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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.

The Designer 2 is a key member of a dynamic, high-performing team responsible for delivering store design and implementation projects across North America and international markets. This role partners with the Design Leadership Team to advance key initiatives, including prototype adaptation, new store builds, remodels, refreshes, and fixture design.

This position is responsible for interpreting and adapting prototypes into project-specific schematic design solutions, ensuring design intent is clearly communicated and maintained across internal teams and external partners. Depending on experience and project needs, this role may develop schematic designs directly or guide external consultants in their execution.

With a primary focus on international markets, this role ensures global design standards are effectively adapted to diverse regional contexts. The Designer 2 balances brand consistency with local regulations, operational needs, and site-specific constraints to deliver thoughtful, high-quality design solutions.

• Lead store design projects from concept through execution across multiple markets, ensuring alignment with brand standards, operational requirements, and project objectives.
• Translate established store prototypes into project-specific schematic design solutions, including feasibility studies, test fits, fixture plans, storefront elevations, and presentation-quality 2D/3D visualizations.
• Champion design intent throughout design, documentation, construction, and store opening phases.
• Adapt global design standards to regional building codes, landlord requirements, cultural considerations, and site-specific constraints while maintaining brand consistency.
• Prepare and present design concepts, renderings, and recommendations to internal partners and external partners.
• Travel & site logistics: Travel may be required to support construction QC, snag resolution and store opening process. Present summary of key insights and recommendations to leadership.

• Collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Procurement, and external consultants to deliver projects on schedule and within scope.
• Review consultant construction documents, shop drawings, and design deliverables for alignment with approved prototypes and design standards; identify issues and escalate recommendations as appropriate.
• Proactively identify project risks, communicate challenges early, and recommend solutions that balance design intent, cost, schedule, and operational requirements.
• Support construction quality reviews, site visits, punch-list resolution, and store opening activities as needed.

• Contribute to the evolution of store prototypes, fixture standards, CAD libraries, and design documentation tools.
• Maintain project documentation, design archives, and tracking resources to support effective project execution and team collaboration.
• Support the development and refinement of design standards, templates, and best practices across global markets.
• Research retail design trends, emerging materials, and industry innovations to help advise future design strategies.

• 3–6 years of professional experience in retail, hospitality, restaurant, beauty, or other consumer-focused environments. Experience supporting international retail store development programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with global retail formats including inline, mall, flagship, street, and outlet environments.
• Experience developing and coordinating design solutions from schematic design through construction documentation and implementation.
• Understanding of how customer insights, operational needs, and business metrics inform design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and Microsoft 365. Experience with SketchUp, Enscape, Bluebeam, or similar visualization and review tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of space planning, retail design principles, material applications, and fixture integration.
• Working knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, and construction methodologies.
• Strong visual, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate design ideas through sketches, drawings, and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Exposure to consultant management, construction administration, and landlord approval processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and 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).

• 401k 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.

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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 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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