Store Designer 2

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 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.

Responsibilities

Design Delivery & Execution

• 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.

 

Project Coordination & Quality Assurance

• 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.

 

Process Improvement & Team Support

• 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.

 

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That’s why we%27re proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger %26amp; Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3ERobust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3E401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3ENo-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3EOpportunity 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.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3ETuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3E40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EVisit bbwbenefits.com for more details.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3EThe 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.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3EWe 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. 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