Senior R&D Technical Project Manager

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

Location - We are open to Columbus Ohio and/or New York City.

Bath & Body Works is seeking a versatile Sr. R&D Technical Project Manager to join our fast pace and ever-evolving Research and Development team. We are an innovative team of technical project managers that are agile, passionate and curious to innovate and implement brand relevant personal care & beauty products. The ideal associate must have the creative and technical know-how to collaborate, problem solve and deliver results with a project management mentality!

Responsibilities

Lead formula development activities for med- high complexity projects including brief kickoff and prototype development collaborating with contract manufacturers, fragrance houses, and raw material suppliers.

Complete development, validation, and scale-up with internal partners including Product Fragrance Development, Commercialization, Regulatory, Safety, Legal, Merchants, Packaging, and Manufacturing Engineering.

Provide technical expertise to cross functional partners on brainstorming and development

Assess challenges and risks in stability or compatibility, troubleshoot, map out action plan for resolution and mobilize appropriate teams needed to implement results

Implement all relevant commercialized achievements and report development challenges that may jeopardize timelines and provide risk assessment/status to internal teams and manager.

Lead technical discussion as needed at weekly commercialization or cross-functional meetings

Scope, research and present raw material technology for new product claims, efficacy, etc.

Requires extensive internal cross-functional collaboration and external vendor interaction

Key decision maker and voice for accountable projects; aligns and updates manager as necessary

Connects and establishes relationships within R&D and with cross functional teams, including onboarding, touch-bases and alignment meetings.

May lead Technical Project Manager I’s on formula development activities for low complexity projects

Help drive department initiatives, process improvements, and strategic initiatives within the team

Chips in to the hiring process and onboarding of new associates

Qualifications & Experience

5-7+ years of demonstrated ability in R&D lab or Raw Materials Applications lab

Formulation experience in Personal Care and/or Beauty Cosmetics is required (Cleansing, Body Care, Haircare, Skincare, Makeup, or Sun Care preferred)

Experience in project management preferred

Good problem solving skills and ability to make choices

Displays a feeling of vitality to take initiative; ability to adapt and embrace change

Sophisticated level of communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation); able to clearly communicate technical content

Strong influencing and interpersonal skill

Education

BS/MS degree in science related field

Core Competencies

Lead with Curiosity & Humility

Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow

Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose

Observe, Engage & Connect

Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence

Deliver Business Results

Benefits

We invite you to join Gingham Nation, where we invest in our associates through competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities, so they can continue to be their best at work, at home, and in their communities. Benefits offered to eligible Bath and Body Works associates include a no cost mental health and well-being program, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, flexible and affordable saving programs, paid time off and a merchandise discount. Visit bbwbenefits.com for details.

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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 and affirmative action 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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Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

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