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Sales Lead roles on OPT require employers who can support your work authorization timeline. Most positions fall under standard OPT or STEM OPT extension, depending on your field of study. Cap-gap protection matters here if your H-1B visa is pending, since Sales Lead roles at tech and SaaS companies commonly file for sponsorship.
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Roll up your sleeves and lead the way, partnering with other members of the leadership team to support timely follow-through and execution of company directives & standards. Through advanced planning, time management, team development, and delegation you’ll create an inclusive environment embodying Faherty Brand values & culture. You will provide actionable feedback in the moment to maintain good vibes, inclusion, and directive compliance driving individual & team performance. As well as ensuring a positive representation of the brand by utilizing business tools and market-specific insight to maximize results of the four key areas of the business: People, Sales, Visual Merchandising, and Operations.
What you’ll do:
Sales
Customer Focused
- Create a store environment embodying our core value of Spreading Good Vibes.
- Process in-store sales, returns and exchanges.
Drive Guest Capture & Retention
- Manage client outreach via personalized communication.
- Maintain up-to-date client information, requests and product feedback.
- Assist in the planning & execution of in-store events.
Action Oriented, Drive Results, Resourceful
- Analyze key business metrics to identify performance improvement opportunities.
- Utilize business tools as well as personal market-specific insight to drive results.
Operations
Manage Operational Excellence
- Cash Management - Track and account for cash procedures including, but not limited to: opening & closing cash registers, bank deposits, change orders…etc
- Utilize available resources consistently & effectively.
- Collaborate with Leadership Team for monthly supply orders.
Support in Monthly Store Assessment
- Prepare store & team to ensure the success within your four walls.
- Communicate successes and opportunities to Store Leader.
Visuals
Drive Visual Standards
- Maintain a neat, clean and organized salesfloor & register area.
- Represent and reinforce brand standards in a positive manner through strong visual presentation.
- Help support floor moves based on seasonal roll-outs.
- Partner with the team daily to ensure the floor is fully restocked based on sell-through.
People
Motivate & Inspire
- Uphold & drive goals, fostering a positive atmosphere for all.
- Champion high standards that empower others to excel within the store & company at large.
- Recognize and highlight individual & team performance.
- Communicate effectively.
- Collaborate & builds trust.
Physical Requirements
- Available when we are open for business, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
- Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
What you’ll have:
- Multiple years leadership experience in a similar scope; hi-growth direct to consumer retail brands preferred. Interchangeable with proven record of effectiveness and high performance in an internal role for a minimum of 6 months’ time.
- Omnichannel awareness and the ability to assist in leading a team to provide a seamless customer experience between retail stores and ecommerce platforms.
- Adept with technology and apps, including but not limited to Google Suites and MS office, and familiar with industry-related blogs and feeds.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across a multitude of channels.
- Demonstrated ability to assist a leadership team with coaching and development.
- Proven track record of personal success within a retail business; success is reflective in consistently outpacing individual and team sales and performance goals.
- Passionate about contributing to brand with purpose and demonstrating advocacy through business.
Why us you ask!
- Health benefits
- 401(K) Plan with company match
- Incentives Program
- Commuter Options/Benefits
- Generous employee discount
If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act ("CPRA") in our Notice to California Residents.
A bit about us:
Founded in 2013 by Mike and Alex Faherty and Kerry Docherty, Faherty is a family-run lifestyle and apparel brand fueled by purpose and optimism. Our goal: to build a new American legacy by creating high-quality, sustainably minded, feel-good favorites that will bring you joy to wear.
We feel a deep responsibility to do things differently: to promise comfort without compromising quality. To hold ourselves to a higher standard with a lower environmental impact. To leave the world a better place than we found it.
We recognize the impact the fashion industry has on the world, and we’re dedicated to learning how to be better stewards of the planet. We believe the power of conversation and connection can make real change, and we’re committed to supporting people and organizations doing work that we believe in.
Our passionate leadership team comes from different backgrounds but share a singular goal: to deliver on our promise of comfort and craftsmanship. To work side-by-side in a collaborative, energetic, and creative environment every day, like the family we are.
We welcome everyone — and we mean everyone. We believe a diversity of viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds only serve to make our team stronger, which is why we strongly encourage those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply: BIPOC, women, and people in the LGBTQIA+ community, to name a few. We strive to lead consciously, bravely, and inclusively — and to reflect those values in our work. Employees should embody the five core values of the Faherty team:
Always Innovate
Day One Mentality
All Together
Power of Positivity
Timeless
Remain compassionate. Stay focused. Seek joy. Let’s make the world a better place.
Is this job for you?
Roll up your sleeves and lead the way, partnering with other members of the leadership team to support timely follow-through and execution of company directives & standards. Through advanced planning, time management, team development, and delegation you’ll create an inclusive environment embodying Faherty Brand values & culture. You will provide actionable feedback in the moment to maintain good vibes, inclusion, and directive compliance driving individual & team performance. As well as ensuring a positive representation of the brand by utilizing business tools and market-specific insight to maximize results of the four key areas of the business: People, Sales, Visual Merchandising, and Operations.
What you’ll do:
Sales
Customer Focused
- Create a store environment embodying our core value of Spreading Good Vibes.
- Process in-store sales, returns and exchanges.
Drive Guest Capture & Retention
- Manage client outreach via personalized communication.
- Maintain up-to-date client information, requests and product feedback.
- Assist in the planning & execution of in-store events.
Action Oriented, Drive Results, Resourceful
- Analyze key business metrics to identify performance improvement opportunities.
- Utilize business tools as well as personal market-specific insight to drive results.
Operations
Manage Operational Excellence
- Cash Management - Track and account for cash procedures including, but not limited to: opening & closing cash registers, bank deposits, change orders…etc
- Utilize available resources consistently & effectively.
