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Associate Buyer Jobs in Winona, MN at The Watkins Company
Associate Buyer
Monday – Friday – Full Time
Hybrid Work Capability – 3 days in the office; 2 days remote
The Watkins Company has been a pioneer in natural flavoring products since 1868. From our world famous Vanilla Extract, to our unique Cinnamon and Black Pepper, The Watkins Company continues to be innovative in categories including but not limited to Extracts, Spices, Dry Seasoning Mixes, Bitters, and Baking Decorations. Today, we are seeking a new member to join the fastest growing flavoring company in North America.
The Watkins Company is excited to announce the opening for a full time, Associate Buyer located in Winona, MN. The duties and responsibilities of the Associate Buyer include, but are not limited to the following:
Negotiates pricing, availability and timely deliveries, locates alternate vendors, and manages released orders.
Seeks opportunities to maximize cost savings with suppliers.
Performs Production Planning/Database administration, and Inventory Control administration duties as outlined by management. Maintains the fields necessary for overall accuracy of any inventory/purchasing decisions.
Promotes and maintains good company relations with vendors by displaying a professional attitude and business approach.
Works with suppliers and internal departments to resolve rejections and quarantines promptly and efficiently, under the direction of the Purchasing Manager.
Communicates timely and accurately, problems and achievements to all those involved with the area involved.
Partners cross-functionally with other departments.
Processes and manages freight claims, and tracks inbound shipments that are not managed by the 3PL partners.
Under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager, collects and maintains compliance documents including liability insurance, vendor questionnaires, supplier agreements, and SQF documentation, COOs ongoing and for new supplier set up.
Our ideal candidate will at minimum:
Possess an Associates Degree in Business, Management, or related field/equivalent experience; Bachelors Degree preferred.
Demonstrate intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Experience in an ERP system such as Netsuite – preferred.
In addition to working in a strategic, dynamic and collaborative work environment, with a tight knit team, The Watkins Company offers a competitive benefits package including best in class Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% employer paid leave, as well as a flexible working environment, hybrid scheduling for remote and in office work, generous PTO package available upon hire, 10 fully paid holidays, and $1 for $1 401k match program.
The Watkins Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-Hybrid
Title: Associate Buyer
Company: The Watkins Company
Location: Winona, MN
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