Bath & Body Works

Sr Instructional Designer, Store Ops

Bath & Body Works$80K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4 - 6 years in instructional design or creating diverse learning content
  • Preferred retail experience in store operations or sales
  • Proven ability to build rapport with cross-functional business partners
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects
  • Ability to identify risks and drive alignment
  • Effective communication skills with active listening and clear articulation
  • Preferred experience in talent development
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and learning content tools like Articulate Storyline and Adobe Creative Suites

Responsibilities

  • Lead collaborative discovery and planning sessions with stakeholders to define learning goals
  • Manage project strategy and execution, ensuring timely delivery of training solutions
  • Influence learning strategy by advocating for field needs and learner impact
  • Design and deliver engaging learning experiences for key business events
  • Cultivate partnerships to identify training opportunities and recommend solutions
  • Utilize data and metrics to inform learning strategies and measure effectiveness
  • Maintain understanding of business strategies to create relevant learning experiences
  • Drive innovation in learning design through emerging technologies and methodologies
  • Encourage continuous improvement by challenging conventional learning approaches
  • Facilitate collaboration across departments to deliver cohesive training solutions

Benefits

  • Robust medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage with onsite wellness center
  • No-cost mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program
  • Paid time off, parental leave, and family building benefits
  • Home, auto, and pet insurance options
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for further education
  • 40% merchandise discount and complimentary products
  • Additional wellness benefits available at bbwbenefits.com
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
• Lead collaborative discovery and planning conversations with Store Support leaders, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and key stakeholders to align business priorities, learning objectives, and field needs, while providing strategic recommendations that improve learner impact and business outcomes.
• Own end-to-end project strategy and execution by developing and managing comprehensive project plans, milestones, communication cadences, and risk strategies to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Influence enterprise learning strategy by serving as the voice of the field, applying a field-back lens to learning initiatives and role-specific development programs for District Managers, store leaders, and associates to ensure relevance, adoption, and performance impact.
• Design and deliver innovative learning experiences and meeting content that support key business events, including SLT Meetings, All Store Meetings, National Meetings, and other strategic initiatives, driving engagement and execution in the field.
• Build strong partnerships with field and business leaders to identify emerging opportunities, uncover performance gaps, recognize patterns and trends, and recommend scalable learning and communication solutions that drive customer experience, conversion, and sales results.
• Leverage performance data, learner insights, and business metrics to inform content strategy, prioritize learning investments, and measure the effectiveness of learning solutions against desired outcomes.
• Maintain a deep understanding of business strategies, priorities, and performance results, translating complex business needs into meaningful learning experiences that support organizational goals.
• Champion innovation in learning design by exploring, testing, and implementing emerging learning technologies, multimedia approaches, and blended learning solutions, including eLearning, video, facilitator-led, and performance support resources.
• Drive continuous improvement and experimentation by challenging traditional approaches, introducing new methodologies, and leveraging industry best practices to enhance learner engagement, speed to proficiency, and business impact.
• Cultivate cross-functional alignment and collaboration across Learning & Development, Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, HR, and other business partners to deliver integrated solutions that support enterprise priorities and field execution.

Qualifications
• 4 - 6 years demonstrated ability in instructional design or creating learning content via different modes of delivery and platforms
• Retail background, store selling/operations experience preferred
• Proven success at establishing rapport with business partners at multiple levels, working on larger teams, and collaborative work habits
• Strong organizational skills, detail and process oriented; ability to handle and lead multiple, complex projects
• Demonstrates the ability to identify risks/opportunities and drive alignment and prioritization
• Demonstrates strong communication including listening, probing for understanding and articulating messages in a clear and concise manner
• Experience in leading and developing talent preferred
• Microsoft Office, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Vyond, Elucidat, Adobe Creative Suites application skills
• Travel requirements 20%

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.


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About Bath & Body Works

Bath & Body Works is a specialty retailer and a go-to place for gifts and goodies that delight customers. It offers a range of exclusive fragrances for the body and home like body lotion and body cream, body wash, hand soap, and fine fragrance mist. Bath & Body Works was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

Bath & Body Works Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to join our vibrant team at Bath & Body Works—the leader in personal care and home fragrance products. Work You’ll Do Join Bath & Body Works' top-tier team to assist some of the most dedicated professionals in retail master their career paths within our dynamic company. Transform your professional life and grow with a brand that values innovation, leadership, and a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Lead with Confidence Step into a role that places you at the forefront of the retail industry, where your skills in customer engagement and product expertise meet innovation and exceptional leadership. Bath & Body Works offers a unique position in the marketplace that encourages professional growth and development in a culture enriched with diversity and inclusion. Engage with a Passionate Team Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who are enthusiastic about making a difference in both the company and the community. Our team at Bath & Body Works counts over 20,000 committed individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. Introducing the Bath & Body Works Professional Growth Path We are committed to fostering a market-leading team that helps drive our company forward through strategic innovation and rigorous leadership training. Our focus on creating a supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member to explore their potential and achieve their professional goals. Innovate and Inspire Join the largest group of retail experts dedicated to revolutionizing the shopping experience through a blend of industry expertise, customer interaction, and innovative leadership. Deliver targeted solutions and create memorable experiences for our customers through your unique skills and creativity. Be Part of Our Growth Story Engage in a wide range of job opportunities that span across various functions and levels. Harness the unparalleled capabilities, extensive training, and robust support system of Bath & Body Works to future-proof your career in the retail industry. Explore Career Opportunities From part-time associates to full-time leadership positions, Bath & Body Works offers a variety of roles suitable for anyone looking to start or advance their career in retail. Our commitment to internal promotion and leadership development ensures that your career journey will be fruitful and rewarding. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to take their career to the next level. SEARCH BATH & BODY WORKS JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Bath & Body Works.
Learn more about Bath & Body Works
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.2 billion
Industry
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-8.9%
NASDAQ

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