Yankee Candle-Retail Sales Associate-Simpsonville, KY

Newell Brands; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Newell Brands' Yankee Candle retailer in Simpsonville, KY is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive store sales.

You will assist customers with product knowledge, maintain visual standards, and support inventory and loss prevention while upholding our values. Flexible weekend/holiday hours and comfort in a fragrance-filled environment are required.

Join a collaborative team that values integrity, teamwork, and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• 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

• Deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales.
• Contribute to a welcoming store environment and product knowledge.
• Build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
• Support inventory management and loss prevention.
• Help achieve KPI goals through effective execution.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Fragrance environment tolerance

Flexible hours

Education

1+ years retail experience

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Yankee Candle-Retail Sales Associate-Simpsonville, KY

Job Type: Part-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Primary Location: Simpsonville, Kentucky, US

Job ID:15782

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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 Sales Associate Simpsonville, KY

Location: Retail Store

Reports To: Store Manager

Job Overview:

Execute the following roles and responsibilities to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth.

Responsibilities:

Guest Experience:

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 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Assist in maintaining store appearance by following company visual standards, including plan-o-grams, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.

Team Experience:

Support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team that represents Newell Brand Values: Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.

Foster a positive work environment through teamwork and effective communication.

Operational Experience:

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 Key Performance Indicator (KPI) goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.

Qualifications:

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.

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.