Associate Project Planner

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.

Individual contributor position responsible for supporting the overall global commercialization process by independently handling/implementing project system set-ups and changes; organizing CSG meeting planners, meeting agendas/recaps, creating status reports, and supporting Project Managers/Planners with weekly Commercialization meetings for all categories within the BBW portfolio.

Responsibilities

Project Data Management

• Supports/coordinates project operations by independently engaging cross-functionally with our external & internal partners & CSG Project Managers/Planners to implement systematic new project creations, cancellations, and changes with our external partners

• Direct external and internal partners on the best ways to organize information to support proper set-ups & conduct training when necessary

• Identify, analyze and resolve issues with missing/inaccurate information in our systems - Drive system execution with applicable teams to organize/streamline information, and assist any necessary issue resolution

• Responsible for communicating/ supporting commercialization data maintenance and management

• Provide proactive/action-oriented reports

Commercialization Process

• Supports weekly commercialization meetings through project notes maintenance, handling meeting planners, and creating meeting recaps

• Maintains meeting distribution lists to support timely cross functional communication

• Communicates with cross functional partners, Project Managers/Projects Planners to support issue resolution

Thought Partner to Project Managers and Planners

• When issues arise, provide alternatives to Project Managers and Project Planners

• Connect dots across categories & implement recommendations from Project Managers and Project Planners (i.e. apply attributes from one project to other projects); Identify areas to streamline approaches across the CSG team

• Execute aligned on protocols for tasks - if something requires deviation, identify and create process opportunities & suggestions

Measurements

• ON TIME = 90%
• ON COST = +- 5% of Target (Final vs. Target)
• ON SPEC / ON QUALITY -Meet pre-determined Brand Standard

Speed & Agility

• Understand and support change

• 48 hour turn around for project set up and communication

• Timely meeting recaps within 24 hours

System Accuracy & Reporting

• Provide ad hoc reporting to support global commercialization process

• Support Creation of new reports/methods and use reports to drive speed and accuracy in the business.

Talent Management

• Creation and ownership of objectives and development plan

• Attend training classes as appropriate

• Support AOS initiatives

• Train cross functional partners

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience, preferably in the Retail or Consumer Product industry or in project management.

• Detailed SAP/PLM understanding

• MS Office and Advanced MS Excel skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

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 eligible Bath and Body Works 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.

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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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