Who We Are
IRCA Group, part of the Advent portfolio, was founded in Italy in 1919 and is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, ice cream ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial customers or independent artisanal producers.
With over 2,400 employees, 22 production plants worldwide, and €1 billion in revenue, IRCA Group has a strong track record of growth and international expansion.
What We Offer
• An international and inclusive environment, with opportunities to work on global projects and collaborate with colleagues from all over the world
• Professional growth opportunities, including possibilities abroad
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Additional performance-related bonuses
• Company laptop and mobile phone
The Heart of Your Mission
We are looking for a Junior Material Planning Specialist to join the Supply Chain team at our Gallarate (Varese) headquarters.
This is an operational role, with hands-on responsibilities in the daily management of materials and inbound logistics flows. At the same time, it offers long-term growth prospects within the Supply Chain function.
What You Will Be Responsible For
• Reordering (call-offs) of raw materials, packaging and third-party products
• Coordination with purchasing, production and quality departments
• Monitoring stock levels and managing inventory turnover
• Preparing monthly KPI reports and analyses
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of operational processes
What Will Help You Start Strong
• Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields
• Excellent command of both Italian and English – both languages will be tested during the selection process
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Solid analytical skills and problem-solving orientation
• Excellent knowledge of Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts)
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI or similar) is a plus