Retail 2nd Assistant Manager: Lead & Inspire Store Team

Newell Brands; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Yankee Candle – Retail 2nd Assistant Manager in Knoxville, TN is a part-time role supporting the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive profitable sales growth. You will help build a high‑performing team, coach staff, and uphold Newell Brands values in a fragrance-rich store environment.

Responsibilities include onboarding, coaching, inventory support, and ensuring safety, visual standards, and KPI targets are met while maintaining a welcoming, energetic store

Qualifications

• High School completion or 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 attitude.
• Must be able to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in building a high-performing team.
• Support onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
• Address HR-related situations through performance management.
• Motivate, inspire, and retain top talent.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth.
• Maintain store appearance and visual standards.
• Assist in analyzing the business and creating action plans.
• Support inventory management and loss prevention.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Fragrance environment

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yankee Candle – Retail 2nd Assistant Manager in Knoxville, TN is a part-time role supporting the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive profitable sales growth. You will help build a high‑performing team, coach staff, and uphold Newell Brands values in a fragrance-rich store environment.

Responsibilities include onboarding, coaching, inventory support, and ensuring safety, visual standards, and KPI targets are met while maintaining a welcoming, energetic store