Retail Jobs in California with H-1B Sponsorship
Retail H-1B sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated in the state's major metro areas, with employers like Apple, Gap, and Sephora sponsoring roles in merchandising, supply chain, and data analytics. California's scale as the largest retail market in the U.S. means sponsoring employers span specialty retail, luxury, and e-commerce operations.
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INTRODUCTION
Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Design Consultant maximizes sales and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience. This individual is an enthusiastic representative of the Arhaus brand. Design Consultants utilize our selling model to close transactions and are responsible for conducting business according to all company standards, policies, and procedures. The Design Consultant supports an exceptional guest experience at all times.
As a Design Consultant, you will be providing customer service and space planning assistance, as well as maintaining a sales-driven focus.
If this sounds like the type of environment that you would thrive in, we invite you to apply for our open Full-Time position at our showroom at our NEW Showroom in Pasadena!
- Meets required monthly sales and productivity standards
- Continually develops enhanced selling behaviors according to our selling model
- Demonstrates strong product knowledge
- Maintains a guest book to organize, generate, and cultivate business
- Performs proactive and consistent follow-up with all guests before and after the sale and at delivery
- Works to improve performance based on feedback provided by store management
- Promptly solves guest concerns
- Performs all opening and closing duties as directed
- Accurately performs all systems functions and maintains operational standards
- Responsible for recording all hours worked
- Reviews and acts upon all email and company communications
- Participates in weekly one-on-ones and team meetings
- Works in collaboration with all team members
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Driven to achieve sales goals
- Demonstrates knowledge and passion for company products and services
- Strong organizational, time management, technological, and communication skills
- Works well independently and collaboratively
- Ability to deliver high-quality guest relations
- Sales skills, sense of design or related experience preferred
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Flexible schedule that meets the needs of the business (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)
COMPENSATION
- $37,529 (lowest hourly base) - $350,000 annual
- Includes minimum hourly base plus commission and (if achieved) Monthly Sales Incentives and Quarterly Bonuses
- Commission (plan is tiered and UNLIMITED) is paid on net WRITTEN sales for the calendar month and is based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, store volume, and location
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Exceptional advancement opportunities
- Competitive earnings, bonus opportunities, and generous employee discount
- Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits (offerings differ between full-time and part-time status)
- Flex spending plan
- 401K retirement program and 529 college savings plan
- Paid vacations and holidays (Full-time employees only)
Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.
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INTRODUCTION
Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Design Consultant maximizes sales and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience. This individual is an enthusiastic representative of the Arhaus brand. Design Consultants utilize our selling model to close transactions and are responsible for conducting business according to all company standards, policies, and procedures. The Design Consultant supports an exceptional guest experience at all times.
As a Design Consultant, you will be providing customer service and space planning assistance, as well as maintaining a sales-driven focus.
If this sounds like the type of environment that you would thrive in, we invite you to apply for our open Full-Time position at our showroom at our NEW Showroom in Pasadena!
- Meets required monthly sales and productivity standards
- Continually develops enhanced selling behaviors according to our selling model
- Demonstrates strong product knowledge
- Maintains a guest book to organize, generate, and cultivate business
- Performs proactive and consistent follow-up with all guests before and after the sale and at delivery
- Works to improve performance based on feedback provided by store management
- Promptly solves guest concerns
- Performs all opening and closing duties as directed
- Accurately performs all systems functions and maintains operational standards
- Responsible for recording all hours worked
- Reviews and acts upon all email and company communications
- Participates in weekly one-on-ones and team meetings
- Works in collaboration with all team members
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Driven to achieve sales goals
- Demonstrates knowledge and passion for company products and services
- Strong organizational, time management, technological, and communication skills
- Works well independently and collaboratively
- Ability to deliver high-quality guest relations
- Sales skills, sense of design or related experience preferred
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Flexible schedule that meets the needs of the business (including evenings, weekends, and holidays)
COMPENSATION
- $37,529 (lowest hourly base) - $350,000 annual
- Includes minimum hourly base plus commission and (if achieved) Monthly Sales Incentives and Quarterly Bonuses
- Commission (plan is tiered and UNLIMITED) is paid on net WRITTEN sales for the calendar month and is based on several factors including, but not limited to, experience, store volume, and location
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
- Exceptional advancement opportunities
- Competitive earnings, bonus opportunities, and generous employee discount
- Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits (offerings differ between full-time and part-time status)
- Flex spending plan
- 401K retirement program and 529 college savings plan
- Paid vacations and holidays (Full-time employees only)
Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.
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Which retail companies in California sponsor H-1B visas?
Large California-based retailers with a history of H-1B sponsorship include Gap Inc., Apple Retail, Sephora, Ross Stores, and Levi Strauss. E-commerce operations tied to retail, such as those run by tech-adjacent companies headquartered in the Bay Area, also file H-1B petitions for retail-facing roles in analytics, merchandising, and operations. Sponsorship activity is most consistent at enterprise-level companies with dedicated HR and legal teams.
Which cities in California have the most retail H-1B sponsorship jobs?
San Francisco and the broader Bay Area see the highest concentration of retail H-1B roles, driven by corporate headquarters for Gap, Apple, and several e-commerce brands. Los Angeles follows closely, particularly for fashion, luxury retail, and consumer goods companies with West Coast offices. San Jose and San Diego also appear in sponsorship filings, primarily for retail operations and buying roles tied to regional distribution.
What types of retail roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in California?
H-1B sponsorship in retail is generally limited to specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In California, this typically includes roles in merchandise planning, retail analytics, supply chain management, e-commerce product management, and buying. Store-level or general sales associate positions do not qualify. Corporate roles at retailer headquarters, particularly those requiring quantitative or technical degrees, are the most common H-1B-eligible positions.
How do I find retail H-1B sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for verified H-1B sponsorship roles. You can filter directly by state and industry to surface retail H-1B positions in California, which saves significant time compared to manually checking sponsorship history for each employer. Migrate Mate aggregates roles from companies with documented H-1B filing activity, so the listings are relevant to your visa situation from the start.
Are there any California-specific considerations for retail H-1B sponsorship?
California's strong labor protections mean H-1B employers must comply with both federal prevailing wage requirements and state wage laws, whichever sets the higher standard. California also has strict pay transparency requirements, so many sponsoring retailers now publish salary ranges in job postings. The state's dense retail corporate presence means more H-1B-eligible roles exist here than in most other states, but competition for those positions is also high.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B retail jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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