Yankee Candle - Retail Sales Associate-Woodstock, GA

Newell Brands•Woodstock, VT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Sales Associate helps deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth at a Yankee Candle retail store. The role involves understanding guest needs through product knowledge, building customer relationships and loyalty, supporting store presentation and operations, and contributing to a positive, high-performing team. The associate follows company selling strategies, visual standards, safety measures, loss prevention practices, policies, and Code of Ethics while working toward key performance indicator goals.

Requirements

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 experience in a retail environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create 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 the Rewards Loyalty program and drive guest loyalty through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
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 Code of Ethics.
Strive to achieve or exceed KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.