Seasonal Candle Sales Associate – Weekend & Holiday Flex

Newell Brands; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a part-time Seasonal Retail Sales Associate in Merrillville, IN. You will contribute to a welcoming store environment, engage with guests using product knowledge, and drive sales through effective selling strategies while building lasting relationships.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a fragrance-filled setting. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and ownership.

Qualifications

• High School completion or 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 KPIs.
• Assist in maintaining store appearance by following company visual standards, including plan-o-grams, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.
• 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 KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School completion or GED

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a part-time Seasonal Retail Sales Associate in Merrillville, IN. You will contribute to a welcoming store environment, engage with guests using product knowledge, and drive sales through effective selling strategies while building lasting relationships.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a fragrance-filled setting. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and ownership.