Yankee Candle - Seasonal 2nd Assistant - St Augustine, FL

Newell Brands; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Yankee Candle – Retail 2nd Assistant Manager at Newell Brands seeks a store leader to drive sales and guest satisfaction. You will help build and coach a high-performing team, ensure excellent store standards, and support inventory and loss prevention in a fragrance-rich environment.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with availability to work weekends and holidays in a on-site retail setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years retail management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering exceptional guest experience and driving sales.
• Lead and develop a high-performing store team.
• Coach and motivate staff; address HR-related situations.
• Ensure store appearance and adherence to visual standards.
• Support inventory management and loss prevention.
• Analyze business performance and implement action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Retail software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 18280

Alternate Locations:

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 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.

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.

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.