Bath & Body Works CFO to step down, retailer shifts to ‘off-mall’ stores

Prior to her appointment as CFO, Arlin served as Senior Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller for L Brands, where she oversaw various functions such as corporate finance, accounting, payroll, and real estate and store design finance.

Under the leadership of CEO Gina Boswell, who took over in December, Bath & Body Works has been undergoing a period of transition. The company has experienced sales contractions, margin pressures, and significant investments following its separation from Victoria’s Secret.

In addition to Arlin’s departure, Bath & Body Works has created new executive positions, including Chief Digital and Technology Officer and Chief Customer Officer, to help drive growth and profitability. Thilina Gunasinghe has been appointed as the company’s Chief Digital and Technology Officer, effective April 17.

In this newly created role, Gunasinghe will lead Bath & Body Works’ digital and technology strategy, digital operations, data and analytics, and transformation efforts. The company is also currently searching for a candidate to fill the newly created Chief Customer Officer role…