Yankee Candle - Seasonal Sales Associate - Birch Run, MI

Newell Brands•Birch Run, MI

About The Position

The Seasonal Sales Associate helps deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth at Yankee Candle. The role involves understanding guests’ needs through product knowledge, building customer relationships and loyalty, supporting the store’s visual presentation, and assisting with team and operational activities. Associates support inventory management, follow safety and loss prevention practices, and work toward achieving or exceeding 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.

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 to maximize sales and build lasting customer relationships.
Promote guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program and key performance indicators.
Maintain the store’s 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 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.