Jennifer Watson
About Jennifer Watson
Jennifer Watson is a Procurement Manager at Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc. and has extensive experience in product sourcing and education, holding degrees in art and education from various institutions.
Current Role at Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc.
Jennifer Watson serves as the Procurement Manager at Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc. since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the procurement processes and ensuring the efficient sourcing of products. Her tenure at the company spans five years, during which she has contributed to the organization's supply chain management in Omaha, Nebraska.
Experience at Oriental Trading Company
Jennifer Watson has held multiple positions at Oriental Trading Company, a Berkshire Hathaway Company. She began her journey there as an Assistant Category Buyer for Apparel Accessories from 2012 to 2013. Following this role, she transitioned to Product Sourcing Specialist in 2013, where she has worked for 11 years. In 2016, she advanced to the position of Product Sourcing Supervisor, a role she has maintained for eight years. Her experience at Oriental Trading has focused on product sourcing and category management.
Educational Background
Jennifer Watson has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Education K-12 Art from Peru State College, attending from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she studied at the College of Saint Mary, working towards a Master of Science in Education (MSE) in Education K-6 from 2009 to 2011. Earlier in her academic journey, she achieved a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Product Design from Parsons School of Design, studying from 1988 to 1992. She also attended Memphis College of Art for Art/Art Studies.
Previous Teaching Experience
Before her roles in procurement and product sourcing, Jennifer Watson worked as an Art Teacher at The Durham Museum from 2009 to 2012. During this three-year period, she taught art to students in the Greater Omaha Area, utilizing her educational background in art and education.