Seasonal Sales Associate

Newell Brands • Clarksville, TN

76d

About The Position

The Retail Sales Associate at Yankee Candle is responsible for creating a welcoming store environment and delivering an exceptional guest experience. This role involves understanding guest needs through product knowledge, maximizing sales potential, and building lasting customer relationships. The associate will also assist in maintaining store appearance and support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team that embodies Newell Brand Values. Additionally, the associate will engage in inventory management and ensure adherence to safety and loss prevention measures.

Requirements

• High School completion or equivalent GED.
• Proven experience in a retail environment (1+ years preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to creating a welcoming store environment focused on delivering an exceptional guest experience.
• Understand guest needs through product knowledge and make emotional connections.
• Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies and building lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
• Drive guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Assist in maintaining store appearance by following company visual standards, including plan-o-grams, visual maintenance, signage, and store 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 Code of Ethics.
• Consistently strive to achieve or exceed all Key Performance Indicator (KPI) goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees