Description

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.

The International Regulatory Affairs Manager position will be responsible for developing and implementing the chemical regulatory compliance strategy for global market. This role, reporting to Principal, International Regulatory Affairs (Associate Vice President) is responsible for ensuring the company’s products follow global chemical regulations, with a strong focus on REACH.

Responsibilities

• REACH and Chemical Compliance Management
  • Develop and implement processes for verifying and maintaining accurate and up-to-date REACH-related information from raw material suppliers
  • Analyze collected data to identify compliance gaps, develop mitigation strategy, and implement corrective action
  • Create and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with REACH and other chemical regulation requirements
  • Represent the company in industry associations when required and stay current on changes and updates to chemical regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
• Supplier Data Management
  • Collaborate with raw material regulatory and formula data integrity teams as well as suppliers to collect, verify, and maintain REACH-related documentation
  • Manage supplier communications to ensure ongoing compliance and resolve any data discrepancies or gaps
• Volume Tracking & Reporting
  • Work closely with IT to establish and maintain a robust system for tracking the volume of regulated substances imported into the EU and other regions/countries
  • Monitor and track the annual tonnage of REACH-registered substances imported into the EU and other regions and prepare volume tracking reports to share with external partner
    Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to reconcile data with import records
• Internal Coordination
  • Partner with other departments to ensure seamless integration of REACH and other chemical regulation requirements across all business operations
  • Educate and train internal teams on REACH compliance procedures, data collection protocols, and communication responsibilities along the supply chain
  • Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance programs and identify areas for improvement

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience working on chemical and product regulatory compliance
• In-depth understanding of EU regulation specifically REACH principles and other chemical regulations
• Experience in chemical tracking and data management within the supply chain is required
• Proficiency in using compliance management software like SAP, databases, and other relevant IT tools is desirable
• Self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to navigate complex chemical regulatory landscapes

Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field preferred
 

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 with discount
No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a 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!
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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 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.