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Possess working technical knowledge of product and process development and optimization, including formula and process development, optimization, manufacturing validation and implementation. Demonstrated application of food science and process engineering principles in developing manufacturing solutions with a sound understanding of the interaction between process unit operations and product physical and sensory properties. Working Knowledge with manufacturing environments including safety, ingredient management, confectionary manufacturing processes, packaging processes, Quality Assurance, GMP and Lean manufacturing principles with ability to lead structured problem solving and Focus Improvement teams. Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, TPM, and six sigma principles. Green/blackbelt certification preferred. Experience operating lab and/or pilot scale equipment/instrumentation and working in a manufacturing plant. Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing experience preferred. Advanced problem solving and evaluation capabilities. Ability to define, develop, and implement product and process optimization projects using Hershey business processes. Fluent speaking and writing English. Exceptional verbal and written communications skills Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across multiple functions in a flexible work environment with changing priorities. Excellent time management and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at different locations. Ability to establish priorities and execute multifunctional strategic project objectives. Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Proficient computer literacy, fluent with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP S4. Ability to accommodate unusual and extended work hours as required for project completion. Good interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with all levels across the organization. Ability to travel up to 15%.

Role Overview Work Closely with Sales and Supply Chain function to drive growth in Omni Channel through Superior Fill Rate delivery ACCOUNTABILITIES Partner Customer service for OMNI Channel. Drive fill rates by improving forecasting and availability at depots. Work Closely with Sales team to drive business. Drive OMNI Supply chain strategy for Hershey including logistics Partnership, demand sensing and value added service to key accounts. Lead OMNI Logistics and work with accounts to optimize OMNI Cost to Serve Drive Depot Level Forecasting for OMNI channel through IDP and sales collaboration Drive Order Management for OMNI with accuracy and adherence. Effectively partner with Sales, and Logistics team to resolve issues around reconciliation and reduce sales returns Work with Key Customer Accounts to reconcile fill rates, update masters drive joint business plans QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Skills Abilities Key skills include strong e-commerce platform knowledge (specifically Q-Com) Excel proficiency. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly with internal teams like sales and supply chain. Experience Education MBA from Tier - 2 institutes preferred 3-5 Years with FMCG experience

Major duties key responsibilities: Market Execution Understands and can drive secondary sales Handle beat efficiently. Able to coach TSIs Design handle beats to achieve better throughput per beat / per TSI. Ensure effective merchandising Drive range selling Business development Understands DPL (Dealers per lakh) Understands sales WOW sales practices to maintain market discipline achieve constant sales growth in territory Able to map restructure town/territory accordingly to business requirements. Taps local events opportunities for incremental business. Engage with KEY retailers Channel Partner Management Ensures proper communication of norms monthly sales objectives to the channel partner Ensures channel partner adequacy evaluate him as per norms and adherence to WOW. Leverage existing infrastructure of channel partner for increasing bill cuts decreasing man day loss Identifies new channel partners Able to add new infrastructure (delivery units, DSM etc.) by convincing DB to invest. Influence engage channel partner to align him to business objectives. Manage contingencies like TSI attrition, transport availability etc. Selling Negotiation Interact with channel partners retailers to inform about available SKUs, schemes price points Negotiates modulates schemes etc. to suit the type of stake holder (A win-win situation) Able to effectively handle grievance, issues, and objections of channel partners retailers on his own. Planning and Execution Identify growth drivers for business. Understands the given target, can break it down in weekly/daily numbers beatwise. Knowledge of brands, sales distribution, local activities schemes. Plan for achievement according to schemes planned, sales initiatives etc. Able to break targets TSI wise. Able to take measures initiatives to accommodate misses, changes in market environment to achieve target. Communication skills Comprehends the information and can respond back effectively. Able to collect inputs by interaction, brainstorming, discussions meetings, paraphrase them and respond back Able to handle objections negotiations and drive new ideas measures to implementation. Able to train his subordinates effectively. Achievement Orientation Consistency in target achievement. High on energy level enthusiasm towards profession company Diligent tracking of teams targets reporting to superior. Focused on task and leverages sales