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National Account Manager jobs on OPT are available at consumer goods, technology, healthcare, and logistics companies that regularly sponsor work visas. Your 12-month OPT window (up to 24 additional months with STEM extension) gives you enough runway to prove value and convert to H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a National Account Field Rep! Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for marketing, quoting, pricing, sales and service of national accounts, pro-oriented retailer, large DIY retail operations, industrial or a combination of these accounts.
- Provide wide range of communication, promotional, merchandising material (displays, samples, literature racks, catalogs) and manage customer relations between national store contact, customer, vendor, and Boise.
- Develop promotion opportunities, attend and participate in customer promotional events.
- Resolve customer issues, respond to complaints and receivable problems, and provide claims service.
- Provide training and demonstrations to customers, customer associates, and contractors.
- Maintain knowledge of competitor products.
- Explore special order opportunities.
- Perform systems pricing maintenance and EDI coordination.
- Monitor inventory and review SKU mix by store/customer to identify sales and service opportunities.
- Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
- Extensive overnight travel required.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- College Degree or equivalent work experience in related job function.
- One (1) to five (5) years building products experience and broad knowledge of building product lines.
- Must have demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Working Conditions: Job is normally performed at customer locations. May be required to work in addition to normal business hours for cycle counts, promotions, and business travel. Must be able to safely drive to customer location and physically place product displays. Requires moderate physical exertion.
ABOUT BOISE CASCADE
Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today we're the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States – and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
- Medical + Prescription Drug
- Dental + Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
- Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
- Paid Holidays (10 per year)
- Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
- Life Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for a National Account Field Rep! Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for marketing, quoting, pricing, sales and service of national accounts, pro-oriented retailer, large DIY retail operations, industrial or a combination of these accounts.
- Provide wide range of communication, promotional, merchandising material (displays, samples, literature racks, catalogs) and manage customer relations between national store contact, customer, vendor, and Boise.
- Develop promotion opportunities, attend and participate in customer promotional events.
- Resolve customer issues, respond to complaints and receivable problems, and provide claims service.
- Provide training and demonstrations to customers, customer associates, and contractors.
- Maintain knowledge of competitor products.
- Explore special order opportunities.
- Perform systems pricing maintenance and EDI coordination.
- Monitor inventory and review SKU mix by store/customer to identify sales and service opportunities.
- Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
- Extensive overnight travel required.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- College Degree or equivalent work experience in related job function.
- One (1) to five (5) years building products experience and broad knowledge of building product lines.
- Must have demonstrated effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Working Conditions: Job is normally performed at customer locations. May be required to work in addition to normal business hours for cycle counts, promotions, and business travel. Must be able to safely drive to customer location and physically place product displays. Requires moderate physical exertion.
ABOUT BOISE CASCADE
Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today we're the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States – and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
- Medical + Prescription Drug
- Dental + Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
- Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
- Paid Holidays (10 per year)
- Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
- Life Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a National Account Manager
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Consumer packaged goods, enterprise software, medical devices, and logistics companies hire National Account Managers regularly and have structured HR processes for work visa sponsorship. Focus your search on mid-to-large employers in these verticals where sponsorship is routine, not exceptional.
Lead with revenue impact, not immigration status
National Account Manager hiring decisions center on quota attainment, account retention, and revenue growth. Quantify your results before raising sponsorship. A candidate who grew a book of business 30 percent gets a very different conversation than one who opens with visa questions.
Raise sponsorship after demonstrating fit, not before
Wait until the hiring manager has expressed genuine interest before discussing OPT or future H-1B visa needs. Framing sponsorship as a straightforward administrative step, rather than a burden, significantly improves how the conversation lands with employers unfamiliar with the process.
Use your STEM OPT extension as a negotiating asset
If your degree is in a STEM field such as data analytics, computer science, or engineering, your 24-month STEM extension gives employers three full years before they need to file an H-1B. That extended runway reduces perceived risk and strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Apply to companies already filing H-1Bs for similar roles
Employers who have sponsored National Account Managers or similar sales roles in the past are far more likely to do it again. Searching publicly available Department of Labor disclosure data for H-1B LCA filings by job title can confirm whether a specific employer has this history.
Align your application timing with the H-1B cap calendar
H-1B registrations open in March each year, with an October 1 start date. Starting your National Account Manager job search in the fall or winter gives employers time to evaluate you before registration opens, making the sponsorship timeline feel manageable rather than urgent.
National Account Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a National Account Manager on OPT?
Yes. National Account Manager roles qualify for OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Business, marketing, communications, and STEM degrees are all common academic backgrounds for this role. Your work must be authorized under your OPT EAD before your start date, and you cannot work without it in hand.
Do National Account Manager jobs typically offer H-1B sponsorship?
Sponsorship availability varies by employer size and industry. Large companies in consumer goods, enterprise software, healthcare, and logistics, including companies like Procter and Gamble, Salesforce, and Medtronic, have established sponsorship programs and have historically filed H-1Bs for account management roles. Smaller employers may be willing but lack a defined process. Browsing OPT-friendly National Account Manager roles on Migrate Mate filters for employers open to sponsorship, which saves significant time in your search.
Does a National Account Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree is on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in data analytics, computer science, information systems, or quantitative business fields commonly qualify. A business administration or marketing degree may not. Check your specific CIP code with your DSO. If you qualify, the 24-month extension gives you up to three full years of work authorization, which significantly strengthens your position when discussing future H-1B sponsorship with employers.
What should I do if a job listing does not mention visa sponsorship?
Absence of sponsorship language in a job posting does not mean the employer won't sponsor. Many companies omit it because their HR teams handle it case by case. Apply if you are otherwise a strong fit, progress through the interview process, and raise the sponsorship conversation after you have demonstrated clear value. Focusing your applications on mid-to-large employers in sectors with established H-1B filing histories improves your odds considerably.
How much time do I have on OPT to secure H-1B sponsorship as a National Account Manager?
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. If your degree qualifies for the STEM extension, you have up to 36 months total. Your employer must file your H-1B registration during the March registration window, with an October 1 start date. To hit that deadline, you generally need an offer and employer commitment in place by late February at the latest.