Strategic Supplier Programs Specialist

Dakota Supply Group; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Training & development

Competitive compensation

Paid time off (PTO)

Extended medical leave (EML)

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance & disability

HSA with employer contribution

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Job summary

Dakota Supply Group (DSG) is seeking a Supplier Program Specialist in Plymouth, MN to support Supplier Program Managers with tracking, reporting and routine administrative tasks. You will coordinate with Finance, Purchasing and field teams to ensure accurate data and timely follow-up.

The role emphasizes data analysis, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration, with duties including scheduling, reporting, and supplier communication. DSG offers ESOP and strong development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required/considered.
• Experience coordinating across teams and managing multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word; Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain program records: terms, renewals, rebates, incentives, contacts and supplier listings.
• Compile data into summaries and scorecards to identify trends and gaps.
• Track timelines, action items and documentation for supplier programs.
• Prepare agendas, data summaries and presentations; document decisions.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Power BI

Job description

Dakota Supply Group (DSG) is seeking a Supplier Program Specialist in Plymouth, MN to support Supplier Program Managers with tracking, reporting and routine administrative tasks. You will coordinate with Finance, Purchasing and field teams to ensure accurate data and timely follow-up.

The role emphasizes data analysis, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration, with duties including scheduling, reporting, and supplier communication. DSG offers ESOP and strong development opportunities.