**Job title** – Inventory Specialist (74000) **Location** – Barcelona, Spain **Job model** – Hybrid We are dsm-firmenich – innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. We bring progress to life by combining the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable. From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise. With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 employees, we are determined to be a force for good. And to work together to positively impact people and planet. As an Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing the inventory performance for the assigned manufactured plants / distribution locations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to improve inventory health, as well as reduce obsolescence risks and physical losses. You will provide analytical insights on inventory performance opportunities in your area of responsibility. At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. **Your key responsibilities** + Manage the inventory for Taste EUR plants / locations assigned with focus on mitigating and / or depleting nonvalue added inventory and increasing inventory quality ratio. + Lead Inventory Losses/provision process and actions with local teams (Purchasing, Production, Quality, Operations, and Commercial), propose initiatives to reduce losses and track their effectiveness. + Identify and analyse the root causes of inventory losses, propose, execute and effectively follow up on cross-functional action plans. + Review planning parameters to identify opportunities to reduce inventory-related losses. + Collaborate with materials and capacity planning teams on inventory monitoring routines to proactively identify and mitigate overstocks and shortages over next 6 months horizon. + Prepare and issue inventory reports and ad hoc analysis for inventory related matters. **We bring** + A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers; + A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally; + The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose; + A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome; + A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things; + An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future; **You bring** + University degree or equivalent in in Engineer, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Economics + 2-3 years of experience in supply chain, planning and / or inventory management + Collaborative team player, action-oriented and results-driven. + Analytical acumen, able to translate detailed and transactions into a big picture. + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power qry / Power Bi / BW is a plus. + ERP Software experience (SAP ECC; SAP APO or equivalent) + Advance Planning Solutions experience is a plus (Kinaxis). + Financial / accounting basics is a plus. As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. **The application process** Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. **Equal Opportunities Commitment** dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. **About dsm-firmenich** As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com Pease note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.