[Remote] Materials Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bimbo Bakeries USA is the largest baking company in the world, employing over 20,000 associates nationwide to ensure consumers have access to fresh products. The Materials Analyst role is responsible for balancing supply and demand for ingredients and packaging in the BBU inbound supply chain, executing release orders, and maintaining inventory levels.

Responsibilities

• Complete the MRP analysis/replenishment review of required stocking levels for ingredients and packaging in designated plants
• Execute release orders to approved suppliers based on existing purchasing contracts and blanket purchase orders, track confirmations, and expedite shipments as necessary to maintain inventory levels within the guidelines set by BBU
• Maintain web-based inventory planning sheets on a weekly/daily schedule as specified by BBU
• Execute release orders in Oracle and track confirmations to insure timely receipt of ingredients and packaging into bakeries
• Manage packaging and ingredients transitions as a result of innovation, packaging re-design, promotional activity and product transfers
• Obtain and update forecasts in inventory planning sheets to support new product introductions and promotional activity
• Review, coordinate, and place release orders for all bulk ingredients at designated plants
• Review monthly analysis of slow moving inventory and take appropriate actions to reduce obsolescence
• Build and maintain strong business-to-business relationships with key suppliers & internal customers
• Identify, research and implement cost-saving opportunities
• Track and expedite incoming orders as needed to insure continued production at the plants

Skills

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or customer service
• Excellent interpersonal & problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Excel, ERP software, and Outlook
• Team player able to work in a high volume, fast paced & time sensitive environment
• Bachelor Degree in Business or related field preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off
• 401k & Company Match

Company Overview

Have you ever started your morning with a Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or bitten into the perfect slice of Sara Lee® bread? Do you break open a fresh box of Entenmann’s® donuts at family gatherings? If so, you’re already a fan of Bimbo Bakeries USA – the powerhouse behind these iconic brands! Bimbo Bakeries USA is part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in 39 countries. It was founded in 1945, and is headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://bimbobakeriesusa.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Bimbo Bakeries USA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.