Yankee Candle - Seasonal Retail Sales Associate - Plainfield, IN

Newell Brands; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Newell Brands' Yankee Candle retail team in Plainfield, IN is seeking a Seasonal Retail Sales Associate to deliver an inviting guest experience and help drive sales in a fragrance-filled environment. This part-time role reports to the Store Manager and supports day-to-day store operations.

You will assist customers with product knowledge, build loyalty through the Rewards program, maintain store appearance, and work with a small team to meet KPI targets while flexible hours including weekends

Qualifications

• High School completion or GED is required.
• 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

• Create 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 applying selling strategies and building loyalty.
• Drive guest loyalty through the Rewards program and KPIs.
• Assist in maintaining store appearance by following visual standards and keeping the store clean.
• Support the Store Manager in building a high-performing team.
• Support inventory management and control expenses; follow safety policies and loss prevention measures.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Fragrance environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

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Yankee Candle - Seasonal Retail Sales Associate - Plainfield, IN

Job Type: Part-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Primary Location:

Plainfield, Indiana, US

Job ID:17998

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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 – Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

Location: Retail Store

Reports To: Store Manager

Company Overview

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

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:

• High School completion or equivalent GED.
• 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.