Associate Product Fragrance Developer
Location: Reynoldsburg, OH, US
Location Type: Hybrid
Job ID: 04KR7
Job Area: Product Development
Employment type: Full-time
Description
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.
Bath & Body Works is seeking an Associate Product Developer to support the Product and Fragrance Development team.
Responsibilities
Product & Fragrance Development
- Assist and support set-up for evaluation meetings and presentations
- Provide sampling support for consumer testing
- Partner with manager on the development of product and fragrances; help brainstorm new ideas
- Learn fundamentals of product and fragrance development
- Lead the execution and processing of systems workflow
- Support brief process
- Distribute samples to team and brand for evaluation
- Track base & fragrance submissions; participate with team in submission evaluation
- Ownership over low complexity programs including timeline management and execution with vendors
- Owns communication on programs with fragrance houses and contract manufacturers
- Lead, organize and maintain the product closets and libraries
- Responsible for following up with vendors
- Join teams to support on-site development (i.e contract fillers, fragrance houses)
- Research market trends for fragrance and pattern for innovative forms
Category & Market Expertise (Including: Internal, External, Libraries, Other)
- Data entry and maintenance of competitive information, inclusive of databases, library, and reporting
- Purchase competitive products as directed
- Develop exposure and awareness to brand and relevant competitive store environments
Data Management/Reporting
- Update reports and systems accurately
- Gain exposure to the fragrance houses and other external partners
- Begin to build understanding of end-to-end work flow process and development milestones
Cross Functional Support/Relationship Building
- Build cross functional relationships with internal peers across Bath and Body Works functions
- Initiate and develop professional relationships with external vendors
Talent Management/Development
- Identify continuous learning opportunities for own development
- Introduction to product and fragrance functional fundamentals, including vocabulary
- 1-2 years related experience or relevant Internship
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work, adapt and flex in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
- Strong time Management skills
- Strong communication stills
- Ability to communicate effectively across function
- Proficiency with MS Office
- Understanding of SAP a plus
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
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 program 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 an inclusive 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 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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