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E-commerce associate jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in marketing, business, or information systems. Most roles involve product listings, digital merchandising, and platform analytics, which align well with STEM and non-STEM OPT categories. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to demonstrate value and secure H-1B visa sponsorship.
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SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
Your mission
As a Site Merchandiser for E-Commerce, you’ll be at the forefront of creating an exceptional digital shopping experience that drives engagement and conversion. In this role, you’ll collaborate across Buying, Marketing, and Content teams to plan and execute seasonal activations, optimize product presentation, and enhance site navigation. You’ll execute and influence site merchandising strategies, analyze performance to inform data-driven decisions, and ensure flawless execution across digital channels. With a focus on best practices and process improvement, you’ll influence user experience, implement new tools and features, and continuously refine merchandising tactics to maximize revenue and elevate the brand online. If you’re passionate about blending creativity with analytics and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.
- Own the end-to-end DTC site merchandising strategy for assigned categories, driving revenue, CVR, AOV and engagement across all digital channels.
- Execute data led site merchandising strategies that balance brand storytelling with commercial outcomes across category pages, PLP’s and seasonal campaign landing experiences.
- Partner with manager and cross-functional teams to translate trading priorities, inventory positions and customer insights into clear on-site execution plans that maximize product sell-thru and category effectiveness.
- Partner with Planning, Buying, Content and Marketing teams to optimize product exposure based on demand, inventory health, launch timing and business priorities.
- Lead product ranking, navigation, filtering and cross-sell strategies to improve discoverability and KPI's for assigned categories.
- Analyze daily and weekly performance trends, identify opportunities and risks, and proactively adjust merchandising strategies to hit identified targets.
- Own category-level reporting and performance readouts, clearly communicating results, insights, and recommended actions to direct team or cross-functional stakeholders.
- Identify and implement test-and-learn opportunities (A/B tests, new merchandising approaches, UX enhancements) to drive incremental growth.
- Ensure operational excellence by maintaining accuracy, quality, and execution speed, particularly during peak trading moments.
- Act as a subject-matter expert for site merchandising best practices, trends, and tools within the e-commerce organization, occasionally coaching junior site merchandisers directly.
- Proactively identify and propose solutions to site merchandising related functionality issues, coordinating with technical teams as needed.
- Champion continuous improvements by identifying gaps and recommending workflow refinements.
- Research competitive landscape and industry best practices to inform future site merchandising strategies.
Your talent
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in e-commerce merchandising, site operations, or digital marketing.
- Proven track record of driving conversion and revenue through site merchandising strategies.
- Analytical & Data-Driven. Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions with urgency.
- Passion for improving user experience, innovation, and exploring new tools, features, and merchandising tactics.
- Detail-Oriented, strong attention to accuracy in product presentation and site functionality.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and CMS.
- Familiarity with online retail best practices, UX principles, and digital merchandising trends.
The hiring range base pay for this position is $57,000 - $75,810 + Bonus + Benefits
(Benefit Summary Corporate)
Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Our principles
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people - with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.
INTRODUCTION
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
Your mission
As a Site Merchandiser for E-Commerce, you’ll be at the forefront of creating an exceptional digital shopping experience that drives engagement and conversion. In this role, you’ll collaborate across Buying, Marketing, and Content teams to plan and execute seasonal activations, optimize product presentation, and enhance site navigation. You’ll execute and influence site merchandising strategies, analyze performance to inform data-driven decisions, and ensure flawless execution across digital channels. With a focus on best practices and process improvement, you’ll influence user experience, implement new tools and features, and continuously refine merchandising tactics to maximize revenue and elevate the brand online. If you’re passionate about blending creativity with analytics and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.
- Own the end-to-end DTC site merchandising strategy for assigned categories, driving revenue, CVR, AOV and engagement across all digital channels.
- Execute data led site merchandising strategies that balance brand storytelling with commercial outcomes across category pages, PLP’s and seasonal campaign landing experiences.
- Partner with manager and cross-functional teams to translate trading priorities, inventory positions and customer insights into clear on-site execution plans that maximize product sell-thru and category effectiveness.
- Partner with Planning, Buying, Content and Marketing teams to optimize product exposure based on demand, inventory health, launch timing and business priorities.
