Yankee Candle - Seasonal 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Fairview Heights, IL

Newell Brands•Fairview Heights, IL

6d•$15 - $19

About The Position

The 2nd Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional employee and guest experience and driving profitable top-line sales growth. The role contributes to team development and performance, guest engagement and loyalty, sales execution, store presentation, and effective store operations. It also supports inventory management, expense control, safety, and loss prevention while helping the store consistently achieve or exceed KPI goals.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in a retail management role; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

Help build a high-performing team that reflects Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.
Contribute to effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
Recognize and address positive and negative HR-related situations through performance management.
Help motivate, inspire, and retain top talent; coach team members and foster a positive work environment.
Help create a store environment that delivers an exceptional guest experience, drives sales, and provides a safe, inviting shopping and working experience.
Understand guest needs, use product knowledge, and make emotional connections to deliver an engaging guest experience.
Maximize sales 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.
Help identify root causes and create action plans that drive results.
Ensure clear and effective team communication that builds understanding and alignment.
Support inventory management and expense control.
Apply safety and loss prevention measures in daily activities and follow company policies and the Code of Ethics.
Consistently achieve or exceed KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.