General Summary

The Inventory Operations Analyst will perform complex analysis using SAP, co-manufacturers’ reports and supplier documents to monitor inbounds, outbounds, production usage and yields, loss allowances, and raw material inventory. The Analyst will be performing timely financial adjustments, identifying inefficiencies, recommending corrective actions, and streamlining processes to improve operational efficiency.  This will be done using SAP/office systems and integration of automation and AI tools. The Operations Inventory Analyst will work closely with co-manufacturers to understand their processes and ensure compliance with contractual agreements. Cross-functional collaboration will be key by partnering with various departments such as Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Finance to support Danone’s mission and values.

Inventory Management and Analysis

• Monitors SAP to assure accurate & prompt posting of production receipts, resupply receipts, and outbound shipments within established time limits.
• Complete monthly Finished Goods, Raw Materials & Packaging inventory reconciliations, ensuring they are exact, properly documented, and submitted on time.
• Research and document instances in which credit or financial reimbursement is due to Danone.
• Work with the CoManufacturer to mitigate loss and provide disposition.
• Utilize available emerging technologies to provide real-time data on inventory levels, which ensures inventory accuracy for the business and reduces the risk of stockouts or overstocking. Absolute accuracy of inventory is the basis for meaningful analysis that can be actioned upon.

• • Complete attainment analysis to track Purchase Order requests versus actual production.
  • Perform Raw Material obsolescence and expiration risk analysis.
  • Liaise between Danone Internal Control and the CoManufacturer during audits of CoManufacturer’s processes, assuring compliance with Danone requirements, and successful implementation of Action Plans.

Process Improvement:

• • An aptitude for implementation of the latest automation processes.
  • Improve existing metrics, methods, and reports to track Co-Manufacturer performance.
  • Proactively identify Continuous Improvement opportunities and recommend action items.
  • Ability to independently develop training materials and SOPs for Process Improvement that exemplify Best Practices.
  • Work with external departments and production facilities to improve and document Ways of Working.

Communication:

• • Provide Best-In-Class communication internally and externally by anticipating inquiries and establishing follow-up activities, staying current with outstanding questions, project timelines, and cross-functional activity.
  • Interact with plant management/personnel to ensure absolute accuracy of inventory.
  • Proactively identify material supply issues and communicate them to the appropriate party. Work cooperatively with the Co-manufacturer and Material Planning to resolve.
  • Develop cross-functional educational materials to ensure understanding of key activities, interactions, and processes, by internal stakeholders in Operations/Supply Chain.
  • Maintain open dialogue with cross-functional peers to coordinate activities and improve performance and productivity.
  • Represent the team in meetings. Be prepared with up-to-date analysis materials for presentation, discussion, and if necessary, be prepared to recommend solutions, implementation, and tracking results. Support Inventory Control Manager by completing tasks as assigned, modeling leadership behavior, and being a point of contact for out of office.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $90,000 USD. The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions.  Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Job Specifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Experience with Power BI preferred.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, thorough reporting of findings, developing and implementing corrective action.
• Ability to be self-directed with little supervision.
• Possess superior quantitative and qualitative analytical and critical thinking skills and apply to developing models which enhance operational transparency and drive results.
• Ability to influence decisions and activity within the group and cross-functional teams.
• Continuous Improvement mindset, skills, and implementation.
• Strong interpersonal skills associated with developing trusting relationships.

Education and Experience

• • 4-year college degree in Operations/Supply Chain/Business preferred.
  • 2 plus years’ experience in Inventory Control, ERP systems, process automation.
  • 2 plus years’ experience in food & beverage or consumer packaged goods (CPG).

Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia ®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free,  STōK® Cold Brew Coffee ®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®. 

With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible. 

You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
 
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