Ferrara
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Ferrara Work Location: Bentonville. 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 during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Want to make an impact? The Sr Analyst, Walmart and Sam’s Customer Supply Chain is responsible for collaboration both internally and externally (Walmart and Sam’s) to optimize On Shelf Availability to maximize sell-through and improve On Time and In Full (OTIF) metrics for seasonal and everyday feature management.
Responsibilities
Instock and OTIF Execution for Everyday Portfolio: Monitor Instock and OTIF performance at Walmart/Sam’s Club for assigned categories within Ferrara’s portfolio. Coordinate with Walmart/Sam’s Sr. Replenishment Managers and Distributor partners’ buying teams to ensure proper inventory levels across the supply chain and On Shelf Availability in stores.
Feature Execution: Create and review purchase orders; monitor product movement from Ferrara into Walmart/Sam’s distributors (McLane and Core‑Mark) and out to Walmart/Sam’s stores; review sell-through to determine reorder needs. Manage >30 everyday feature executions annually with collaboration from the Ferrara VMI team and Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams to maximize OTIF and OSA.
Seasonal Execution: Own execution of the four candy seasons annually. Create and review purchase orders; monitor product movement from Ferrara into Walmart/Sam’s distributors and out to stores; review sell-through to determine reorder needs. Ensure inventory is on hand at store level when the season is set, with heavy collaboration from the Ferrara VMI team and Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams.
Modular Transitions: Manage communication of pending new modular additions and deletions to ensure inventory is produced and ready to ship for adds and that the VMI team manages downs the deletes to minimize obsolescence.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Ferrara cross-functional teams (supply/demand planning, Vendor-Managed Inventory, manufacturing, distribution and transportation) and with senior Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams to maximize sales.
Voice of the Customer: Represent the Rogers-based Ferrara Sales Team in any upcoming logistics or service challenges.
Data Analysis: Utilize Walmart’s Luminate/Scintilla tools to create and download reports to identify opportunities to improve in-store in-stock levels for seasonal and other key internal functions to track production and order flow for each season.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience with Retailer Systems (Walmart Retail Link/Scintilla preferred)
Experience with an ERP system (SAP ECC or S/4HANA preferred)
Working knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI preferred)
Cross-functional collaboration
Strategic thinking
Analytical problem solving
Time/Project management
Tolerance for ambiguity
Verbal and written communication
Ability to work independently
Experiences that will support your success
4+ years of experience in replenishment and logistics. CPG or Retail preferred
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering
Results-driven mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with large data sets and data-driven decision making
Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP
High proficiency in MS Excel and Office Suite
Experience working cross-functionally including sales, supply chain (distribution, transportation, demand, supply, deployment), pricing, quality, and other departments
Understanding of and experience working through a distributor network (preferred)
What We Offer Ferrara provides comprehensive benefits that support health and financial wellness, plus paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing
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Join to apply for the
Sr. Analyst, Customer Supply Chain
role at
Ferrara Work Location: Bentonville. 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 during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Want to make an impact? The Sr Analyst, Walmart and Sam’s Customer Supply Chain is responsible for collaboration both internally and externally (Walmart and Sam’s) to optimize On Shelf Availability to maximize sell-through and improve On Time and In Full (OTIF) metrics for seasonal and everyday feature management.
Responsibilities
Instock and OTIF Execution for Everyday Portfolio: Monitor Instock and OTIF performance at Walmart/Sam’s Club for assigned categories within Ferrara’s portfolio. Coordinate with Walmart/Sam’s Sr. Replenishment Managers and Distributor partners’ buying teams to ensure proper inventory levels across the supply chain and On Shelf Availability in stores.
Feature Execution: Create and review purchase orders; monitor product movement from Ferrara into Walmart/Sam’s distributors (McLane and Core‑Mark) and out to Walmart/Sam’s stores; review sell-through to determine reorder needs. Manage >30 everyday feature executions annually with collaboration from the Ferrara VMI team and Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams to maximize OTIF and OSA.
Seasonal Execution: Own execution of the four candy seasons annually. Create and review purchase orders; monitor product movement from Ferrara into Walmart/Sam’s distributors and out to stores; review sell-through to determine reorder needs. Ensure inventory is on hand at store level when the season is set, with heavy collaboration from the Ferrara VMI team and Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams.
Modular Transitions: Manage communication of pending new modular additions and deletions to ensure inventory is produced and ready to ship for adds and that the VMI team manages downs the deletes to minimize obsolescence.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Ferrara cross-functional teams (supply/demand planning, Vendor-Managed Inventory, manufacturing, distribution and transportation) and with senior Walmart/Sam’s merchants and replenishment teams to maximize sales.
Voice of the Customer: Represent the Rogers-based Ferrara Sales Team in any upcoming logistics or service challenges.
Data Analysis: Utilize Walmart’s Luminate/Scintilla tools to create and download reports to identify opportunities to improve in-store in-stock levels for seasonal and other key internal functions to track production and order flow for each season.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience with Retailer Systems (Walmart Retail Link/Scintilla preferred)
Experience with an ERP system (SAP ECC or S/4HANA preferred)
Working knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI preferred)
Cross-functional collaboration
Strategic thinking
Analytical problem solving
Time/Project management
Tolerance for ambiguity
Verbal and written communication
Ability to work independently
Experiences that will support your success
4+ years of experience in replenishment and logistics. CPG or Retail preferred
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering
Results-driven mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with large data sets and data-driven decision making
Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP
High proficiency in MS Excel and Office Suite
Experience working cross-functionally including sales, supply chain (distribution, transportation, demand, supply, deployment), pricing, quality, and other departments
Understanding of and experience working through a distributor network (preferred)
What We Offer Ferrara provides comprehensive benefits that support health and financial wellness, plus paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Compensation: The salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing
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