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.

Lead Product and Fragrance development end-to-end for assigned brand/category. Partner closely with manager and internal / external partners to translate ideas into concepts and concepts into products/fragrances. Collaborate and establish strong business relationships with functional and cross functional partners as well as external partners. Apply takeaways of product and fragrance development fundamentals. Support opposing trend analysis and understand the customer to stay relevant!  

Responsibilities 

Product & Fragrance Development  

Responsible for the product and fragrance development of assigned category / projects.  Work closely with Manager on end-to end development, working with cross functional partners and external partners - responsible to deliver against time-sensitive development achievement and handoffs.  Lead the execution and processing of systems workflow.  Track base and fragrance submissions  Work with Leadership to interpret brief and identify vendors for new development.  Drive on-site development when possible (i.e. contract fillers, fragrance houses) with management support, as needed.  Obtain submissions from Suppliers. Evaluate, redirect, follow up and gain necessary approvals  Partner with cross-functional partners on the overall performance and aesthetics, as needed  Evaluate and collaborate with Package Development ensure formula, fragrance and packaging alignment to deliver optimal performance.  Support troubleshoot in response to overall development issues with Manager and cross-functional teams; identify possible solutions.  Responsible for maintenance and updates of status sheets / trackers for assigned programs  Support panel testing of products/fragrances and provide initial analysis and recommendations.  Provide sampling support for large scale external consumer testing; begin to participate in result analysis  

Category & Market Expertise (Including: Internal, External, Libraries, Other)  

Support tracking of diligent launch activity  Obtain a thorough and in-depth understanding of Bath and Body Works offerings in store  Build awareness to brand relevant and opposing product and store environments  Support the libraries within product and fragrance development as needed  

Data Management/Reporting  

Responsible for own brief workflow working closely with Manager.  Analyze, in partnership with Manger, information from timelines, achievements and status sheets, solving issues and elevating them as needed  Responsible for feasibility and accuracy of all timelines  Responsible for achievement work flow documentation  

Cross Functional Support/Relationship Building  

Build cross functional relationships with internal peers both across Bath and Body Works  Build professional relationships with relevant external vendors  

Talent Management/Development  

Creation and execution of Performance Review and Career Management Profile for self  Train cross functional partners when possible  Identify continuous learning opportunities for own development (ie. Learning Manager, attend other meetings to gain insights, job shadowing)  Participate and support Enterprise initiatives  Attend training  Continue to build skills  On board with cross functional partners to better understand how the functions work together  

Qualifications

3-5 years of shown experience in creative fragrance and product development; experience in beauty or personal care categories strongly preferred  Strong communicator  Able to thrive is a fast pace environment  Self-starter  Problem solver  Attention to Detail & Accuracy  Able to be proactive  Flexible  Strong time Management skills  Strong Digital literacy  

Education 

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience  

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 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.

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