Yankee Candle - Seasonal Sales Associate - Oshawa, on

NEWELL; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company in Oshawa is seeking a retail associate to enhance guest experience and drive sales. Responsibilities include fostering a welcoming environment, implementing sales strategies, and supporting inventory management. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, prior retail experience, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends. The role emphasizes teamwork and guest loyalty through effective relationship building and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a retail environment (1+ years preferred).
• Must be able to work in a fragrance‑filled environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to creating a welcoming store environment focused on delivering guest experience.
• Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies.
• Support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Ability to work flexible hours

Education

High School completion or equivalent GED

Job description

Job ID: 7259

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Job Overview

Execute the following roles and responsibilities to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth.

Responsibilities:

Guest Experience:

• 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‑ograms, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.

Team Experience:

• Support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team that represents Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.
• Foster a positive work environment through teamwork and effective communication.

Operational Experience:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well‑known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.