Yankee Candle Retail-Seasonal Sales Associate-Durham, NC

Newell Brands•Durham, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Seasonal Sales Associate works in a Yankee Candle retail store and reports to the Store Manager. The role focuses on delivering an exceptional guest experience and driving sales growth through product knowledge, customer relationships, and company selling strategies. The associate also supports the team and store operations, including visual standards, inventory management, safety, and loss prevention.

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

One or more years of experience in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

Help create a welcoming store environment and deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Understand guest needs through product knowledge and build emotional connections.
Use company selling strategies to maximize sales and build lasting customer relationships.
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 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 into daily activities and follow company policies and the Code of Ethics.
Work toward achieving or exceeding KPI goals through planning, execution, and continuous performance improvement.