Yankee Candle-Retail Seasonal Sales Associate - National Harbor, MD

Newell Brands•National Harbor, MD

8d•$17 - $23

About The Position

The Retail Seasonal Sales Associate helps deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth at Yankee Candle. The role focuses on creating a welcoming store environment, understanding guest needs through product knowledge, building customer relationships and loyalty, and maintaining the store according to company visual standards. The associate also supports the Store Manager and team, assists with inventory and expense control, follows safety and loss-prevention practices, and works toward Key Performance Indicator goals.

Requirements

High school completion or equivalent GED.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Proven retail experience; 1 or more years preferred.

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, maximize sales potential, and build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
Promote guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Maintain the store's appearance in accordance with 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.