Senior Product Fragrance Developer

Open to NYC or Columbus based candidates NYC pay range - $95,000-128,000 Columbus pay range- $83,000-111,000 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. Bath & Body Works is seeking a Senior Product & Fragrance Developer to lead product and fragrance development from concept through execution across an assigned brand or category! This role partners closely with internal teams and external partners to translate ideas into products and fragrances our customers will love. This senior level individual contributor role applies product and fragrance development expertise while building a strong understanding of the customer, category and competitive landscape to deliver compelling, relevant experiences! This role may have 1-2 junior level direct reports.

Responsibilities

Product & Fragrance Development

• Lead end-to-end creation and formulation of products and scents for assigned categories and projects, delivering against development achievements and handoffs.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and external partners throughout the development process to drive projects forward.
• Track base and fragrance submissions and maintain accurate program status sheets and trackers.
• Partner with leadership to interpret briefs, identify vendors for new development and obtain, evaluate and redirect supplier submissions through approval.
• Drive on-site development with contract fillers and fragrance houses, with management support as needed.
• Partner with R&D to evaluate overall product performance and aesthetics.
• Collaborate with Package Development to ensure alignment across formula, fragrance and packaging to deliver optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot development issues in partnership with the Manager and cross-functional teams, identifying potential solutions and raising critical issues when appropriate.
• Support panel testing, providing initial analysis and recommendations.
• Provide sampling support for large-scale external consumer testing and participate in analysis of results. Category & Market Expertise
• Track relevant launch activity and maintain an in-depth understanding of product offerings.
• Build awareness of brand-relevant and competitive product, fragrance and store environments to support development and maintain customer relevance.
• Support product and fragrance development libraries as needed. Data Management & Reporting
• Own assigned brief workflows and ensure accurate execution throughout the development process.
• Analyze timelines, milestones and status information, resolving issues and raising issues when needed.
• Ensure the feasibility and accuracy of development timelines and maintain workflow documentation. Cross-Functional Partnership
• Build collaborative relationships with internal partners to support successful product and fragrance development.
• Establish professional relationships with relevant external vendors and partners.
• Share knowledge and provide training to cross-functional partners when opportunities arise. Talent & Development
• May lead 1–2 associates, providing mentorship, coaching, feedback, recognition, and driving accountability and performance.
• Own personal performance and career development planning and support the process for direct reports, when applicable.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of related experience.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to get results in an evolving and dynamic environment while leading multiple priorities and development timelines.
• Proactive, flexible and self-motivated approach to work.
• Problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Digital proficiency and ability to efficiently navigate systems and workflows.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Business, Marketing or a related field, or equivalent experience. 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.
• 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 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.