Sr Analyst, Bakery-Maintenance Inventory

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious? 

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. 

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! 

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Sr. Analyst, Bakery–Maintenance Inventory to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. In this role, you will ensure the reliability and efficiency of bakery operations by managing maintenance inventory systems, optimizing parts availability, and supporting equipment uptime. You will play a key role in improving accuracy, reducing waste, and strengthening maintenance processes.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Hours: 8am – 5pm
• Weekend availability: As Needed

Compensation

• Salary Range: $85,000 – 95,000
  
  

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Oversee and optimize the bakery’s maintenance inventory program to ensure parts availability and accuracy.
• Lead and support inventory clerks while maintaining high standards for stockroom operations.
• Maintain and enhance CMMS equipment records, bills of material, and parts data to support maintenance planning.
• Manage purchasing and work order workflows, including PO/WO creation, review, and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, food safety, and manufacturing standards across all storeroom activities.
• Monitor and control spare‑parts service levels, inventory turns, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory processes, machine uptime, and storeroom organization.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Hands-on knowledge of MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) spare parts.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook).
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Knowledge of GMPs in food manufacturing and safe handling of chemicals and lubricants.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain an industrial lift license and perform physical tasks related to stocking and material handling.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Experience in food manufacturing or a related industrial environment.
• Familiarity with BRC, AIMS, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Experience with inventory cycle counting, job kitting, or stockroom supervision.
• Working knowledge of procurement-to-use supply workflows.
• Demonstrated experience using data to improve maintenance or inventory performance.

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.