For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Analyst, Master Data

Job Location: ​Chicago​

This role is based out of our corporate HQ located in downtown Chicago and will be a hybrid in-person/remote role. 

Want to make an impact?

Master Data Analyst is responsible for creation, management, and governance of master data.  This role ensures data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across all systems and processes, supporting our supply chain and cross functional team. This position will work with other SAP Analysts, IT Leadership and business representatives to keep abreast of operational issues and business initiatives where SAP may be an integral part.

Ways you will make a difference

  • Create, update, and maintain master data records in ERP and PLM Process
  • Develop and enforce data governance policies and procedures t ensure quality data and compliance within the industry standards!
  • Conduct regular audits and data cleansing activities to identify data discrepancies.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in data management and recommend solutions to enhance data accuracy.
  • Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure data alignment and support business processes.

Skills that will make you successful

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5yrs of experience data management within the CPG industry
  • Proficiency in SAP, HANA, MDG, BOBJ and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with cross functional team at all levels.
  • Analytic Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to details

Experiences that will support your success

  • BA/BS in Business or a related field is preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in data management within the CPG industry
  • Strong SAP technical expertise and experience

 

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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.