Product Safety Specialist II

Product Safety Specialist II

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

Bath & Body Works is seeking a Product Safety Specialist II to support the protection and efficacy evaluation of innovative products across our dynamic portfolio. This individual contributor role supports specific functions within the product safety and efficacy processes while partnering with Product Safety leaders, cross-functional teams, and external testing organizations throughout the product development lifecycle. This role contributes to the successful execution of product safety and efficacy programs through study coordination, testing oversight, data analysis, project tracking, and vendor collaboration. This role provides the opportunity to deepen technical expertise, take ownership of designated program categories, and help deliver products that customers know, love, and trust.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution and Technical Readiness

• Responsible for supporting assigned product categories and specific program areas related to the safety and efficiency of products.

• Support evaluations of safety and operational efficiency to ensure adherence to company standards, industry requirements, and applicable regulations.

• Complete system processes and maintain departmental tools, including Safety Database administration and system/study trackers.

• Coordinate testing activities, product samples, study timelines, and project deliverables to support successful execution.

• Review and maintain testing data, study documentation, records, and reports within departmental systems.

• Follow established departmental SOPs and support drafting, revision, and continuous improvement activities.

• Responsible for individual functional departmental metrics and supporting process improvement opportunities.

• Support the tracking, documentation, and communication of project milestones, achievements, and key findings.

• Contract Research Organization (CRO) Management and Testing Budget Administration

• Support senior associates in coordinating and placing safety and efficacy studies.

• Gain an understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and assist in the application of those principles within testing programs.

• Support CRO monitoring, auditing, and compliance-related activities while maintaining strong partnerships with external testing organizations.

• Assist with study designs, testing execution, and testing logistics to ensure successful study completion.

• Collect, organize, and record testing data within departmental databases and tracking tools.

• Review study data, archive study reports, and communicate study results to team members and cross-functional partners.

• Support issue resolution and collaborate with testing laboratories to facilitate testing activities as needed.

• Assist with purchase order administration, invoice processing, budget tracking, and reporting activities.

• Support efficient and on-cost execution for assigned categories and testing programs.

• Special Projects & Research Opportunities

• Support testing discussions and technical conversations with cross-functional partners and Contract Research Organizations.

• Support research initiatives designed to establish, enhance, or optimize testing processes and methodologies.

• Participate in projects that strengthen operational effectiveness, data quality, and overall Product Safety capabilities.

• Assist in evaluating emerging testing approaches and industry standards.

• Data Tracking, Reporting & Functional Support

• Support departmental tracking, reporting, and data management activities related to safety and efficacy programs.

• Analyze and summarize testing results and study findings to support internal decision-making.

• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and study archives in accordance with departmental requirements.

• Support the development and maintenance of functional dashboards, metrics, and reporting tools.

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop a working understanding of initiatives supporting business objectives and product innovation strategies.

• Find opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and information handling practices.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, compliance, and execution in the Product Safety area.

• Key Meetings

• Actively participate in Product Safety team meetings, project reviews, and cross-functional discussions.

• Represent Product Safety in assigned testing and project-related meetings.

• Talent Management & Development

• Align with manager to create an Individual Development Plan and Personal Performance Objectives.

• Continuing to build technical knowledge of product safety, efficacy testing, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.

• Demonstrate increasing independence, ownership, and accountability within assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a formula-based consumer goods industry, including cosmetics, personal care, cosmetic-drugs, or related consumer products.
• Experience supporting product safety, efficacy testing, clinical research, quality, regulatory affairs, or related functions preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong communication, data analysis, and project coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• 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.

• 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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide

• We are an equal opportunity 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. Application window will close when all vacancy/vac