Supply Chain Assistant

Supply Chain Assistant 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, Supply Chain Assistant located in Winona, MN. The duties and responsibilities of the Supply Chain Assistant include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Provides support to the forecasting, planning, and purchasing department.
2. Conducts inventory analysis. Assembles and analyzes weekly and month end department reports including KPI’s, safety stock, excess and obsoletes and quarterly reports for supplier evaluations.
3. Provides inventory control that counts on centralized purchased items to the purchasing team.
4. Maintains and corrects the ERP system, including but not limited to spec updates and bill of material changes.
5. Maintains the bill of material effectivity dates and material management reports in accordance with plannings provided information.
6. Maintains SQF Documentation for Supplier Qualifications
7. Maintain supplier contracts, certificates, specifications, insurance records, and audit documentation.
8. Support supplier setup and maintain supplier, item, pricing, lead-time, and purchasing master data.
9. Manage freight claims from documentation and carrier communication through resolution.
10. Assist the VP of Operations with KPI reporting and analysis, preparation of PowerPoint presentations, and other administrative and operational support tasks as  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

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. Possess a High School Diploma/GED;
Associates Degree or working toward a degree in Business – preferred.
2. Knowledge or experience in a transportation, expediting, purchasing, planning, forecasting and inventory control – preferred.
3. Demonstrate intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
4. Experience in an ERP system such as Netsuite – preferred.