Analyst, Inventory Control Chicago, IL, US Posted 7 hours ago

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Benefits package

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking an Analyst, Inventory Control in Chicago to plan and manage supply chain resources and demand processes, ensuring execution of finished goods and timely disposition.

You will monitor inventory accuracy, collaborate with Quality, Logistics and distribution, and lead process improvements for traceability. Travel up to 25% is required.

Bachelor’s degree and SAP/WMS experience, advanced Excel skills, and strong analytical and communication abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in distribution or logistics.
• Experience with SAP or WMS systems.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Able to work weekends/evenings and travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and ensure execution of all finished goods.
• Quality hold and release orders outside plant control.
• Collaborate with Plant, BU Quality, and distribution for inventory reconciliation.
• Monitor and report on held inventory; verify counts daily or monthly.
• Analyze inventory data to ensure timely dispositions.
• Lead best-practice improvements affecting traceability.
• Support recalls and rework coordination.
• Provide training to BU Quality resources on traceability procedures.
• Maintain electronic directories of current SC contact information for all distribution sites.
• Become SME in traceability data, tools, and procedures; admin of traceability software.
• Monitor inventory accuracy between WMS and systems; SAP IDocs processing.
• Be on-call 24/7 every 5 weeks for 1 week.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Ethics and integrity

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

WMS

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

## Analyst, Inventory ControlChicago/Aon Center, Illinois, United States of AmericaApply NowJob ID: R-106849Date posted: 09/21/2026Team: Supply Planning (incl Inventory)Location: Chicago, IL, USPlan and manage supply chain resources and demand processes. Establish robust forecasts by utilizing statistical tools, working with account executives and account managers.## Job Description**Responsibilities:*** Communicate and ensure the execution of all finished goods. Quality hold and release orders for product outside of plant control. Working with Plant and BU Quality and the distribution network, perform distribution product reconciliation of affected inventory.* Provide ongoing monitoring of, and reporting on, hold product; this includes collecting and verifying inventory count reports for hold product - daily or monthly, depending on the categorization of the hold.* Analyze inventory data daily to ensure timely execution of logistics owned dispositions.* Work with Quality, Logistics and the distribution network to ensure product disposition is executed in a timely manner.* Lead Best Practice improvement projects regarding processes which impact traceability.* Support Manager of Inventory Control, Hold and Release with mock recalls, recall readiness, and rework coordination.* Provide ongoing training and situation support to BU Quality resources as necessary, aligned to the core Supply Chain Quality Best Practices and procedures.* Provide support and input into Quality policies affecting product hold procedures, traceability and market withdrawal.* Maintain electronic directories of current Supply Chain contact information for all distribution site storing Kraft Heinz-owned finished goods.* Become SME in Traceability data, tools, and procedures, as well as application administrator of Traceability software.**Inventory Accuracy*** Monitoring and communication of inventory accuracy between warehouse management systems (WMS) and Kraft Heinz inventory systems of record.* Assisting warehouses with processing of SAP IDocs and inventory variances* Ownership of inventory accuracy and transactions for small independent warehouses.* Will require to be available on-call 24/7 every 5 weeks for 1 week periods**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in related field* Ability to work weekends and evenings* Distribution / Logistics Experience* SAP or WMS experience* Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint* Attention to detail* Problem solving and analysis* Communication/Presentation Skills (Written and Verbal)* Ethics and Integrity* Effectively works in teams* Ability to work cross-functionally and across multiple business partners.* Facilitate individuals working towards a common goal* Position is up to 25% TravelOur Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.**New Hire Base Salary Range:**$77,800.00 - $97,300.00**Bonus:** This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.*The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors***Benefits:** Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.**Wellbeing:** We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/AssessmentsSocial - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, TrainingEmotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support ProgramsFinancial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability**Location(s)**Chicago/Aon Center**Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact** [e-mail] **for assistance.**