Yankee Candle- Retail Seasonal 2nd Assistant Manager- Oshkosh, WI

Yankee Candle - Retail Seasonal 2nd Assistant Manager - Oshkosh, WI

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle®.

Support the Store Manager in executing activities to deliver an exceptional employee and guest experience and drive profitable top‑line sales growth. Position is for an interim/seasonal basis.

• Assist in building a high-performing team that represents our Newell Brand Values:
  Passion for Winning, Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, and Teamwork.
• Assist with effective onboarding and ongoing development of team members.
• Recognize and address positive and negative HR‑related situations through performance management.
• Provide coaching and foster a positive work environment.
• Contribute to creating a store environment focused on delivering an exceptional guest 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 leveraging 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‑ograms, 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.
• 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.

• 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.