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. Bath and Body Works is seeking a Senior Applications Analyst who will support functional areas within Merchandise Planning and Allocation (MP&A). Focus includes steady state support of current applications and processes, as well as defining requirements, scope and functional design, participating in functional testing, user acceptance testing (UAT) and technology release plans. This role closely partners with peers and leaders in the MP&A technology team, Functional and Technical IT partners, and Business users. Technology solutions in the MP&A space may span across vendor applications, internally developed custom built applications and Excel, SQL or database tools. Responsibilities + Creates and maintains strong partnerships and relationships with both Brand partners and other cross functional technology partners. + Demonstrates functional expertise in multiple areas and across multiple applications and/or systems. + Serves as the overall Functional Lead on multiple projects or large-scale programs; leads project workstreams including functional design/development activities, cutover planning, performance or User Acceptance Testing and post go live support. + Mentors and trains team members on steady state support activities; drives identification and resolution of issues using functional expertise and product knowledge + Researches and triages new, uncommon and/or complex problems spanning multiple areas or systems/applications. + Applies knowledge of application architecture, industry trends or standard methodologies, to recommend process or existing technology enhancements and/or new technology for the MP&A space. Qualifications Qualifications & Experience + 7+ years of proven ability in enterprise applications technology + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; listening and understanding proficiency; strong diagnostics and problem-solving skills + Demonstrate agility with a high level of detail and accuracy + Strong interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills to build strong relationship and influence others + Prior Specialty Retail experience, specifically in Merchandising and/or Merchandise Planning and Allocation, is beneficial + Experience with agile methodology, and able to manage project deliverables and exercise flexibility when priorities change + Ability to articulate detailed action plans and ability to work within designated timelines + Ability to confidently lead and present in discovery sessions and other forums + Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel; Visio experience beneficial + Experience with Relex solution is a plus. Education + Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in information technology 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 Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include: + Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office. + 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount + No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including an inclusive family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance. + Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs + 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses! 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 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. Application window will close when all role(s) are filled.