Manager level role responsible for leading Men's Product and Fragrance Development function, driving category strategy, innovation, and commercialization for Bath & Body Works! This role serves as the primary strategic partner to Merchandising, owning fragrance house relationships, and leads a team responsible for delivering consumer-focused product and fragrance innovation that supports brand and business growth.
ResponsibilitiesProduct & Fragrance Development Strategy• Lead the strategy for men's category portfolio focusing on product development and fragrance innovation.
• Translate category and merchant strategies into groundbreaking pipelines for product creation and scent innovation.
• Own category innovation planning, prioritization, and execution from concept through commercialization.
• Drive key development decisions and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
Fragrance House & External Partner Leadership• Own strategic relationships with fragrance houses and key external partners.
• Lead innovation sessions, business reviews, and fragrance development priorities.
• Influence fragrance pipelines to ensure alignment with product and organizational objectives.
• Drive accountability, quality, and speed-to-market with external partners.
Merchant and Cross-Functional Leadership• Serve as the primary Product Development partner to the Merchant team.
• Influence category direction through consumer, trend, and market insights.
• Lead alignment across Merchandising, R&D, Packaging, Sourcing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Present recommendations and development strategies to leadership.
Category & Consumer Expertise• Maintain deep knowledge of Men's fragrance, personal care, consumer trends, and competitive landscape.
• Identify white-space opportunities and emerging trends that support category growth.
• Leverage consumer and business insights to drive innovation and portfolio evolution.
Team Leadership & Talent Development• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Product Developers.
• Provide performance management, career development, and succession planning support.
• Champion collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development of talent.
Qualifications• 8+ years of experience in product and fragrance development, including category strategy and external partner management.
• Experience leading sophisticated product development initiatives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading external fragrance house and internal partner relationships.
• Strong communication, influencing skills, and critical thinking ability.
• Experience leading and developing a team, encouraging strong performance and morale.
Education• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Product Development, Chemistry, Consumer Products, Merchandising, Supply Chain, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
Core Competencies- Drives Results
- Action Oriented
- Collaborates
- Decision Making
- Nimble Learning
BenefitsFeeling 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.
