Fragrance Retail Leader: 2nd Assistant Store Manager

Newell Brands; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a 2nd Assistant Store Manager for Yankee Candle in Manchester, NH. You will support the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience, drive sales, and lead a high-performing team in a fragrance-rich environment.

You will coach staff, manage onboarding, and ensure store standards, visual merchandising, and customer engagement align with company selling strategies. Flexible weekend/holiday hours are required.

Qualifications

• High School completion or equivalent GED.
• Proven experience in a retail management role (2 years preferred).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Solution-oriented mindset.
• Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in executing roles to deliver exceptional employee and guest experiences and drive profitable top-line sales growth.
• Assist in building a high-performing team and onboarding/development of team members.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
• Create a store environment focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving sales results.
• Understand guest needs through product knowledge and emotional connections to maximize sales.
• Drive guest loyalty through programs, KPIs, and effective communication.
• Maintain store appearance by executing plan-o-grams and visual standards.
• Assist in analyzing the business and creating action plans for operational activities.
• Support inventory management and loss prevention measures.
• Ensure clear team communication and alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Analytical

Fragrance environment

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a 2nd Assistant Store Manager for Yankee Candle in Manchester, NH. You will support the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience, drive sales, and lead a high-performing team in a fragrance-rich environment.

You will coach staff, manage onboarding, and ensure store standards, visual merchandising, and customer engagement align with company selling strategies. Flexible weekend/holiday hours are required.