Ability to negotiate with customers and internal stakeholders to close business.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
BENEFITS:
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Standard 10 days PTO
- Eligible for bonus plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
ABOUT YUSEN LOGISTICS (AMERICAS):
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ONLY: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
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Map your degree to specialty occupation
USCIS requires VP Business Development roles to demand a directly related bachelor's degree. A business, marketing, or international relations degree maps cleanly. An unrelated field weakens your petition, so document how your degree coursework connects to strategic partnership and revenue leadership.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter VP Business Development openings by employers who have already filed LCAs for this title. Past filings confirm the employer understands the H-1B process and won't back out when legal paperwork starts.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro before any compensation discussion. VP BD roles typically land at DOL Wage Level III or IV. Knowing the floor prevents employers from low-balling you under the guise of visa compliance constraints.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofits, and certain research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. If your BD role involves institutional partnerships or academic sector clients, these employers are worth prioritizing in your search.
Prepare a business impact portfolio before interviews
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize whether VP-level BD roles genuinely require a degree rather than general sales experience. Document revenue outcomes, partnership structures, and strategic initiatives you led. This evidence supports your employer's specialty occupation justification in the petition.
File during the cap registration window in March
H-1B cap registrations open in early March and close within two weeks. If your offer letter arrives after the window closes, your start date shifts to the following October at earliest. Align your job search timeline so any offer is secured before registration opens.
H-1B Visa VP Business Development: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a VP Business Development role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS approves VP Business Development as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as business administration, international relations, or a related discipline. Roles framed around general sales leadership without a degree requirement can face RFEs. The job description and internal compensation band both matter during adjudication.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for VP Business Development roles?
Enterprise SaaS, financial technology, healthcare technology, and management consulting firms file LCAs for VP Business Development titles at higher rates than other sectors. These industries rely on structured partnership and channel development functions that map clearly to degree-requiring specialty occupations. You can browse verified sponsoring employers filtered by this title on Migrate Mate.
Can I switch employers after my H-1B is approved for a VP Business Development role?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers once your petition has been approved and you've started working. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin the new VP BD role as soon as USCIS receives that petition, without waiting for approval. The role and wage level at the new employer must still meet specialty occupation and prevailing wage standards.
What prevailing wage level applies to VP Business Development positions?
Most VP Business Development roles are classified at DOL Wage Level III or IV because they involve independent judgment, strategic decision-making, and leadership over revenue functions. You can verify the applicable level for your metro area and industry using the OFLC Wage Search tool. Employers must certify they'll pay at least the prevailing wage on the Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS.
How long does the H-1B process take for a VP Business Development hire?
Standard H-1B processing through USCIS runs three to six months after the cap registration in April. Premium processing reduces the petition adjudication window to 15 business days for an additional government fee. Your employer's LCA certification from DOL, which must precede the petition filing, typically takes seven business days. Budget at least four to five months from offer acceptance to work authorization if you're subject to the annual cap.