Production Financial Analysis

Ferrero International S.A.; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero is seeking a Production Factors Analysis Manager (PFA) to lead quantitative performance management at the plant level. The role drives data-driven insights into production efficiency, KPIs, and cost drivers.

You will report to the Plant Controller and shape performance improvement initiatives. Based in Bloomington, IL, you will develop production models, support budgeting and forecasting, and ensure alignment with S&OP and planning systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or equivalent.
• 6-8 years solid experience in manufacturing performance analysis, industrial controlling, or operations finance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Good understanding of production processes, KPIs, and cost drivers.
• Structured mindset, attention to detail, and strong stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with SAP and performance management tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as the focal point for quantitative production performance management, monitoring utilization, efficiency, and variances of production factors (materials, labor, machines, waste).
• Develop, maintain, and validate production models to ensure data accuracy, process consistency, and alignment with real operational conditions.
• Define, monitor, and analyze production KPIs, ensuring transparency, comparability, and reliability of performance data.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and SAF processes through KPI analysis, scenario modeling, and performance monitoring across the planning horizon.
• Ensure coherence between production cycles, assumptions, and data within S&OP and planning systems.
• Identify performance gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities, supporting prioritization and quantitative impact assessment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing performance drivers and supporting cost reduction actions.
• Support the evaluation of investment and improvement projects by estimating performance impacts and monitoring related KPIs over time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Production KPIs

Data-driven insights

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Performance management tools

Job description

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We have a current opening for a Production Factors Analysis Manager (PFA) and are actively reviewing applications.

At Ferrero, the PFA Manager reports to the Plant Controller and represents a pivotal role within the Finance Controlling function, acting as the focal point for quantitative performance management at Plant level and driving the analysis, monitoring, and continuous improvement of production performance through data-driven insights.

Main Responsibilities:

• Act as the focal point for quantitative production performance management, monitoring utilization, efficiency, and variances of production factors (materials, labor, machines, waste).
• Develop, maintain, and validate production models to ensure data accuracy, process consistency, and alignment with real operational conditions.
• Define, monitor, and analyze production KPIs, ensuring transparency, comparability, and reliability of performance data.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and SAF processes through KPI analysis, scenario modeling, and performance monitoring across the planning horizon.
• Ensure coherence between production cycles, assumptions, and data within S&OP and planning systems.
• Identify performance gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities, supporting prioritization and quantitative impact assessment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing performance drivers and supporting cost reduction actions.
• Support the evaluation of investment and improvement projects by estimating performance impacts and monitoring related KPIs over time.

About You:

• Degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or equivalent.
• 6-8 years solid experience in manufacturing performance analysis, industrial controlling, or operations finance
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Good understanding of production processes, KPIs, and cost drivers.
• Structured mindset, attention to detail, and strong stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with SAP and performance management tools.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

What We Offer:

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The base compensation range for this position is $99,000 - 132,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com .

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.