strategies effectively to achieve target. Able to deal with misses in targets on his own confidently. Suggests measures implements them to achieve challenging targets Technical/Soft skills Has Knowledge of DMS, MS-office formats. Able to update reports as per WOW Understands uses DMS data for better market implementation to find sources of growth for business Uses Excel to analyze secondary primary data They should be comfortable with English and local language. Should have strong fundamentals in FMCG operations Should have good oral and written communication. Efficient in writing mails. Should be comfortable working in Excel. Pleasant personality and willing to meet people Should be a go getter and have problem solving attitude Exposure to HHT (online order booking in mobile software). Experience: 3+ years of sales experience in General trade. Candidates must have front line sales experience for at least 3yrs. Experience in Guhawati and Shillong. Experience in Chocolates or food industry only. Education: Full time Graduate from any college/university

This position will provide comprehensive Global Trade Compliance and Operational support for Hershey India s exports and imports. The role will be reporting to Head, Materials Planning and will have a strong dotted line to HSY s Global Trade Compliance Manager, focusing on establishing strategic direction, setting priorities, and implementing functional execution. Key Responsibilities: Global Trade Compliance Program: Manage Hershey India s Global Trade Compliance Program, including the compliance audit process and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) qualifications. Regulatory Liaison: Act as the local liaison with the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Directorate General of Foreign Trade, and other government agencies concerning import/export activities. Dashboard Support: Support the Global Trade Dashboard and maintain a local compliance dashboard for imports and exports. System Implementation: Assist in the implementation of system capabilities for trade compliance tasks and identify and recommend improvements for logistics compliance processes and performance. Audit Coordination: Coordinate and implement routine audits with Global Trade Centers of Excellence (COEs) for the Hershey India to ensure compliance with government requirements specific to foreign trade and logistics security. Regulatory Knowledge: Gather in-depth knowledge of applicable regulations for India and share updates with relevant functional areas regarding changes in laws or requirements that affect the import/export process. Additional Responsibilities: Customs Compliance: Serve as the local point of contact for customs compliance requests from regional customers, including HS Classification, Country of Origin, and other related inquiries. Project Support: Support import/export and compliance projects based on business needs and identify potential cost-saving opportunities through FTAs, duty drawback, and other similar customs schemes. Summary of major duties include: Hershey India Customs Compliance Program maintenance - Ongoing maintenance of HSY India s Customs Compliance Manual - Audit Process (follow methodology, document errors and share reports with Global Trade Compliance) - Liaison with India Customs Broker. Participate in monthly Brokerage Performance Metrics/KPIs with Global Trade Compliance team - Support HS classification process for Hershey India s import/exported items - Ensure Record keeping policy is followed - Maintain copies of Broker Management Guidelines and ensure yearly renewal of brokerage expectations. Coordinate with GTC on yearly assessments and brokerage reviews. - Support Training to other areas in import/export compliance - Work with GT COE on any CBIC, DGFT and other government agencies request for information or audits. - Support implementation of systems capabilities for trade compliance tasks (FTA, HTS, etc.) - Keep up-to-date with changes in India laws and regulations as it pertains to Customs, Import and Export, and communicate necessary information to all appropriate parties and GT COE. Master Data Responsibilities - Master List Maintenance: Maintain an up-to-date master list of imported materials. - FTA Eligibility and COO Maintenance: Manage and maintain the eligibility of products for Free Trade Agreements. Global Trade Operations - Gather shipping requirements from Supply Chain/internal teams to facilitate placing ocean bookings with forwarder - Prepare documents ahead of shipment arrival to customer - Define and track metrics to ensure service levels are met - Perform Monthly and Quarterly Supplier Performance Review (Customs Brokers & Forwarders) Project Stakeholder - Participate in projects as deemed necessary by the business and departments Career Development - Goal Setting and Training: Develop annual goals, participate in cross-training, and define and support your career path and succession planning. Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities: Working knowledge of India based FTAs including Rules of origin and qualification methodologies Strong understanding of Harmonized Tariff System Classification general rules of interpretation Previous work experience in Import/Exports Compliance, food industry recommended Experience with India Food inspection agencies (i.e. FSSAI) Ability to work on a daily basis with teams across geographies (Asia, Middle East, etc) and multitask between projects Self-managed. Needs to be able to follow up and complete projects with limited daily supervision Strong initiative & Change Management Interpersonal communication skills, relationship management and collaboration skills Able to present professional and technical materials to different audiences Strong attention to details and analytical skills Strong follow-up skills Adaptive to fast and continuous change Strong oral and written communications skills Understanding of product line and related logistical product characteristics Analytical/math and problem solving skills Computer skills including data entry, PC, Windows, database and MS Office. Understanding of logistics information systems and system handoffs (i.e. SAP, S4, GTS), or other internet logistics based tools

