Senior Analyst - Manufacturing

WHO WE ARE

At Ghirardelli, we’re on a mission to become a one billion dollar brand and beyond. We aim to be every consumer’s first choice of premium chocolate, driven by our commitment to Making Life A Bite Better. We are dedicated to personal and professional growth, and believe each employee contributes directly to our success.

Job Title:
Sr. Co-Manufacturing Analyst

In this role, you will support the execution of the production plan at Ghirardelli’s third-party Co-Manufacturing facilities, develop and implement SOPs for training, and build strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issue purchase orders, report production, and maintain inventory using SAP.
• Collaborate with Demand and Supply Planning, Deployment, Accounting, and Finance departments.
• Develop and train staff on SOPs, assist with new item setups, and minimize waste through effective inventory management.

Production Reporting and Scheduling:

• Coordinate and prioritize production schedules based on product needs.
• Ensure materials are synchronized with schedules and generate stock transfer requests.
• Report and record production activities, match and approve invoices.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain inventory control at co-manufacturers.
• Conduct physical inventories, reconcile variances, and generate reports.
• Track WIP, purchase orders, and Bills of Lading.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist with systems implementations related to co-manufacturing.
• Build relationships with external vendors, including occasional site visits.
• Lead SOP development and staff training.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.