Sr. Analyst, IBP Governance

Ferrara Candy Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking a Sr. Analyst, IBP Process Governance to lead governance, standardization, and continuous improvement across the organization.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure consistent planning processes and accurate information supports key business decisions. This highly cross-functional role focuses on developing planning capabilities, improving collaboration, and driving Ferrara's IBP maturity with dashboards,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain, IBP, S&OP, Operations, or related functions.
• Experience supporting cross-functional planning processes.
• Experience creating process documentation, governance standards, or business reporting.
• Experience in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of IBP or S&OP processes preferred.
• Experience with data visualization/reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP IBP Fiori).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Ferrara's monthly Integrated Business Planning governance process with meeting prep and action follow-up.
• Maintain and improve IBP governance standards, docs, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor adherence to planning processes and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Operations on enhancements.
• Develop training materials to strengthen adoption of IBP standards.
• Prepare executive reports, dashboards, and governance communications.
• Support planning transformation initiatives and IBP maturity.
• Create governance scorecards and metrics to measure effectiveness.
• Support KPI reporting, executive dashboards, and business reviews.
• Analyze planning performance and identify improvements in efficiency, service, inventory, and forecast accuracy.
• Assist with change management, training, and communications for IBP enhancements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Influence

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SAP IBP Fiori

Job description

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

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 including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

Ferrara is transforming the way we plan for the future, and we're looking for a collaborative leader to help shape that journey. As the Sr. Analyst, IBP Process Governance, you'll play a critical role in supporting our Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process by driving governance, standardization, and continuous improvement across the organization.

In this highly cross-functional role, you'll partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to ensure planning processes are executed consistently, governance standards are maintained, and business decisions are supported by accurate information and disciplined processes. You'll help build planning capabilities that improve collaboration, strengthen decision making, and support Ferrara's continued growth.

Ways you will make a difference

• Coordinate and manage Ferrara's monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) governance process, including meeting preparation, decision tracking, and action follow-up.
• Maintain and continuously improve IBP governance standards, documentation, policies, and operating procedures.
• Monitor compliance with established planning processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to implement process enhancements and best practices.
• Develop training materials and support capability-building initiatives that strengthen organizational adoption of IBP standards.
• Prepare executive reports, governance communications, dashboards, and performance summaries that enable informed business decisions.
• Support ongoing planning transformation initiatives and help advance Ferrara's IBP maturity.
• Develop governance scorecards and process compliance metrics to measure planning effectiveness and adoption.
• Support KPI reporting, executive dashboards, and business performance reviews
• Analyze planning process performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service, inventory, and forecast accuracy
• Support change management, training, and communications related to IBP process enhancements.

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and process discipline.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and planning/reporting systems.

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Operations, Project Management, or related functions.
• Experience supporting cross-functional planning processes.
• Experience creating process documentation, governance standards, or business reporting.
• Experience working in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes is preferred.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP IBP Fiori Applications, etc.) preferred
• Strong analytical and process improvement capabilities

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $ 81,225 - $ 113,715 annually.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.