The position will be based out of Hershey HO Mumbai, GTM Executive play a crucial role in supporting our Go-to-Market transformation efforts & Field force Management. Summary of major duties: Execution Assist in implementing the Sales transformation agenda and contribute to achieving KPI s. Help identify areas of concern in the execution of transformation KPIs, contribute to developing hypotheses, and assist in finding solutions and making minor course corrections. Periodically assist in reviewing plans to measure effectiveness and use the analysis to help fine-tune future activities Help with pilot testing key initiatives, assist in analyzing results, and contribute to recommendations Analytics, Plannig & Collaboration Assist with GTM Transformation analytics, planning, and dashboard creation. Support efforts to build the commercial viability of plans by periodically assisting in measuring ROI Contribute to present a monthly update (Sales Analyst Report) to the Leadership Team on the Transformation Agenda Keep close interaction and build rapport across key stakeholders Field Force Management Helping to ensure our field force is well-equipped, managed, and optimized to meet business objectives. Assist in finalizing monthly/quarterly KPIs for 3P manpower and support their effective drive and tracking on the field. Track and evaluate 3P manpower performance based on earnings WOE & DOE Help analyze field data to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement. Conduct attrition analysis for 3P manpower to identify trends, root causes, and help propose retention strategies Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education: MBA Experience: Strong analytical, powerpoint, excel skills FMCG Sales background is prefered.

Subject matter expert in all things SuccessFactors including but not limited to Employee Central, RCM and ONB Provide guidance to the COE as part of system release reviews and continuous system/process improvement. Oversee the design, configuration, testing, and implementation of HR systems and upgrades. Analyze HR business requirements and recommend solutions to ensure systems meet organizational needs. Collaborate with external vendors and internal IT teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of HR systems. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proven experience in configuring and optimizing various SuccessFactors modules, Eightfold, OrgVue and Qualtrics. Strong proficiency in SuccessFactors reporting tools and analytics, including Integration Center. In-depth knowledge of HR processes, platforms and employee data management. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into system configurations and reports. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders. SuccessFactors certification/accreditation is highly desirable. Excellent MS Excel skills preferred Experience & Education B.S. Degree in HR, Business, or equivalent experience. 5+ years experience with HR technology platforms, systems, analytics and processes

ROLE OVERVIEW This position has operational focus for the SuccessFactors Compensation, Talent suite, Role-Based Permissions and HR analytics technology with the ability to flex across platforms. Must have a strong focus on user experience partnering with the Annual Process team members to ensure that our annual processes are simple, effective people focused through technology. This is a full-time position that would adhere to Eastern Standard Time (EST) working hours. ACCOUNTABILITIES Responsible for the configuration and testing of the SuccessFactors Compensation and Reporting modules to support the execution of annual processes, including annual compensation and variable pay processes Prepare accruals using the SuccessFactors Compensation module, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to meet deadlines Responsible for the configuration and testing of the SuccessFactors Talent Suite and Reporting modules to support the execution of annual processes, including talent planning, goals, succession, performance management and career development process Responsible for SuccessFactors Role-Based Permissions, Reporting and Analytics Provide guidance, recommendations, and solutions to drive talent processes using the Qualtrics 360 Platform as it relates to any talent processes such as Continuous Feedback, Development Potential, etc. Other Applicable Scope Defining Dimensions Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Analytics, Information Services, Annual Process team members and key end users to clearly define requirements to facilitate annual process execution, system enhancements to existing technology and new system implementations Deliver technology that aligns business process and industry best standards utilizing existing software functionality and releases for continuous improvement Knowledge, Skills Abilities Proven experience in configuring and optimizing various SuccessFactors modules and Qualtrics Platform Strong proficiency in SuccessFactors reporting tools and analytics / Excellent MS Excel skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into system configurations and reports Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders Experience Education B.S. Degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent experience 3+ years experience with HR technology platforms, systems, analytics and processes SAP SuccessFactors Compensation (required) Talent Suite (preferred) Role-Based Permissions (preferred) Reporting (preferred) Qualtrics 360 Platform (preferred)

