Yankee Candle - Seasonal 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Geneva, IL

Newell Brands•Geneva, AL

17h•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The 2nd Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional employee and guest experience and driving profitable sales growth. The role helps build, develop, motivate, and retain a high-performing team; contributes to an emotionally engaging guest experience and customer loyalty; maintains store presentation and cleanliness; and supports operational planning, inventory management, expense control, safety, and loss prevention. The position is seasonal and based at the Yankee Candle store in Geneva, Illinois.

Requirements

High school completion or equivalent GED.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical skills.
Solution-oriented.
Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a retail management role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in building a high-performing team that represents Newell Brand Values.
Contribute to effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
Recognize and address positive and negative HR-related situations through performance management.
Assist in motivating, inspiring, and retaining top talent.
Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
Help create a store environment focused on an exceptional guest experience, sales results, and a safe, inviting shopping and working experience.
Deliver an emotionally engaging guest experience by understanding guest needs, applying product knowledge, and making emotional connections.
Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies, coaching selling behaviors, and maximizing the Guest Sales Leader role.
Drive guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program, KPIs, Best Guest communication, and Grass Roots Marketing.
Build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
Maintain store appearance by executing visual standards, plan-o-grams, planning, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.
Assist in analyzing the business and creating action plans for effective execution of operational activities.
Assist in identifying root causes and creating action plans that drive results.
Ensure clear and effective team communication that creates understanding and alignment.
Support inventory management activities and control expenses.
Incorporate safety and loss prevention measures into daily activities and follow company policies and the Code of Ethics.
Achieve or exceed KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.