Retail OPT Jobs in California
Retail F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated at major employers like Apple, Gap Inc., Sephora, and Levi Strauss, all headquartered in the state. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose offer the highest density of qualifying roles, particularly in merchandising, e-commerce operations, and retail analytics where a degree-related connection supports OPT eligibility.
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Headquartered in Los Angeles, Beyond Yoga is a premium active lifestyle brand, female-founded, LA born and bred. Founded in 2005 and grounded in the value of body positivity, Beyond Yoga creates clothing from luxuriously soft, easy to care for fabrics in styles that serve a broad range of workouts and activities. The brand has over 1,218 wholesale accounts across U.S. and international markets and continues to strengthen its market presence through an expanding brick-and-mortar footprint nationwide. Its strong fan base is fueled by enthusiasts of its signature Spacedye fabric and lifestyle essentials including outerwear, lifestyle pants, fleece and beyond. Beyond Yoga seeks to inspire growth in mind, body and in connection with community.
In September 2021, we joined Levi Strauss & Co., one of the world’s largest brand-name apparel companies and a global leader in jeanswear. Beyond Yoga benefits from our relationship with LS&Co.’s global capabilities.
You will report to the Senior Merchandiser of Women's and help develop and execute merchandising strategies for the women's DTC channels. You will help build compelling assortments and support day-to-day merchandising operations that drive sales, maximize inventory productivity, and delight our customers. You are collaborative, detail-oriented, consumer-obsessed, and passionate about bringing the Beyond Yoga brand to life in physical retail environments.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Merchandising & Assortment Support:
- Help create assortment strategies that reflect sales trends and product opportunities.
- Support in-season management by analyzing sales performance data and making recommendations on replenishment, chase, and markdown opportunities.
- Support in-season management by analyzing store performance data and making recommendations on replenishment, chase, and markdown opportunities.
Sample Management:
- Ensure sample accuracy, organization, and availability for store floor sets, line reviews, and merchant meetings.
- Ensure sample inventory is maintained and organized.
Operational Merchandising Responsibilities:
- Maintain product data accuracy in all systems, including SKU setup, pricing, attributes, and seasonal updates.
- Attend CFT meetings and be the point of contact for tracking and communicating product launches, deliveries, and merchandising priorities to cross-functional partners.
- Maintain line plans & various merchandising tools for DTC Womens, ensuring accuracy in style, color, and size flow.
Market, Trend & Competitor Insights:
- Conduct regular market research—store visits, competitive shops, trend analysis—to support assortment recommendations.
- Monitor emerging trends in activewear and lifestyle retail and bring insights to the merchandising team.
Reporting & Administrative Support:
- Utilize Excel functions and merchandising software to conduct data analysis.
- Prepare weekly and seasonal product performance reports to support business recaps and strategy discussions.
- Help prepare materials for line reviews, hindsight meetings, and cross-functional presentations.
- Provide general administrative support to the merchandising organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
- 2+ years of merchandising experience in retail or apparel.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Passion for product, retail, and understanding the customer.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
LOCATION
USA, Culver City, Beyond Yoga HQ
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 12/08/2026.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $69,000 - $80,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
LI-hybrid
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
INTRODUCTION
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Beyond Yoga is a premium active lifestyle brand, female-founded, LA born and bred. Founded in 2005 and grounded in the value of body positivity, Beyond Yoga creates clothing from luxuriously soft, easy to care for fabrics in styles that serve a broad range of workouts and activities. The brand has over 1,218 wholesale accounts across U.S. and international markets and continues to strengthen its market presence through an expanding brick-and-mortar footprint nationwide. Its strong fan base is fueled by enthusiasts of its signature Spacedye fabric and lifestyle essentials including outerwear, lifestyle pants, fleece and beyond. Beyond Yoga seeks to inspire growth in mind, body and in connection with community.
In September 2021, we joined Levi Strauss & Co., one of the world’s largest brand-name apparel companies and a global leader in jeanswear. Beyond Yoga benefits from our relationship with LS&Co.’s global capabilities.
You will report to the Senior Merchandiser of Women's and help develop and execute merchandising strategies for the women's DTC channels. You will help build compelling assortments and support day-to-day merchandising operations that drive sales, maximize inventory productivity, and delight our customers. You are collaborative, detail-oriented, consumer-obsessed, and passionate about bringing the Beyond Yoga brand to life in physical retail environments.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Merchandising & Assortment Support:
- Help create assortment strategies that reflect sales trends and product opportunities.
- Support in-season management by analyzing sales performance data and making recommendations on replenishment, chase, and markdown opportunities.
- Support in-season management by analyzing store performance data and making recommendations on replenishment, chase, and markdown opportunities.
Sample Management:
- Ensure sample accuracy, organization, and availability for store floor sets, line reviews, and merchant meetings.
- Ensure sample inventory is maintained and organized.
Operational Merchandising Responsibilities:
- Maintain product data accuracy in all systems, including SKU setup, pricing, attributes, and seasonal updates.
- Attend CFT meetings and be the point of contact for tracking and communicating product launches, deliveries, and merchandising priorities to cross-functional partners.
- Maintain line plans & various merchandising tools for DTC Womens, ensuring accuracy in style, color, and size flow.
Market, Trend & Competitor Insights:
- Conduct regular market research—store visits, competitive shops, trend analysis—to support assortment recommendations.
- Monitor emerging trends in activewear and lifestyle retail and bring insights to the merchandising team.
Reporting & Administrative Support:
- Utilize Excel functions and merchandising software to conduct data analysis.
- Prepare weekly and seasonal product performance reports to support business recaps and strategy discussions.
- Help prepare materials for line reviews, hindsight meetings, and cross-functional presentations.
- Provide general administrative support to the merchandising organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
- 2+ years of merchandising experience in retail or apparel.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Passion for product, retail, and understanding the customer.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
LOCATION
USA, Culver City, Beyond Yoga HQ
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 12/08/2026.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $69,000 - $80,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
LI-hybrid
EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
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Search Retail Jobs in CaliforniaRetail OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which retail companies in California sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
California-headquartered retailers including Apple Retail, Gap Inc., Sephora Americas, Levi Strauss, and Ross Stores have established OPT hiring patterns, particularly for roles in merchandising, supply chain, and retail technology. Larger national chains operating extensively in California, such as Target and Nordstrom, also regularly hire F-1 OPT candidates for corporate and store-adjacent roles that connect to a degree field.
Which California cities have the most retail F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead for corporate retail roles, given the concentration of retail headquarters and e-commerce operations there. Los Angeles follows closely, driven by fashion retail, luxury brands, and a large consumer market. San Jose and Sacramento also have meaningful retail employment, particularly in operations and technology-adjacent roles within large retail chains.
What types of retail roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in California?
F-1 OPT authorizes work directly related to your degree field, so qualifying retail roles typically include merchandise planning, retail analytics, supply chain coordination, marketing, and e-commerce management rather than general sales floor positions. California's concentration of retail corporate offices means these degree-required roles are more accessible here than in states with fewer retail headquarters.
How do I find retail F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international students and visa holders, filtering listings to show California retail employers that have sponsored F-1 OPT candidates. Rather than sifting through general job postings, you can search by visa type and industry to surface roles where OPT sponsorship is a realistic expectation, saving time during a period when your work authorization timeline matters.
Are there California-specific considerations for F-1 OPT retail sponsorship?
California's strong employment laws and large international student population from schools like UCLA, USC, and UC Berkeley mean retail employers in the state are generally more familiar with OPT work authorization than employers in smaller markets. However, OPT authorization is time-limited, and roles must align with your degree field to remain compliant, regardless of what a California employer is willing to offer.