Yankee Candle Retail-Seasonal Sales Associate-Tigard, OR

Newell Brands•Tigard, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yankee Candle Retail Seasonal Sales Associate delivers an exceptional guest experience and contributes to sales growth. The role involves understanding guest needs through product knowledge, creating customer connections, applying company selling strategies, and building customer loyalty. The associate also helps maintain store standards, supports the team and Store Manager, assists with inventory and expense control, and follows safety, loss-prevention, and company policies.

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; one or more years is preferred.

Responsibilities

Help create a welcoming store environment and deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Understand guest needs through product knowledge and make emotional connections with guests.
Implement company selling strategies and build lasting customer relationships to maximize sales and enhance loyalty.
Promote the Rewards Loyalty program and use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive guest loyalty.
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 reflects 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.
Work toward achieving or exceeding KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.