Natalie Germain
About Natalie Germain
Natalie Germain is a Category Buyer at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a background in operations, supply chain management, and data analytics.
Title at General Mills
Natalie Germain currently serves as a Category Buyer at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. She transitioned to this role following her position as a Sourcing Analyst at the same company from 2022 to 2023.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before becoming a Category Buyer, Natalie Germain worked at General Mills as a Sourcing Analyst for one year, focusing on acquiring and managing supplier relationships to optimize the supply chain and reduce costs.
Internship Experience
Natalie Germain gained valuable industry experience through multiple internships. She interned at Market Performance Group as a Business Analyst from 2021 to 2022 and at Best Buy as a Reverse Logistics Intern in 2021 for two months. Additionally, she participated in the Summer Development Series at Best Buy in 2020, providing her with broad exposure to retail industry operations.
Educational Background
Natalie Germain graduated from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Operations & Supply Chain Management. Additionally, she minored in Economics and Data Analytics. Her education spanned from 2018 to 2022, furnishing her with a robust foundation in business operations, economic principles, and data analysis techniques.
University of St. Thomas Involvement
During her time at the University of St. Thomas, Natalie held multiple roles. She worked as an ITS Customer Experience Workshop member for two years, a tour guide for one year, and an HR student assistant for three years. These roles allowed her to contribute to enhancing IT services, guide prospective students and families, and support human resources functions.
Early Professional Experience
Natalie began her professional journey at St. Croix County as an Office Associate from 2017 to 2019. In this role, she handled general administrative tasks and provided customer service, helping her develop strong organizational and communication skills.