Inventory & Process Optimization Specialist

International Flavors and Fragrances; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF is seeking a on-site Inventory & SAP specialist in Memphis, TN to drive accurate production reporting, reconciliation, and data integrity. You will collaborate across Operations, Finance, and Quality to streamline processes and ensure cGMP compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on inventory control, month-end close support, and continuous improvement within a global flavor and fragrance leader.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, supply chain, accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years in business processes, inventory management, manufacturing ops, accounting or supply chain.
• Strong SAP knowledge including inventory transactions, production reporting and MM processes.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Own daily inventory reconciliation processes to ensure accurate production reporting, inventory balances, and SAP transaction integrity.
• Analyze inventory, production, and materials management reports to identify discrepancies and drive timely resolution.
• Perform production confirmations, transaction corrections, backflush activities, and inventory adjustments in SAP.
• Support inventory control through raw materials reconciliation and production volumes, investigating variances.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Accounting to improve data integrity and processes.
• Lead and support management system activities including self-assessments, investigations, CAPA, audits, and improvements.
• Support month-end close through reconciliations, reporting, journal entries, accrual validation, and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve site-wide efficiency.
• Promote compliance with policies, EHSS, and cGMP standards; ensure sustainable execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Data accuracy

Relationship building

Ownership mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

IFF is seeking a on-site Inventory & SAP specialist in Memphis, TN to drive accurate production reporting, reconciliation, and data integrity. You will collaborate across Operations, Finance, and Quality to streamline processes and ensure cGMP compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on inventory control, month-end close support, and continuous improvement within a global flavor and fragrance leader.