Job Location: Itasca

Itasca

Want to make an impact?

We are looking for an analytical, skilled individual to join our team as an Inventory Analyst. The responsibilities of the Inventory Analyst include managing inventory items, controlling day-to-day inventory operations, and implementing inventory control protocols. To be successful as an Inventory Analyst, you should be analytical with strong attention to detail. Role requires oversight of material usage variances, cycle count adjustments, ability to generate efficiency reports and collaborate continuous improvements.

Ways you will make a difference

• Drafting inventory reports that document inventory counts, discrepancies, and other statistical data.
• Reporting inventory statistics to management and suggesting improvements to inventory control.
• Coordinating with other roles and departments to resolve discrepancies between inventory and revenue.
• Maintaining SAP inventory and WM system to accurately manage plant inventory.
• Allocating inventory to the correct production orders and work centers if needed.

Skills that will make you successful

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (Preferred)
• Strong analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Experiences that will support your success

• Experience conducting tracking and data analysis
• Experience working with inventory management software and forecasting strategies
• Excellent attention to detail, math, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends if needed.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara- .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.