Major Duties/Responsibilities: This position will be a local procurement business partner, that works as a robust liaison for alignment between business strategy, policy process, and Procurement activity. The job focus is to ensure strategy execution, cost-effectiveness, supply quality, timeline, service and compliance in the acquisition and deployment of goods and services in Hershey India. This position may require domestic travel. This individual shall have the skills and capabilities to build, motivate and lead cross functional teams. Summary of major duties key responsibilities: 1) Category Management - Lead the indirects category sourcing strategy development for Hershey India within major spend categories. Collaborate with SME s (Subject Matter Experts) and Procurement Team to establish setting for competitive bidding and lead the negotiation process, to include the setting of terms and conditions over the span of the agreements. Establish supplier management and assessment metrics and processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Foster teamwork and collaboration to drive change and identify additional opportunity categories to competitively bid. Manage compliance and process following Global Procurement Policy and other policies that are required by the company. Ensure best practice and processes are adapted and core capabilities are achieved. 2) Drive Productivity, Margins Cash - Drive productivity and margin for growth for Hershey India. Track and deliver cost saving and cash improvement targets. Routinely pursue knowledge of relevant industries, market trends and technology improvements. Use current information in evaluation of suppliers capabilities to maximize value for the organization. 3) Policy Compliance Lead agenda to improve awareness and compliance to procurement policies for Indirect spend with stakeholders and set up processes to drive improved compliance while supporting business requirements. 4) Process Improvement Identify improvement or automation opportunities in existing processes or process gaps, design and set up process, communicate and manage transition to new processes by working closely with relevant business teams and SMEs within the global organization. Education: B.E/MBA/Materials Management Experience: 6 12 Years Essential Knowledge Knowledge of sourcing indirect materials/services, especially in Marketing Trade related spends. Knowledge in conducting RFQ/RFP bidding exercises. Demonstrate ability to interact with all levels of management with exceptional communication and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate with internal departments seek common ground and establish alignment to common goals. Financial Business Acumen Desirable Knowledge Strategic sourcing/category management Interact in Oral Written Communication Planning Organizing Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, ability to prioritize in an ever-changing environment.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra , India Position Title: Assistant Manager Talent Acquisition Summary: The Sr Specialist Talent Acquisition will lead full cycle recruiting for key business-critical roles and for all professional & non-professional level roles Full cycle recruiting includes candidate pipeline development, sourcing and assessment of candidates, ensuring a top-notch candidate experience, candidate calibration and offer development This role will utilize a variety of sources for candidate generation including research (internal/external), networking, direct sourcing, internet recruiting, associations, advertising, industry events, employee referrals, community events and diverse organizations, The role will utilize recruitment technology including applicant tracking systems, candidate resource management database, interview technology, and social platforms The role will also oversee the offer and pre-employment process for all levels of recruitment, Summary of major duties: Sourcing/Recruitment: Responsible for executing approved sourcing strategies to generate a diverse pool of on-target candidates who are interested and qualified, Build robust talent pipeline for key roles As the initial candidate contact, this role is key in contacting prospects to generate interest in career opportunities and developing ongoing professional relationships with candidates, Initiates telephone and email conversations with candidates who have not expressed an interest in The Hershey Company to present career opportunities, network and sell Hersheys employee value proposition, Stays abreast of new tools, websites, and strategies for effective sourcing; tracks and monitors effectiveness of sourcing strategies, Actively monitors and builds a presence on professional social networking sites, user groups, and blogs to capture active and passive talent, Lead Campus recruitment focused on identifying and attracting young pool of candidates for various roles within the organization at the entry level, Pre-Employment Process: Leads pre-employment process (Requisiton creation, Medical, background) for all Pay level roles Ensures HBP receives all relevant information for processing