R&D Technical Project Manager I

About the role

Bath & Body Works is seeking a dedicated and determined R&D Technical Project Manager I to join our dynamic and evolving Research and Development team. We are an innovative team of technical project managers who are agile, passionate, and curious to innovate and implement brand-relevant personal care & beauty products. The ideal candidate brings strong scientific knowledge, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate, solve problems, and get results in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and communicate challenges and risks in formula stability, compatibility, and microbiology for low complexity projects; troubleshoot issues, map out action plans for resolution together with manager support, and mobilize appropriate teams needed to achieve results.
• Complete all relevant commercialization milestones on time and accurately; report development challenges that may jeopardize timelines, and provide risk assessments and status updates to internal teams and managers.
• Maintain project trackers to ensure they are well-organized, accurate, and current to enable visibility, efficiencies, and historical findings.
• Collaborate with Product Fragrance Development, Formula Data Integrity, Regulatory, Safety, Engineering, Operations, and Packaging partners to drive project success.
• Lead deliverables from key Fragrance Houses and Contract Manufacturers.
• Support supply chain and cost savings activities by approving alternate raw materials based on specific chemistries and functions.
• Actively participate in weekly commercialization, cross-functional, and internal team meetings; provide project updates, discuss findings, and share ideas.
• Build and maintain relationships within R&D and across cross-functional teams through onboarding activities, regular touchpoints, and alignment meetings.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in R&D or a raw materials applications laboratory.
• Experience in personal care, skincare, makeup, or haircare is preferred.
• Experience in Project Management is preferred.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization, and basic analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of organization.
• Ability to manage time effectively and maintain focus in a dynamic environment; demonstrates a sense of urgency and adaptability to change.
• Good verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and a strong work ethic.
• Shows curiosity and a commitment to learning; takes ownership and is receptive to feedback.
• BS or MS degree in a science-related field preferred.

Core Competencies

• Drives Results
• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Decision Making
• Nimble Learning

Benefits

• Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage; plus access to onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• No-cost mental health and well-being support through the 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.
• Complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount.
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