Yankee Candle Retail-Sales Associate-Thorton,CO

Newell Brands; Colorado; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands in Colorado (Yankee Candle) is seeking a Retail Sales Associate in Thornton to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth. You will apply product knowledge to understand guest needs, connect with customers, and maintain store standards including planograms, signage, and cleanliness.

You will support the Store Manager in building a positive, high-performing team that reflects Newell Brands values.

Qualifications

• Proven retail experience (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 growth.
• Understand guest needs through product knowledge and build customer relationships.
• Assist with store appearance and visual standards (planograms, signage, cleanliness).
• Support inventory management and uphold safety and loss prevention measures.
• Help achieve KPI goals through effective planning and execution.

Skills

Retail experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible hours

Job description

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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 Thorton,CO

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.

“The Colorado base pay range for this position is from $15.16 to $18.95. 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.