accurate and approved offer proposals and following our process and standards for Offer preparation & discussion, Partners with legal team/Hiring team to make decisions on questionable results for pre-employment Recruitment Process: Expert knowledge of Hershey Talent Acquisition Policies and Procedures Ensures timely update of Applicant Tracking System (Success Factors) and Candidate resource management (Eightfold) data throughout the recruitment process to guarantee accurate reporting data and active management of candidate and hiring manager expectations, Works with SBTP & Sr Manager TA on reporting needs for LT and Business, Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities: Knowledge of a variety of sourcing tools, e-g , LinkedIn, Indeed Resume, Career Builder, Monster Resume, Naukri, social media, etc Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with various levels within the organization and externally within the market Knowledge of human resources including legal and regulatory compliance Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education: Bachelor's Degree, Masters in Business, Human Resources or related field (MBA) is preferred, Experience: 4-5 years relevant experience in recruiting or Human Resources Show more Show less

Summary: The position will be based out of Hershey HO Mumbai, GTM Executive play a crucial role in supporting our Go-to-Market transformation efforts Field force Management. Summary of major duties: Execution Assist in implementing the Sales transformation agenda and contribute to achieving KPI s. Help identify areas of concern in the execution of transformation KPIs, contribute to developing hypotheses, and assist in finding solutions and making minor course corrections. Periodically assist in reviewing plans to measure effectiveness and use the analysis to help fine-tune future activities Help with pilot testing key initiatives, assist in analyzing results, and contribute to recommendations Analytics, Plannig Collaboration Assist with GTM Transformation analytics, planning, and dashboard creation. Support efforts to build the commercial viability of plans by periodically assisting in measuring ROI Contribute to present a monthly update (Sales Analyst Report) to the Leadership Team on the Transformation Agenda Keep close interaction and build rapport across key stakeholders Field Force Management Helping to ensure our field force is well-equipped, managed, and optimized to meet business objectives. Assist in finalizing monthly/quarterly KPIs for 3P manpower and support their effective drive and tracking on the field. Track and evaluate 3P manpower performance based on earnings WOE DOE Help analyze field data to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement. Conduct attrition analysis for 3P manpower to identify trends, root causes, and help propose retention strategies Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education: MBA Experience: Strong analytical, powerpoint, excel skills FMCG Sales background is prefered. Must have an experience of minimum 2-3 years

Prepare, review, and file statutory financial statements for legal entities in multiple countries, including India (Indian Accounting Standards), and other APAC regions in accordance with local accounting and regulatory requirements. Perform legal entity-level financial reviews, including for entities not subject to statutory reporting requirements, to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with corporate governance standards. Act as a point of contact for external auditors, providing audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as required. Reconcile US GAAP to local GAAP adjustments; maintain proper documentation and ensure appropriate accounting treatment per jurisdiction. Collaborate with global Tax, Treasury, Legal, and FP&A teams to ensure timely and accurate information flow for statutory reporting and compliance. Monitor and interpret changes in local accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory disclosure requirements across applicable jurisdictions. Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and reduce manual work. Assist with the legal entity rationalization, restructuring, or intercompany transactions from a statutory reporting perspective. Maintain internal controls and compliance procedures, ensuring alignment with SOX or equivalent regulatory requirements. Support special projects, including new country/entity setups, audit readiness, M&A integrations, joint ventures, and system enhancements. Minimal Experience Requirement: 3-5 years of experience in statutory reporting, financial reporting, or external audit with exposure to multinational entities and cross-border compliance. Prior experience working with regional or country-specific regulatory frameworks desirable. Background in a public accounting firm or multinational corporation is preferred. Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (India Chartered Accountant, CPA or similar qualifications preferred). Minimal Skills and Knowledge: Strong knowledge of accounting principles: US GAAP and local GAAPs (particularly India, among others), with demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financials in multiple jurisdictions. Understanding of legal entity structures, cross-border transactions and intercompany eliminations. Strong project management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and influence stakeholders without direct authority as a collaborative business partner. Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills, with high regard to attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.

