Yankee Candle - Interim 2nd Assistant - Dawsonville, GA

Newell Brands Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Yankee Candle, part-time Interim 2nd Assistant Manager in Dawsonville, GA, is seeking a hands-on leader to support the Store Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and profitable sales growth. This interim/seasonal role requires onsite presence and strong store leadership.

You will coach the team, onboard new staff, handle performance discussions, and ensure visual standards, inventory control, and safety compliance are maintained.

Qualifications

• Onboarding and developing team members.
• Ability to coach and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• Apply Newell Brand Values in daily leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building a high-performing team representing Newell Brand Values.
• Assist with effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
• Recognize and address HR-related situations through performance management.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
• Contribute to store environment focused on guest experience, sales and safety.
• Deliver emotionally engaging guest experiences through product knowledge and connections.
• Maximize sales by applying company selling strategies and coaching.
• Drive guest loyalty through Rewards program and KPI-driven communication.
• Build lasting customer relationships and maintain store appearance with visual standards.
• Assist in operations: inventory control, safety, and daily execution.

Skills

Team development

Coaching

Performance management

HR handling

Job description

Yankee Candle - Interim 2nd Assistant - Dawsonville, GA

Job Type: Part-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Primary Location: Dawsonville, Georgia, US

Job ID:19539

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.

Position Title: Yankee Candle – Retail Interim 2 nd Assistant Manager

Location: Retail Store

Reports To: Store Manager

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. Position is for an i nterim/seasonal basis.

Responsibilities

Team Experience

Assist in building a high-performing team that represents our Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.

Assist with effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.

Recognize and address positive and negative HR-related situations through performance management.

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.

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.

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.

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.