Material Analyst

Material Analyst

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox's Burton's, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we're loved by people of all generations for the joy we bringand that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS, Brach's, Jelly Belly, SweeTARTS, Laffy Taffy, and Trolli. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry's. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

The Material Analyst, reporting to the Manager, Factory Supply Chain is responsible for supporting the release, tracking, and expediting of raw and packaging materials to ensure seamless production operations. This role involves managing inventory, processing orders in SAP, and serving as a liaison between vendors, quality assurance, and production teams to resolve material-related issues and maintain schedule adherence.

Ways you will make a difference

• Coordinate ordering and timely release of raw and packaging materials to support production schedules
• Process and confirm purchase orders in SAP, assign purchase orders to requisitions
• Monitor material deliveries and expedite when necessary to prevent production delays
• Maintain inventory at optimal levels to ensure material availability while minimizing carrying costs
• Perform and coordinate quarterly physical inventory counts and reconciliation
• Ensure FIFO (First-In, First-Out) inventory management is followed
• Act as primary liaison between warehousing, the plant, corporate material planning teams and quality for material-related issues
• Verify accuracy of invoices by cross-checking against purchase orders and resolve discrepancies in pricing or quantity
• Ensure accurate entry of incoming materials into the inventory management system
• Collaborate with the Operations team to ensure schedule adherence and service rate targets based on material availability
• Recognize and respond to abnormal usage trends that may indicate issues in supply or production
• Utilize SAP and other systems to support inventory control and procurement functions
• Ensure compliance with all standard operating procedures and internal controls
• Provide input during planning and scheduling meetings to support efficient production flow
• Assist in correcting Bills of Materials (BOMs) as needed
• Coordinate inter-facility transfers of materials between plants and storage locations

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally across production and departments
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical mindset to identify trends and solve inventory challenges
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing environment

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor's or associate degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
• 2-4 Years of experience in material coordination, inventory control, or logistics within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with production operations, supply chain workflows, and supplier coordination
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with inventory control and procurement practices

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at

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.