Yankee Candle - Retail 2nd Assistant Manager - Mansfield, MA

Yankee Candle - Retail 2nd Assistant Manager - Mansfield, MA

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, Sharpie, and Yankee Candle, and 24,000 talented teammates worldwide. Our culture is built on values in action: integrity, teamwork, passion for winning, ownership, and leadership. We work together to grow, make a real impact, and support a high‑performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best every day.

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.

• Assist in building a high‑performing team that reflects Newell Brand values: passion for winning, integrity, leadership, ownership, and teamwork.
• Contribute to onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
• Recognize and address positive and negative HR‑related situations through performance management.
• Motivate, inspire, and retain top talent.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.

• Help create 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, KPIs, best guest communication, and grass‑roots marketing.
• Build lasting customer relationships to enhance loyalty.
• Maintain store appearance through visual standards, plan‑o‑grams, effective planning, visual maintenance, signage, and store cleanliness.

• Assist in analyzing the business, creating clear action plans that ensure effective execution of all operational activities.
• Help identify root causes and create action plans that generate 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 KPI goals through strategic planning, effective execution, and continuous performance improvement.

• 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.
• Proficiency in retail software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Solution‑oriented mindset.
• Must be able to work in a fragrance‑filled environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

The Massachusetts base pay range for this position is from $15.80 to $19.75 per hour. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the required skills.

Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Sales and Business Development

Manufacturing