Olive Jobs
Newell Brands logo

Yankee Candle - Seasonal Sales Associate - Hamburg, NY

Newell Brands

Hamburg, NYTemporary$16–20/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
Evaluate my fit

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

Don't just apply. Show up ready.

Olive works from this exact posting — no sign-up to start.

Evaluate your fitSee where you stand — strengths, gaps, and what to fix first.Get started →Tailor your résuméRewritten against this posting, with a diff of every change.Get started →Practice the interviewA voice mock interview built from this job description.Get started →

At a glance

Compensation
$16–20/hr
Location
Hamburg, NY
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Newell Brands is hiring a Yankee Candle - Seasonal Sales Associate - Hamburg, NY. The Sales Associate will execute roles to deliver an exceptional guest experience and drive sales growth, contributing to a welcoming store environment, understanding guest needs, and maximizing sales through company strategies and loyalty programs.

Key focus areas include Contribute to creating a welcoming store environment focused on delivering an exceptional guest experience, Understand guest needs through product knowledge and make emotional connections, and Maximize sales potential by implementing company selling strategies and building lasting customer relationships.

Successful candidates bring High School Completion Or Equivalent GED, Ability To Work In Fragrance-Filled Environment, and Ability To Work Flexible Hours. Important skills include Communication, Interpersonal Abilities, Customer Relationships, Guest Loyalty, Rewards Loyalty Program, and KPIs. Preferred (not required): Product Knowledge, Selling Strategies, Building Customer Relationships, and Visual Standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal AbilitiesProduct KnowledgeSelling StrategiesBuilding Customer RelationshipsVisual StandardsCollaborationInventory ManagementLoss PreventionStrategic ThinkingPerformance ImprovementCustomer RelationshipsGuest LoyaltyRewards Loyalty ProgramKPIsPlan-O-GramsVisual MaintenanceStore CleanlinessEffective CommunicationControl ExpensesSafetyStrong Communication

Qualifications

High School Completion or Equivalent GEDAble to Work in Fragrance-Filled EnvironmentAbility to Work Flexible Hours1+ Years Retail Environment Experience

Full job description

Job ID: 16376

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.

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.

  • “The New York base pay range for this position is from $16.00 to $20. 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.

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.

Evaluate my fit