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Product Development Manager roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from consumer goods, tech, and manufacturing companies that need degree-qualified leaders overseeing product lifecycles. Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's in engineering, business, or a related field, with several years of cross-functional product experience. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager based out of Cerritos, CA. Steiner is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of welding and industrial protective products in the United States. The Senior Product Development Manager is responsible for leading technical product development while incorporating feedback and input from customers, partners and in-house teams on product strategy and finding ways to expand product market reach. Managing the projects will require project management experience including building Gantt charts, leading cross-functional teams and knowledge of project management principles.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership role in managing the stage-gate innovation and development process as it relates to product development and project management.
- Lead technical product development in connection with strategic sourcing and supplier resources.
- Current knowledge of key categories of primary focus: gloves, safety apparel, welding screens, accessories and packaging.
- Lead new product development initiatives from inception to introduction.
- Deliver products on time and on budget according to design and the strategic plan for the company.
- Forecast business needs based on experience, research, and feedback from the Sales department.
- Lead product development through the entire process to include design, development of specifications, packaging, production, supply chain, business case profitability analysis, market potential analysis (size, target share, profitability, competition), brand strategy, product mix analysis, market pricing strategy, market research, compliance, and roll-out campaign support.
- Support sales efforts and work with current and potential customers to grow the business on a continuous basis.
- Deliver cost and quality targets for all projects and accomplish results through strong cross-functional relationships and leadership.
- Manage brand equity and value proposition, familiarity with the creation of branding and company style guides.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline required
- Certified Project Manager preferred
- Experience with overseas suppliers
- Must be flexible in managing constantly changing priorities and dealing comfortably with ambiguity
- Product development experience in glove and garment personal protective equipment preferred
- Demonstrated experience working with broad based cross-functional teams
- Ability to communicate ideas and concepts to create new products
- Be a self-starter, a highly motivated person able to work in a fast-paced environment that is continually changing
- Strong consumer focus
- Must have a demonstrated strong product quality emphasis
- Ability to monitor multiple projects simultaneously
- Build and maintain relationships effectively across multiple business groups
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills
COMPENSATION
- Steiner Industries' CA salary range: $110K-$125K based on experience, education, and geographic location.
The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
- 401K with generous company match
- Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.
Bunzl North America is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career -- Our Future!
Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.
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INTRODUCTION
Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager based out of Cerritos, CA. Steiner is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of welding and industrial protective products in the United States. The Senior Product Development Manager is responsible for leading technical product development while incorporating feedback and input from customers, partners and in-house teams on product strategy and finding ways to expand product market reach. Managing the projects will require project management experience including building Gantt charts, leading cross-functional teams and knowledge of project management principles.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership role in managing the stage-gate innovation and development process as it relates to product development and project management.
- Lead technical product development in connection with strategic sourcing and supplier resources.
- Current knowledge of key categories of primary focus: gloves, safety apparel, welding screens, accessories and packaging.
- Lead new product development initiatives from inception to introduction.
- Deliver products on time and on budget according to design and the strategic plan for the company.
- Forecast business needs based on experience, research, and feedback from the Sales department.
- Lead product development through the entire process to include design, development of specifications, packaging, production, supply chain, business case profitability analysis, market potential analysis (size, target share, profitability, competition), brand strategy, product mix analysis, market pricing strategy, market research, compliance, and roll-out campaign support.
- Support sales efforts and work with current and potential customers to grow the business on a continuous basis.
- Deliver cost and quality targets for all projects and accomplish results through strong cross-functional relationships and leadership.
- Manage brand equity and value proposition, familiarity with the creation of branding and company style guides.
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline required
- Certified Project Manager preferred
- Experience with overseas suppliers
- Must be flexible in managing constantly changing priorities and dealing comfortably with ambiguity
- Product development experience in glove and garment personal protective equipment preferred
- Demonstrated experience working with broad based cross-functional teams
- Ability to communicate ideas and concepts to create new products
- Be a self-starter, a highly motivated person able to work in a fast-paced environment that is continually changing
- Strong consumer focus
- Must have a demonstrated strong product quality emphasis
- Ability to monitor multiple projects simultaneously
- Build and maintain relationships effectively across multiple business groups
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills
COMPENSATION
- Steiner Industries' CA salary range: $110K-$125K based on experience, education, and geographic location.
The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
- 401K with generous company match
- Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks.
Bunzl North America is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… Your Career -- Our Future!
Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.
Please click here to view the California Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy
Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Development Manager
Target industries with high sponsorship rates
Consumer electronics, medical devices, and enterprise software consistently sponsor Product Development Managers. These industries rely on specialized talent pipelines and have established immigration programs, making visa sponsorship a routine part of their hiring process.
Align your degree to the role explicitly
H-1B specialty occupation approval depends on your degree matching the role. Engineering, product management, or business degrees strengthen your petition. If your degree is in an adjacent field, documented coursework in product development or technology reinforces the connection for USCIS reviewers.
Emphasize cross-functional leadership in your resume
Sponsoring employers need evidence that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Highlighting ownership of product roadmaps, engineering collaboration, and P&L responsibility demonstrates the complexity that distinguishes this role from general management positions in USCIS petitions.
Ask about sponsorship timelines before accepting offers
H-1B cap-subject petitions are filed once per year, with the lottery typically in March. If you're starting a new job outside cap-exempt status, confirm your employer understands the timeline and has prior sponsorship experience before committing to an offer.
Cap-exempt employers can sponsor year-round
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government-affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B cap. Product Development Manager roles at these institutions can be sponsored at any time of year, without waiting for the annual lottery window.
Document your product impact with metrics
Strong H-1B petitions include specific evidence of the role's specialized nature. Quantifying outcomes like revenue growth, product launch timelines, or cost reductions helps your employer's attorney build a compelling specialty occupation argument tied directly to your qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Product Development Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the petition needs to establish that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. USCIS scrutinizes management titles closely. Strong petitions tie the job duties to specialized knowledge in engineering, product design, or a technical discipline, and show that a degree in that specific field is an industry-standard requirement for the position.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me as a Product Development Manager?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial design, business administration with a technology focus, or a closely related field. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between your degree and the role's duties. A general business degree may be sufficient if the job description emphasizes technical product development, but engineering or STEM degrees typically make for stronger H-1B visa petitions in this role.
How do I find Product Development Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find Product Development Manager openings where employers are actively willing to sponsor. Standard job boards don't filter reliably for sponsorship intent, so you often spend significant time applying to roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate surfaces listings from employers with verified sponsorship history, which narrows your search to realistic opportunities.
Are Product Development Manager H-1B petitions commonly approved?
Approval rates are moderate, with the main risk factor being the specialty occupation determination rather than the lottery. USCIS has issued RFEs for management-titled roles that lack clear ties to a specialized degree. Petitions filed by experienced immigration attorneys, with detailed job duty descriptions and evidence of degree requirements across the industry, have significantly better outcomes than templated filings.
Can I switch employers as a Product Development Manager while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, provided your prior H-1B was properly maintained and the new petition is filed before your current status expires. The new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Product Development Manager jobs?
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.