Yankee Candle - Seasonal Sales Associate - North Canton, OH

Newell Brands•North Canton, OH

About The Position

The Seasonal Sales Associate helps deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth at Yankee Candle. The role supports a welcoming store environment, uses product knowledge to understand guest needs and build emotional connections, and applies company selling strategies to increase sales and customer loyalty. The associate also helps maintain visual standards and store cleanliness, supports the Store Manager and team, and contributes to inventory management, expense control, safety, loss prevention, and achievement of 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

One or more years of experience in a retail environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a welcoming store environment focused on an exceptional guest experience.
Use product knowledge to understand guest needs and make emotional connections.
Apply company selling strategies and build customer relationships to maximize sales and enhance loyalty.
Promote guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program and 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 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.