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Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc.

Inventory Controls Supervisor at Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc.

Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc. Forest Park, Illinois

Job Description

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 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 https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

$80,325 - 112,455PandoLogic. Category: , Keywords: Inventory Control Supervisor

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