Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

JOB SUMMARY:

Does the thrill of seeing a customer walk out the door with a smile on their face make you smile? Then a position at Yankee Candle could be right for you.

The Retail Sales associate will provide general customer assistance in a timely and courteous manner within an assigned store section. You will offer assistance with merchandise selections, suggesting complimentary items, colors, candle types, scents, accessories, etc. to meet customer’s apparent needs.

Responsibilities:

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  Greet customers in a pleasant and friendly manner.

  
  


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  Maintain current knowledge of product, merchandise, store and company information.

  
  


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  Provide high quality and informed customer assistance.

  
  


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  Provide a fun and interactive shopping experience.

  
  

Qualifications:

• Previous experience providing excellent customer service.


• Ability to assist with any store cleaning/restocking to keep store appearance at expected levels.


• Great attitude and willingness to learn.


• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are required.


• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.


• Flexibility to work later hours in the evening is required when our retail store hours increase.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Retail or Customer Service experience is preferred.


• Safety Awareness and thorough knowledge of lifting procedures. Ability to lift 25 to 35 pounds from floor to waist level on a regular basis.


• Ability to operate computerized cash register system.

Hours:

Various hours and days.