Yankee Candle Retail-Sales Associate-Louisville, KY

Newell Brands•Louisville, KY

About The Position

The Yankee Candle Retail Sales Associate helps deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth. The role contributes to a welcoming store environment, uses product knowledge to understand guest needs and build emotional connections, and applies company selling strategies to maximize sales and customer loyalty. The associate supports the Store Manager and team, assists with store appearance and inventory activities, follows safety and loss-prevention measures, and works toward achieving or exceeding key performance indicator goals.

Requirements

Proven experience in a retail environment; 1+ years preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of retail experience.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a welcoming store environment focused on an exceptional guest experience.
Understand guest needs through product knowledge and make emotional connections.
Implement company selling strategies and build lasting customer relationships to maximize sales and enhance loyalty.
Promote guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Help maintain store appearance according to company visual standards, including plan-o-grams, visual maintenance, signage, and cleanliness.
Support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team that represents Newell Brand Values.
Foster a positive work environment through teamwork and effective communication.
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.
Strive to achieve or exceed KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.