- Lead product ranking, navigation, filtering and cross-sell strategies to improve discoverability and KPI's for assigned categories.
- Analyze daily and weekly performance trends, identify opportunities and risks, and proactively adjust merchandising strategies to hit identified targets.
- Own category-level reporting and performance readouts, clearly communicating results, insights, and recommended actions to direct team or cross-functional stakeholders.
- Identify and implement test-and-learn opportunities (A/B tests, new merchandising approaches, UX enhancements) to drive incremental growth.
- Ensure operational excellence by maintaining accuracy, quality, and execution speed, particularly during peak trading moments.
- Act as a subject-matter expert for site merchandising best practices, trends, and tools within the e-commerce organization, occasionally coaching junior site merchandisers directly.
- Proactively identify and propose solutions to site merchandising related functionality issues, coordinating with technical teams as needed.
- Champion continuous improvements by identifying gaps and recommending workflow refinements.
- Research competitive landscape and industry best practices to inform future site merchandising strategies.
Your talent
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in e-commerce merchandising, site operations, or digital marketing.
- Proven track record of driving conversion and revenue through site merchandising strategies.
- Analytical & Data-Driven. Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions with urgency.
- Passion for improving user experience, innovation, and exploring new tools, features, and merchandising tactics.
- Detail-Oriented, strong attention to accuracy in product presentation and site functionality.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and CMS.
- Familiarity with online retail best practices, UX principles, and digital merchandising trends.
The hiring range base pay for this position is $57,000 - $75,810 + Bonus + Benefits
(Benefit Summary Corporate)
Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Our principles
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people - with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an E Commerce Associate
Target employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Retail and e-commerce companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before are more likely to do it again. Focus your applications on mid-size to large operators with dedicated HR or immigration support, not solo founders running Shopify stores.
Frame your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your OPT authorization early in the process, not after an offer. Explaining your timeline and STEM extension eligibility removes uncertainty and signals that you've done the work to understand what sponsorship involves.
Highlight platform-specific technical skills
Employers hiring for e-commerce associate roles prioritize candidates with hands-on experience in Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, or Google Merchant Center. Technical fluency in one platform significantly strengthens your case for sponsorship consideration.
Quantify your impact with performance metrics
Sponsorship decisions are easier for employers when they can see concrete results. Lead with conversion rate improvements, revenue contributions, or traffic growth in your resume and interviews rather than listing tools or responsibilities.
Apply before your OPT clock runs low
Starting your job search with nine or more months remaining gives employers confidence that there's time to onboard you and begin the H-1B process. Waiting until your final months creates hesitation even among willing sponsors.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in information systems, supply chain analytics, or marketing analytics often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. This gives employers a three-year window instead of one, which substantially increases your sponsorship odds.
E Commerce Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do e-commerce associate jobs typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies by employer size and structure. Large retailers and established e-commerce companies with in-house HR teams sponsor more frequently than small startups or agencies. Your strongest candidates are brands with a track record of H-1B filings, which you can identify by searching OPT-friendly employers on Migrate Mate.
Is an e-commerce associate role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. Positions focused on digital marketing analytics, product data management, or platform integration are more likely to qualify as specialty occupations than generalist merchandising roles. A title alone doesn't determine eligibility. The job description and degree requirement are what USCIS evaluates.
Can I work as an e-commerce associate on OPT if my degree is in a non-business field?
Yes, as long as the job is directly related to your field of study. A computer science graduate working in platform operations or data analytics for an e-commerce team would qualify. OPT requires that your employment be in a role related to your degree, not that it match your exact job title.
Does a STEM degree help when applying for e-commerce associate roles on OPT?
It helps in two ways. First, degrees in information systems, data analytics, or supply chain management qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you more time to secure sponsorship. Second, STEM-adjacent e-commerce roles tend to be viewed more favorably as specialty occupations, which matters for future H-1B eligibility.
How do I find e-commerce associate jobs that are open to OPT students?
Search Migrate Mate, which filters job listings to show roles at employers open to sponsoring F-1 OPT and H-1B candidates. General job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying blind. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have indicated openness to international candidates, saving significant time during a tight OPT window.