DSD Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Possible.

Join one of the world's largest snack companies empowering people to snack right around the world.  Mondelez is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Ritz, LU, Clif Bar, and Tate's Bake Shop Biscuits and baked snacks, as well as Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka, and Toblerone chocolate.  Become part of a team that's dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and creating moments of joy around the world-every bite, every day!

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Job Scope

• The Logistics Inventory Specialist role is responsible for overall management of site inventory. 
• The Logistics Inventory Specialist will execute warehouse operations regarding health and safety, quality, food defense, sustainability, and policy compliance. 
• The Logistics Inventory Specialist will also work collaboratively with key internal and external (third-party logistics vendors) business partners.
• Responsible for activities such as inventory management (stock reconciliation, MB51 management, etc.), system interface monitoring, track and trace, claims management, invoice management (returns/credits/unsaleable), and compliance execution (Health, Safety & Environmental, quality, risk management).

Key Responsibilities

• Management of site inventory and maintain compliance on all inventory-related levels to ensure company standards are maintained
• Responsible for and execute the counting processes for the site related to cycle counting, ad-hoc counts, inventory accuracy, reporting, and monitoring.
• Review and analyze stock inaccuracies and guarantee accurate stock alignment between physical inventory and SAP/EWM.
• Manage the damage process to ensure the product is properly transacted to the damaged area. (donation or liquidation)
• Facilitate & manage the storage and processing of expired or tankage products to ensure write-off and processing in accordance with finance & internal controls, coordinate with management/finance for approvals to write-off inventory, and complete necessary
• documentation to support system movements/write-offs.
• Monitor inbound, outbound, co-packing, warehousing, and distribution activities to ensure shelf-life monitoring and management, support reduction of write-offs, and constantly look for opportunities to improve productivity.
• Monitor the EWM queue to investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve failed activities/transactions between ECC/EWM.
• Managing and supporting the Inventory Pillar by maintaining count accuracy and ensuring all critical questions pertaining to inventory are addressed.
• Partner with the warehouse and delivery supervisors to evaluate processes to identify ways of increasing productivity.

Additional Job Description

More about this role:

• Position Dynamics: Operating as an Individual Contributor on-site, this position sits directly on the local plant/facility management team.
• Growth & Impact: Designed as a high-potential learning role with a clear runway toward future leadership and operational management responsibilities within the organization.

What you need to know about this position:

• Operating Environment: Located at an active manufacturing/distribution site operating under a union facility structure.

What extra ingredients you will bring:

• System Expertise: Strong operational proficiency in SAP ERP (ECC & EWM) as well as Advanced Excel skills are highly advantageous for daily stock reconciliations and queue monitoring.
• Industry Background: Prior experience within the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) sector is a strong bonus.

Education / Certifications:

• Minimum Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent operational experience required.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Job specific requirements:

• Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant supply chain/logistics experience, with dedicated experience as an Inventory Specialist being highly advantageous.
• Work Location: 100% on-site presence at the facility.

Travel requirements:

• Travel Percentage: Less than 5% travel required to other regional sites on an as-needed basis.

Work schedule:

• Schedule & Days: 5 days on-site, Monday through Friday.
• Shift Hours: Standard shift begins at 8:00 AM until daily operational deliverables are completed.



Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $61,800 to $84,975; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.  

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Job Type

RegularWarehousing & Logistics Operations ManagementCustomer Service & Logistics