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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.

Inventory Controls Supervisor

Work Location: Forest Park

Forest Park, Il

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

The SAP Production Supervisor is responsible for all SAP related transactions as they relate to material inventory. The SAP Production Supervisor oversees a team of four material handlers who are responsible for shipping and receiving activities and SAP reconciliation.

Ways you will make a difference

Review production reporting from previous day, collecting paperwork from production, and confirming details in SAP

Analyze variance report to determine root cause analysis for variances

Supervise team of 4 Material Handlers who are responsible for ordering raw materials, shipping, and receiving

Reconcile Inventory for the plant

Manage billed materials list, ensuring consistent tracking of material amounts

Track scrap and work with production supervisors to reduce product losses

Communicate inventory needs between warehouses, triaging issues as needed

Collaborate regularly with Inventory Control, Warehouse, and Processing teams

Manage performance and daily goal objectives of teams as it relates to inventory

Lead continuous improvement projects as directed

Skills that will make you successful

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Effective time management

Demonstrated ability to manage complexity

Proficiency in SAP

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Microsoft Excel

Understanding of GMP principles

Strong people management skills with ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization

Promotes teamwork

Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency

Experiences that will support your success

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
Process, packing, and mechanical experience strongly preferred
Experience in supervision, preferably in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Previous manufacturing experience, particularly in food manufacturing
Minimum 3 years experience working in a warehouse environment

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

$80,325 - 112,455

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.

Nearest Major Market: Chicago