Material Requirement Planning Review and reconcile forecasts with system-generated forecasts from SAP MRP systems to ensure accuracy and alignment in material planning. Review MRP; analyze for quantity, delivery requirements. Manually verify data by cross-checking and validating forecasts from manual sources against automated system proposals, identifying discrepancies and resolving inconsistencies to ensure accurate material requirements. Utilize MRP to estimate the amount of packaging materials needed based on production schedules, historical data, and consolidated future forecasts. Efficient closure of pending PO PR. Close collaboration with user / allied functions on ensuring right inventory levels. Develop strategies to ensure uninterrupted materials supply on a timely basis. Facilitate new and current cost reduction projects and achievement of profitability/growth objectives, operational improvements and change management initiatives Order Placement and Follow-up Issue purchase orders and schedule releases for packaging materials using SAP. Monitor production schedules, inventory levels, and lead times to adjust delivery dates using SAP. Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, negotiate purchase quantities below MOQ, and handle issues such as delivery arrangements and shortage delivery quantities. Production Scheduling Support Collaborate with supply planners to align material availability with production schedules, avoiding delays due to material shortages on a weekly basis. Effectively manage and integrate data from different formats and communication channels, ensuring that all relevant information is considered in material planning decisions. Manage Defective Packaging Materials Handle the return process for defective packaging materials by communicating with vendors, processing rejection notes from the quality team, arranging reject material returns with the warehouse and logistics team, and ensuring proper credit is received. Investigate inventory discrepancies and analyze waste percentages to recommend improvements, collaborating with the operations team to align on recommended changes where appropriate to Plant Accounting. Phasing in / out Packaging Materials Maintain the SAP material master records for MRP tab for all packaging materials related to the plant, including minimum order quantities, safety stock, lead times, and shelf-life requirements if applicable. Follow up closely on the readiness of bills of material for new packaging materials with product specialists and the plant finance team. Communicate with the plant operations and quality team on the new packaging material delivery to the plant, ensuring all pre-production materials are prepared before production starts. Manage the phasing out process by coordinating with the product development team and ensuring timely submission of provisions to the market.

Material Requirement Planning Review and reconcile forecasts with system-generated forecasts from SAP MRP systems to ensure accuracy and alignment in material planning. Review MRP; analyze for quantity, delivery requirements. Manually verify data by cross-checking and validating forecasts from manual sources against automated system proposals, identifying discrepancies and resolving inconsistencies to ensure accurate material requirements. Utilize MRP to estimate the amount of packaging materials needed based on production schedules, historical data, and consolidated future forecasts. Efficient closure of pending PO & PR. Close collaboration with user / allied functions on ensuring right inventory levels. Develop strategies to ensure uninterrupted materials supply on a timely basis. Facilitate new and current cost reduction projects and achievement of profitability/growth objectives, operational improvements and change management initiatives Order Placement and Follow-up Issue purchase orders and schedule releases for packaging materials using SAP. Monitor production schedules, inventory levels, and lead times to adjust delivery dates using SAP. Manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, negotiate purchase quantities below MOQ, and handle issues such as delivery arrangements and shortage delivery quantities. Production Scheduling Support Collaborate with supply planners to align material availability with production schedules, avoiding delays due to material shortages on a weekly basis. Effectively manage and integrate data from different formats and communication channels, ensuring that all relevant information is considered in material planning decisions. Manage Defective Packaging Materials Handle the return process for defective packaging materials by communicating with vendors, processing rejection notes from the quality team, arranging reject material returns with the warehouse and logistics team, and ensuring proper credit is received. Investigate inventory discrepancies and analyze waste percentages to recommend improvements, collaborating with the operations team to align on recommended changes where appropriate to Plant Accounting. Phasing in / out Packaging Materials Maintain the SAP material master records for MRP tab for all packaging materials related to the plant, including minimum order quantities, safety stock, lead times, and shelf-life requirements if applicable. Follow up closely on the readiness of bills of material for new packaging materials with product specialists