Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand - you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do. We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day. We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager who is passionate about bringing innovative products to life for millions of customers while developing a high-performing engineering team across our manufacturing network. This people leadership role will lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers responsible for Home Fragrance products such as candles and diffusers, and Value Engineering. The work entails new product execution, scale-up of new formulas, and transfer of technology, ensuring product launches deliver the quality, value, and experience our customers expect while meeting business objectives for cost and speed to market. Additional areas of responsibility include resolution of complex manufacturing challenges, supplier performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive cost savings, quality improvements, and lead-time reductions. This role partners closely with internal teams and third-party manufacturers to strengthen manufacturing capabilities and deliver operational excellence across the network. From launching new fragrances and body care innovations to developing engineering talent and improving manufacturing performance, this role has a direct impact on the products our customers love!

Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Execution (25%)

• Lead the Manufacturing Engineering team in the execution of new home fragrance product design for manufacturability, scale-up validation, technology transfer, and alternate sourcing initiatives.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure successful delivery of launch, quality, cost, and speed-to-market objectives.
• Partner with Product Development, R&D, Packaging Engineering, Quality Engineering, Supply Chain, and manufacturing partners to address risks and enable successful product launches.
• Provide technical leadership and decision-making support for complex manufacturing and commercialization challenges. Value Engineering & Continuous Improvement (25%)
• Lead the resolution of complex manufacturing, quality, and supply issues while ensuring root causes are identified and sustainable corrective actions are implemented.
• Drive continuous improvement and value engineering initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time reduction.
• Identify emerging risks and establish mitigation strategies to support business continuity and operational performance. Vendor Performance & Manufacturing Capability (20%)
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with third-party manufacturing partners to strengthen performance, quality, and operational capability.
• Lead new supplier scoping, qualification, onboarding, capacity expansion, and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing partners have the processes, capabilities, and capacity to support current and future business needs. Talent Management & Team Development (30%)
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers, fostering technical growth, leadership capability, and career progression.
• Establish team goals, manage performance, and ensure alignment to business priorities and organizational objectives.
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, succession planning, and retention efforts to build a high-performing engineering organization.
• Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, engineering, product commercialization, operations, or a related technical environment.
• Previous people leadership, team leadership, or significant experience developing and directing engineering talent.
• Experience leading complex product commercialization, manufacturing scale-up, technology transfer, or process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, including compounding, filling, labeling, assembly, and pack-out operations.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze manufacturing, production, and quality data, identify root causes, and translate findings into actionable solutions.
• Strong project management and risk management capabilities, with experience establishing priorities, coordinating resources, and driving cross-functional execution.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Experience building productive relationships with third-party manufacturers and driving supplier capability and performance improvements.
• Experience with statistical analysis, structured problem-solving, and GMP manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience in personal care, home fragrance, consumer goods, or related product categories preferred.
• Ability to travel 25 - 30% domestically and internationally. Education
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Advanced degree or relevant technical, quality, or project management certification preferred. Core Competencies
• Drives Results
• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Decision Making
• Nimble Learning

Benefits

Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good - every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program with discount.
• Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
• Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
• Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
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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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide 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.