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Bath & Body Works Research & Development Manager in New Albany, Ohio
Research & Development Manager
Brand: Bath & Body Works
Location: New Albany, OH, US
Location Type: Hybrid
Job ID: 045BP
Job Area: Technical Services
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.
A highly visible and accountable leadership role within a dedicated & fast paced culture focused around the area of technical formulation in fabric and home care. A trusted technical advisor to both internal & external strategic business partners for fabric and home care product development. This person will have a solid understanding of regulatory environment that supports the development and positioning in a global environment!
Responsibilities
Formulation Compliance – Fabric Care:
Establishes technical strategy for new opportunities including timeline feasibility, risk mitigation, key ingredients’ selection, brief reviews and development priorities
Will be accountable in performing the task and projects
Ensuring chemical and aesthetic product integrity and compliance
Achieving the desired performance attributes
Delivering products on time, complete within cost in accordance to commercialization timelines
Products meet or exceed all global safety, regulatory requirements as well as BBW credo’s and corporate response
Provide point of view product position to merchant and legal teams
Collaborate with 3rd party manufacturers and technical teams in support overall product compliance.
Provides more tactical support for projects of high complexity and fast track timing
Technical oversight at the inception of the project (Brief reviews)
Anticipate, remove and plan for any potential barriers that could potentially impact success
Relationship Development
The Manager will be accountable for developing & maintaining a strong relationship with all partners
Empowered decision-making skills regarding process and products.
Drive a strong advisory relationship with contract fillers and raw material suppliers
Demonstrates and promotes collaboration with functional and cross functional partners
Personal Development and Influence
Strategy for laying out updated business processes that support new white space opportunities within business
Accountable for the overall technical proficiency
Attend and report back external, industry seminars and trade shows.
Process Improvement for realized speed and efficiency within the team
Data Systems/Process
SAP/PLM
C-Projects
Product Briefing process
Qualifications
10 years of relevant research and development experience.
Knowledge of both domestic and global formulation requirements is preferred.
Highly motivated and influential individual who possess strong technical skill
Experienced in leading and building relevant capabilities within a larger team
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience- MBA or MS 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
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 our eligible 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.
View Benefits Information (https://careers.bathandbodyworks.com/en/about-us/benefits/)
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 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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