Description

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.

You will be responsible for working with customers to identify future supply chain requirements. This will include procurement runs of components to make product in conjunction with scheduling production of the finished product at our vendors. Ensuring that the finished product is delivered to customer warehouses in a timely manner and works in conjunction with customers to prioritize production and working cross-functionally with internal teams to support production and flow. Lastly, it will require the responsibility for the data integrity of our Material Requirement Planning (MRP) that will enable a consistent planning horizon and identifying and implementing speed initiatives. 

Responsibilities:Vendor ManagementResponsible for issuing component and finished good PO’s and the deliberations with vendors to secure productionHandles scheduling while balancing priority between vendor base and MP&AEnsure vendor On Time & Complete accountability at 95% or higherExpediting shipments /production to meet speed initiativesCompletes short-term and long-term capacity planningCommunicates new launch forecasts and medium range receipt plansBrand ManagementTo form relationships as a trusted advisor to cross functional teamsHandles speed to market initiativesResponsible for communicating/updating changes to open orders - status reporting to retail partners - (OT&C accountability at 95%)Review & communicate feasibility & timing for all buy requestsInforms retail partners of use of excess inventory in Semi Annual Sales and Clearance buys; assist with component run-outs to reduce inventory liabilityPartners with Retail to develop new launch and medium range receipt planSpeed and AgilityUnderstand and supports business as well as process changes related to SpeedFinds opportunities to reduce lead times and gain agility within the supply chainInventory ManagementComplete buys using SAP MRP ensuring all master data is accurate and timelyLead to component inventory targetsHandles detailed Bill of Material (BOM) accuracy including waste factors and usageWorks closely with Inventory Control during Book to Book to identify/resolve BOM issuesProvides Inventory Control with support needed to resolve PI/B2B issuesInvolved in quarterly review of Excess & Obsolete reconciliation and provides explanations/reasons for excess inventory with partnership with retail partnersParticipates in end of season inventory management planning; ad hoc cycle counts and run outs to reduce liabilityResponsible for analyzing data, reviewing reports and resolving issues to maintain a clean Book of Business with focus on inventory turnsTalent Management & DevelopmentCreation and execution of Individual Development Plan (IDP) / Personal Performance Objectives (PPO’s) / Quarterly Connects / Performance Review in accordance with the performance management life cycle processIdentify continuous learning opportunities for own development (ie. Learning Manager, attend other meetings to gain insights, job shadowing, vendor visits)Participate in regular touch-bases with manager as well as cross functional partnersTrain cross functional partners and participate in onboarding initiatives when appropriate

Qualifications

3 – 5 years of production planning / supply chain / inventory management experienceExperience in manufacturing and/or consumer goods/retail preferredShown discernment and ability to make recommendations and business decisions with supervisorSystem and computer proficiency (SAP, MSOffice, MS Dossier)Ability to work in a fast-moving environment with demonstrated initiative and ability to achieve resultsAbility to build and develop strong trusted advisor relationships with internal as well as external partnersEducationBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related fieldAPICS, CPIM a plus

Core Competencies

Lead with Curiosity & HumilityBuild High Performing Teams for Today & TomorrowInfluence & Inspire with Vision & PurposeObserve, Engage & ConnectStrive to Achieve Operational ExcellenceDeliver Business Results

Benefits

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include: 

Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discountNo-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.