Interim Retail 2nd Assistant Store Manager

Newell Brands; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands in Akron, OH is seeking an Interim 2nd Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences and profitable sales growth. The role emphasizes building a strong team, coaching staff, and maintaining store standards to reflect our brand values.

The position requires prior retail management experience, leadership, and the ability to work flexible hours in a fragrance-filled environment, with a focus on customer engagement and operational

Qualifications

• High School completion or GED required.
• 2+ years retail management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends/holidays.
• Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building a high-performing team that reflects brand values.
• Onboarding and development of team members.
• Performance management of HR-related situations.
• Motivate, inspire, and retain top talent.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
• Deliver exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth.
• Understand guest needs through product knowledge and emotional connections.
• Implement selling strategies and coaching to selling behaviors.
• Drive guest loyalty via Rewards program and KPIs.
• Maintain store appearance with plan-o-grams, signage and cleanliness.
• Analyze the business and create action plans for effective execution.
• Identify root causes and drive results.
• Ensure clear team communication and align with goals.
• Support inventory management and control expenses.
• Incorporate safety and loss prevention measures; follow policies.
• Aim to meet or exceed KPI goals through planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Retail software

POS systems

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Career Opportunities: Yankee Candle - Interim 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Akron, OH (19226)

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Job Overview

Support the Store Manager in executing the following roles and responsibilities to deliver an exceptional employee and guest experience and drive profitable top-line sales growth.

Responsibilities:

Team Experience:

• Assist in building a high-performing team that represents our Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.
• Contribute to effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
• Recognize and address positive and negative HR-related situations through performance management.
• Assist to motivate, inspire, and retain top talent.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.

Guest Experience:

• Contribute to creating a store environment focused on delivering an exceptional guest experience, driving sales results, and maintaining a safe, inviting shopping and working experience.
• Deliver an emotionally engaging guest experience by understanding guest needs, through product knowledge, and making emotional connections.
• Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies, coaching to selling behaviors, and maximizing the Guest Sales Leader role.
• Drive guest loyalty through the Rewards Loyalty program, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Best Guest communication, and Grass Roots Marketing.
• Build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
• Maintain store appearance by implementing company visual standards through flawless execution of plan-o-grams, effective planning, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.

Operational Experience:

• Assist in analyzing the business, creating clear action plans that ensure effective execution of all operational activities.
• Assist in identifying root causes and help create effective action plans that drive results.
• Ensure clear, effective team communication that creates understanding and alignment.
• 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 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 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.
• 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. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.