Development Manager, HR Applications

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Job Posting: Development Manager, HR Applications

Location: Columbus, Ohio - Hybrid

About the Role

We’re looking for a Development Manager, HR Applications to lead the technical team behind our HR systems—including Oracle HCM, UKG Workforce Management, and a suite of HR SaaS platforms. This role is central to modernizing and transforming our HR operations, helping us build a more efficient and scalable HR ecosystem.

You’ll work closely with HR Product teams, IT leadership, and external vendors to deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced, people-first environment. This is a high-visibility role with the potential to grow into a leadership position enabling our Development Center of Excellence (COE) for Content Services.

Who You Are

You are a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You bring:

A strong technical foundation and deep HR domain expertise

A passion for building scalable, integrated, user-centric solutions

A collaborative mindset and a natural ability to mentor and inspire

A results-driven approach with a focus on innovation and accountability

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the HR Applications development team

Support developers in delivering enhancements and projects

Collaborate with HR Product teams to prioritize and implement solutions

Serve as the technical lead on large-scale HR initiatives

Ensure adherence to development best practices, including documentation and testing

Manage team capacity planning and support IT project funding processes

Oversee vendor performance and identify areas for optimization

Drive efficiency and collaboration with Application Management Services (AMS) providers

Technical & Functional Skills

Required:

Oracle HCM (Core HR, Payroll, Benefits)

UKG Workforce Management

Oracle HCM Extracts & BI Publisher

Middleware platforms such as Boomi (or similar: MuleSoft)

Software development lifecycle methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid (W-Agile)

Experience managing platform teams

Preferred:

DevOps experience for non-HR applications

Familiarity with .NET and Java

Exposure to tools such as Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Workfront, InRiver, and Content Stack

Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Qualifications

3+ years of management experience

8+ years of HR domain expertise

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Proven experience collaborating with Product Teams and leading cross-functional initiatives

Growth Opportunity

This role offers a clear path to broader leadership within our Development Center of Excellence (COE), based on your performance and strategic contributions.

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

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 discount

No-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 programs

40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.

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 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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