PpSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert /ppFor more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s, NERDS, SweeTARTS, Laffy Taffy, and Trolli to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023. /ph3bWork Location: Chicago /b /h3pDue 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. /ph3bWant to make an impact? /b /h3pThe Analyst, Convenience will support the Sr. Director of Key Accounts by identifying forecasting bias reductions through analyzing multiple data sources, tools, and analytics. This position collaborates specifically with the major indirect customers of Family Dollar, Walgreens and C-Store as well as managing the Core*Mark and DOT forecast process. /ph3bWays you will make a difference /b /h3ulliDevelop reporting that aids in the analyzation of indirect sales for gaps to forecast accuracy. /liliConduct monthly meetings formally, and as needed, with the Indirect sales teams to understand their consumption-based (spin) forecast and the impacts on the direct forecast. /liliMeet and Align with the demand team on Direct forecast recommendations and outputs. /liliMaintain Blue Planner Forecast for Core*Mark and DOT direct Planning accounts. /liliOwns the drivers of growth forecast in the 2–6-month horizon (Displays, Innovation, Distribution) by working closely with the sales teams on customer execution. /liliUp to 10% travel required /li /ulp#LI-HYBRID /ph3bSkills that will make you successful /b /h3ulliAnalytical /liliCollaborative/Team Oriented /liliOrganized with strong planning skills. /liliAction-oriented /li /ulh3bExperiences that will support your success /b /h3ulliBachelor’s Degree with 1-2 years of experience in consumer goods, preferably /liliExperience using syndicated data sources (IRI, Nielsen, etc) /liliWorking knowledge of retailer platforms is a plus /liliStrong project management abilities. /liliHigh proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Power BI /li /ulh3bWhat We Offer /b /h3pAt 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 /p h3bCompensation /b /h3pThe salary range for this role is $75,500 - $105,750 annually. /ppFerrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and RD facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at or /ph3bEQUAL OPPORTUNITY /b /h3pWe 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr