Fragrance Retail Lead — Assistant Store Manager

Newell Brands; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Yankee Candle in Manchester, NH is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and driving profitable top-line sales growth.

Responsibilities include building a high-performing team, recruiting and developing talent, scheduling, training, and ensuring store standards. The ideal candidate has retail management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• High School completion or GED.
• 2+ years retail management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Solution-oriented.
• Ability to work in fragrance-filled environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and sales growth.
• Help recruit, hire, onboard, and develop a high-performing team.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and payroll targets.
• Ensure store visuals and housekeeping meet company standards.
• Apply loss prevention, safety, and policy compliance.
• Provide coaching and maintain positive work culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yankee Candle in Manchester, NH is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and driving profitable top-line sales growth.

Responsibilities include building a high-performing team, recruiting and developing talent, scheduling, training, and ensuring store standards. The ideal candidate has retail management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.