Seasonal Retail 2nd Assistant Store Manager

Newell Brands; Geneva (IL); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Newell Brands in Geneva, IL seeks a Seasonal 2nd Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving profitable top-line sales growth. The role focuses on team leadership, operations, and guest engagement during peak seasons.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, maintaining store appearance, executing company selling strategies, and ensuring safety and loss prevention.

Qualifications

• High School completion or GED (required).
• Proven retail management experience (2 years preferred).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fragrance-filled environment.
• Flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsabilités

• Assist in building a high-performing team aligned with Newell Brand values.
• Create an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth.
• Coach selling behaviors and support the Guest Sales Leader role.
• Maintain store appearance and visual standards (planograms, cleanliness).
• Support inventory management and control expenses.
• Implement safety and loss prevention measures daily.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Team management

Customer service

Coaching

Formation

High School completion or GED

Outils

Microsoft Office

Retail software

Description du poste

Career Opportunities: Yankee Candle - Seasonal 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Geneva, IL (19222)

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.

The IL base pay range for this position is from $15.68 to $19.60. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the skills required for this position.

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.