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Regional Director roles qualify for OPT work authorization when tied to a specialty occupation, typically business administration, management, or a related field requiring a bachelor's degree or higher. Most employers in this space are experienced with work authorization and will sponsor H-1B visa after OPT ends.
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Location Massachusetts, United States; New Jersey, United States; New York, United States
Date posted September 22, 2026
Job ID 23270
Pay Range $108,000 to $118,000 base + commission
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
Drive growth in the fast-growing bioprocessing industry by leading sales efforts across a designated territory and managing key distributor partnerships. As a Regional Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for expanding market share, developing strategic customer relationships, and delivering revenue growth through both direct sales and channel partners.
This role combines business development, account management, distributor leadership, and market strategy. You'll work closely with biopharmaceutical manufacturers, OEMs, and industry stakeholders, helping customers solve critical process challenges with innovative Pendotech solutions.
What You'll Do:
- Grow sales through new business development and expansion of existing accounts.
- Build strong relationships with customers, distributors, and industry partners.
- Lead and develop distributor sales teams to maximize regional performance.
- Execute territory and account growth strategies.
- Manage a healthy sales pipeline, forecasts, and CRM activities.
- Represent Pendotech at customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
What Success Looks Like:
- Consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Expanding Pendotech's presence within key bioprocessing markets.
- Building high-performing distributor partnerships.
- Creating long-term customer relationships that drive sustainable growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing market strategies, and making a direct impact on business growth in the life sciences and bioprocessing space.
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree required; Life Sciences background preferred
- Sales experience in laboratory, scientific, industrial, or education markets
- Strong understanding of the bioprocessing industry
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proven ability to build relationships, influence others, and work collaboratively
- Experience with CRM systems (SAP, Salesforce) and MS Office
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Our Offer to You
Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave policies
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
- A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
- Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
- A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
About Mettler Toledo
Who is PendoTECH? We are a Strategic Business Unit within Mettler-Toledo Process Analytics. Innovation is at the core of all pharmaceutical, biopharma and bioprocess applications. With extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical industry — and particular expertise in single-use bio-pharmaceutical equipment — PendoTECH delivers a line of pressure sensors, control systems and software for measuring, monitoring and data collection in bioprocess applications and other areas where the products provide a unique process solution. We offer a great compensation and benefits package, and a small company work environment. We are located in Princeton, New Jersey.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Mettler-Toledo endeavors to make www.mt.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at EEO@mt.com.
Regional Sales Manager
Location Massachusetts, United States; New Jersey, United States; New York, United States
Date posted September 22, 2026
Job ID 23270
Pay Range $108,000 to $118,000 base + commission
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
Drive growth in the fast-growing bioprocessing industry by leading sales efforts across a designated territory and managing key distributor partnerships. As a Regional Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for expanding market share, developing strategic customer relationships, and delivering revenue growth through both direct sales and channel partners.
This role combines business development, account management, distributor leadership, and market strategy. You'll work closely with biopharmaceutical manufacturers, OEMs, and industry stakeholders, helping customers solve critical process challenges with innovative Pendotech solutions.
What You'll Do:
- Grow sales through new business development and expansion of existing accounts.
- Build strong relationships with customers, distributors, and industry partners.
- Lead and develop distributor sales teams to maximize regional performance.
- Execute territory and account growth strategies.
- Manage a healthy sales pipeline, forecasts, and CRM activities.
- Represent Pendotech at customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
What Success Looks Like:
- Consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Expanding Pendotech's presence within key bioprocessing markets.
- Building high-performing distributor partnerships.
- Creating long-term customer relationships that drive sustainable growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing market strategies, and making a direct impact on business growth in the life sciences and bioprocessing space.
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree required; Life Sciences background preferred
- Sales experience in laboratory, scientific, industrial, or education markets
- Strong understanding of the bioprocessing industry
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proven ability to build relationships, influence others, and work collaboratively
- Experience with CRM systems (SAP, Salesforce) and MS Office
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Our Offer to You
Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave policies
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
- A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
- Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
- A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
About Mettler Toledo
Who is PendoTECH? We are a Strategic Business Unit within Mettler-Toledo Process Analytics. Innovation is at the core of all pharmaceutical, biopharma and bioprocess applications. With extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical industry — and particular expertise in single-use bio-pharmaceutical equipment — PendoTECH delivers a line of pressure sensors, control systems and software for measuring, monitoring and data collection in bioprocess applications and other areas where the products provide a unique process solution. We offer a great compensation and benefits package, and a small company work environment. We are located in Princeton, New Jersey.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. Mettler-Toledo endeavors to make www.mt.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at EEO@mt.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Regional Director
Target employers with multi-state or multi-unit operations
Companies managing multiple locations or regions are far more likely to have structured HR processes and prior H-1B visa sponsorship history. Smaller single-location employers rarely have the infrastructure to support OPT-to-H-1B transitions smoothly.
Emphasize cross-functional leadership in your application
Regional Director roles require coordinating across sales, operations, and finance. Framing your degree and experience around enterprise-wide impact strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer will need to make when sponsoring your visa.
Confirm your degree aligns with the role before applying
OPT work authorization requires your job to be directly related to your field of study. A Regional Director role supported by a business, management, or operations degree is a strong match. A degree in an unrelated discipline may create complications.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship early in the process
Raise the sponsorship question before or during the offer stage, not after you've accepted. Employers who have sponsored before will answer confidently. Vague or deflective answers are a signal worth taking seriously before you commit.
Use your OPT period to build a visible performance record
Regional Directors are evaluated on measurable outcomes: revenue growth, team retention, and operational efficiency. Documented results during your OPT window give your employer a concrete business case for investing in your H-1B sponsorship.
Understand your OPT end date and plan the H-1B timeline backward
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start. Work backward from your OPT expiration to determine whether you need STEM OPT extension to bridge the gap. Missing this window means starting the visa process from scratch.
Regional Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Regional Director on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. Regional Director positions in business, operations, or management align well with degrees in business administration, management, or related fields. Your employer does not need to file any petition for you to start work on OPT, but you must have a valid EAD and a qualifying job offer.
Do Regional Director employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Mid-to-large employers in industries like healthcare, retail, logistics, and technology are experienced with H-1B sponsorship and regularly hire international workers into senior management roles. Smaller regional operators are less consistent. Checking a company's H-1B filing history through public Department of Labor disclosure data before applying gives you a realistic read on their sponsorship track record.
Does a Regional Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. If the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, finance, or operations management, it generally qualifies. Generalist management roles where any degree will do are more likely to face scrutiny. The job description and how your employer frames the role in the LCA filing both matter significantly.
Where can I find Regional Director jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. The platform is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by OPT and visa sponsorship compatibility, so you are not sifting through listings from employers who have no pathway for international workers. Regional Director roles listed there are sourced with sponsorship context in mind.
What happens if my OPT expires before the H-1B lottery result is announced?
If you hold a STEM degree, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, which gives you continued work authorization through at least one full H-1B cap cycle. If you are not STEM-eligible, timing is critical. Your employer would need to file your H-1B registration in March and your status must bridge to October 1 without a gap. An immigration attorney can help map the exact dates for your situation.