Yankee Candle - 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Lombard, IL

Newell Brands; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Newell Brands’ Yankee Candle Lombard store is seeking a 2nd Assistant Store Manager. This part-time, onsite role supports the Store Manager in driving a premier guest experience and profitable sales growth.

You will help recruit, train, and coach a team, address HR matters, and uphold brand standards while maintaining a welcoming store environment and strong visual execution.

Qualifications

• High School completion or GED is required.
• 2+ years in a retail management role is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities required.
• Proficiency with retail software and Microsoft Office needed.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to thrive in a fragrance-filled environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales.
• Help build and onboard a high-performing team aligned with brand values.
• Coach staff, manage performance, and address HR situations as needed.
• Support store operations, inventory control, and loss prevention.
• Ensure merchandising and store appearance meet plan-o-grams and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Team management

Customer focus

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yankee Candle - 2nd Assistant Store Manager - Lombard, IL

Job Type: Part-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Primary Location: Lombard, Illinois, US

Job ID:19154

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.