- Collaborate with Leadership Team for monthly supply orders.
Support in Monthly Store Assessment
- Prepare store & team to ensure the success within your four walls.
- Communicate successes and opportunities to Store Leader.
Visuals
Drive Visual Standards
- Maintain a neat, clean and organized salesfloor & register area.
- Represent and reinforce brand standards in a positive manner through strong visual presentation.
- Help support floor moves based on seasonal roll-outs.
- Partner with the team daily to ensure the floor is fully restocked based on sell-through.
People
Motivate & Inspire
- Uphold & drive goals, fostering a positive atmosphere for all.
- Champion high standards that empower others to excel within the store & company at large.
- Recognize and highlight individual & team performance.
- Communicate effectively.
- Collaborate & builds trust.
Physical Requirements
- Available when we are open for business, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
- Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
What you’ll have:
- Multiple years leadership experience in a similar scope; hi-growth direct to consumer retail brands preferred. Interchangeable with proven record of effectiveness and high performance in an internal role for a minimum of 6 months’ time.
- Omnichannel awareness and the ability to assist in leading a team to provide a seamless customer experience between retail stores and ecommerce platforms.
- Adept with technology and apps, including but not limited to Google Suites and MS office, and familiar with industry-related blogs and feeds.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across a multitude of channels.
- Demonstrated ability to assist a leadership team with coaching and development.
- Proven track record of personal success within a retail business; success is reflective in consistently outpacing individual and team sales and performance goals.
- Passionate about contributing to brand with purpose and demonstrating advocacy through business.
Why us you ask!
- Health benefits
- 401(K) Plan with company match
- Incentives Program
- Commuter Options/Benefits
- Generous employee discount
If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act ("CPRA") in our Notice to California Residents.
A bit about us:
Founded in 2013 by Mike and Alex Faherty and Kerry Docherty, Faherty is a family-run lifestyle and apparel brand fueled by purpose and optimism. Our goal: to build a new American legacy by creating high-quality, sustainably minded, feel-good favorites that will bring you joy to wear.
We feel a deep responsibility to do things differently: to promise comfort without compromising quality. To hold ourselves to a higher standard with a lower environmental impact. To leave the world a better place than we found it.
We recognize the impact the fashion industry has on the world, and we’re dedicated to learning how to be better stewards of the planet. We believe the power of conversation and connection can make real change, and we’re committed to supporting people and organizations doing work that we believe in.
Our passionate leadership team comes from different backgrounds but share a singular goal: to deliver on our promise of comfort and craftsmanship. To work side-by-side in a collaborative, energetic, and creative environment every day, like the family we are.
We welcome everyone — and we mean everyone. We believe a diversity of viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds only serve to make our team stronger, which is why we strongly encourage those from historically and systemically marginalized communities to apply: BIPOC, women, and people in the LGBTQIA+ community, to name a few. We strive to lead consciously, bravely, and inclusively — and to reflect those values in our work. Employees should embody the five core values of the Faherty team:
Always Innovate
Day One Mentality
All Together
Power of Positivity
Timeless
Remain compassionate. Stay focused. Seek joy. Let’s make the world a better place.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Sales Lead
Target STEM OPT-eligible industries
Sales Lead roles at technology, software, and engineering companies often qualify for STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM field. These employers file H-1B visa petitions regularly, making them stronger long-term sponsorship prospects than traditional retail or non-tech sectors.
Clarify your OPT end date early
Bring up your OPT authorization timeline before the offer stage, not after. Employers need time to evaluate sponsorship feasibility. Knowing your exact expiration date lets hiring managers plan around cap-gap protection or a future H-1B petition without being caught off guard.
Emphasize revenue impact in your application
Sales Lead roles are hired on outcomes. Quantify pipeline generated, team quota attainment, or accounts closed in your resume. Employers weighing sponsorship costs against candidate value respond to concrete numbers, not general descriptions of leadership or relationship management responsibilities.
Confirm the role qualifies under your OPT category
Your OPT must be directly related to your degree field. A Sales Lead role at a tech company may qualify under a business or marketing degree, but verify with your DSO before accepting. Misalignment between the role and your field of study can jeopardize your status.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship history, not just willingness
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before understand the process and costs. Ask whether they have sponsored similar roles previously. Past sponsorship behavior is a stronger signal than a recruiter saying they are open to it in principle.
Time applications around H-1B filing windows
H-1B registration opens in March each year. If your OPT expires in late 2025 or 2026, you need an offer in place well before March to give your employer enough time to prepare the petition and file before the lottery deadline.
Sales Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Sales Lead on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A Sales Lead position at a technology or SaaS company typically qualifies under business, marketing, or management degrees. Confirm the fit with your DSO before accepting an offer, since your employment must align with your field of study to remain in valid OPT status.
Do Sales Lead employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
It depends heavily on the industry. Sales Lead roles at technology, software, and enterprise SaaS companies sponsor H-1B petitions far more frequently than those in retail, hospitality, or traditional sales environments. Searching on Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly and sponsorship-open employers, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking later.
Does a Sales Lead role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
The role itself does not determine STEM OPT eligibility. Your degree does. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field and the Sales Lead position is at a company enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO and verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment before applying for the extension.
What happens to my Sales Lead job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before April 1 of the relevant cap year and your OPT expires on or after April 1, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working as a Sales Lead without interruption during that window, provided your employer filed before the deadline and your F-1 status was otherwise maintained.
How do I find Sales Lead jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job postings do not specify OPT eligibility, which makes filtering difficult. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Sales Lead roles at employers who are open to work authorization sponsorship. Filtering by OPT status upfront avoids the frustration of advancing through interviews only to learn the company does not sponsor.