and the plant finance team. Communicate with the plant operations and quality team on the new packaging material delivery to the plant, ensuring all pre-production materials are prepared before production starts. Manage the phasing out process by coordinating with the product development team and ensuring timely submission of provisions to the market. Inventory Management Establish goals and monitor progress on appropriate inventory management measures such as inventory turns, total inventory investment, inventory shortages, and packaging materials write-off to identify trends like slow-moving or fast-depleting items without overstocking. Manage the warehouse utilization and optimum level, defining the right stock level based on analysis of the monthly forecast provided considering the material lead time and MOQ. Prepare bi-weekly aging reports for packaging materials and manage the shelf-life extension request with suppliers and the quality team in parallel with checking on potential depletion plans with the supply planner. Escalate packaging material write-off risk and provision to finance on a monthly basis. Vendor Management Sourcing new potential vendor to support new projects and request Identify and establish key vendor relationships/partnerships to achieve win- win deal without compromising quality or service at the right price. Review and evaluate suppliers performance to ensure uninterrupted quality and competitive supplies that will meet operational needs. Responsible for evaluation and selection of new suppliers and maintaining competitive alternatives. Evaluate and analyze overall spend data for cost reduction efforts and develop process flow to improve overall of supplier performance Establish long-term, stable relationships with reputable, high quality vendors to assure competitive pricing, reliability of supply, high quality materials while maintaining on-hand inventory.

The Ficial Data Systems and Controls Goverce team in Hershey is responsible for global oversight and goverce for ficially relevant data, processes, systems and internal controls. The Senior Analyst Fice Data Systems (FDS) and Controls will be responsible for supporting the global team to drive efficiency and control into key systems and applications that support our monthly close. The scope of this position may include support for our global instance of SAP S4 Hana and may also support the close process and ficial systems for local entities using alternate ERP systems (ARP or Microsoft Dynamics as examples). This role will partner with the rest of the FDS and Controls team to govern ficial master data, support close processes, and identify and implement process or tool enhancements that drive efficiency into our accounting processes with better automation and control. The Senior Analyst will also play a key role in supporting internal control refresh activities to simplify and digitize our ways of working and to leverage new tools and technology. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Perform monthly procedures to provide system support for close and consolidation of ERP systems that consolidate into Group Reporting, with particular focus on ficial systems outside of the core SAP S4 Hana environment (ARP and Microsoft Dynamics, as examples) Support initiatives to increase automation in processes that support month end close, including initiatives to accelerate month end close by elimination of manual processes and journal entries Support process mapping exercises to identify enhancements to system capabilities, processes and internal controls Partner with Hershey controllership team and IT organization to support fice related enhancements in our ERP and ficial systems, including procedures to support the FDS team in prioritizing new initiatives, testing enhancements and supporting communication channels. Partner with transformation-oriented teams within Hershey to understand the ficial impact of other transformational initiatives and deliver Ficial Data Systems support where appropriate Partner with Internal Control teams to ensure goverce and controls over data, reports, system controls and reporting processes in areas of transformation Internal Control Initiatives Partner with Internal Controls, business process and IT control teams to assess and implement controls in areas of transformation Assess capabilities and support initiatives to deliver real-time and continuous control through partnership with the Internal Controls Goverce team, controllership and IT organizations Support initiatives to centralize controls through use of technology. Develop FDS solutions to bring control operation into on-system tools that leverage workflow technology, automated process, etc Execute internal controls where appropriate Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities: bachelors degree in Accounting or Fice 3-5 years experience in a SOX compliant environment Exposure to ERP accounting and fice systems such as SAP preferred Demonstrates professional judgment and high standards for quality and attention to detail Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and a desire to stay abreast of changing business technologies and trends able to partner and advance controls strategy along with changes to the business skills. BA/BS in Accounting or Fice 3-5 years experience in a SOX compliant environment Background in Internal or External Audit preferred