Direct Supply
Project Manager - DSMI
Direct Supply, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Position Summary:
Direct Supply is building the future of healthcare technology with industry-leading products, solutions and platforms to help improve the lives of millions of seniors and those who care for them.
In the Project Manager - DSM position, you'll drive the development and launch of innovative, industry-focused products that improve the lives of Seniors Everywhere. You'll collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Sourcing, and Marketing to lead cross-functional project teams from initial concept through to market introduction. Your expertise in project management and commitment to process excellence will play a crucial role in delivering impactful solutions.
Skills Needed:
Communicates Effectively
- Develops and delivers impactful communications for diverse audiences across channels. Excels in both small and large group interactions. Captures attention, actively listens, and guides discussions towards targeted goals.
Delivers Results
- Seizes new opportunities and tackles challenges head-on with urgency. Takes initiative and consistently hits goals. Zeroes in on key priorities for results. Drives progress through uncertainty and moves others to action.
Thinks Critically
- Analyzes complex issues deeply and objectively, revealing hidden layers. Challenges assumptions and balances analysis with action-oriented solutions.
Proficient in project management methodologies to effectively plan, execute, and monitor complex projects.
Demonstrated organization and planning skills to effectively manage multiple projects and teams, adapting to shifting priorities and demands.
Proven ability to self-start and adapt effectively within a dynamic environment.
What You'll Do and Impact: Oversee 6-10 concurrent projects to introduce new products and programs to the Direct Supply Branded portfolio, each with an annual revenue impact of $200K to $2M.
Lead cross-functional teams of 4 to 6 members to complete projects ahead of schedule and under budget, with typical project durations of 6-12 months.
Partner with business lines to drive technology-driven innovations, project implementation, and life cycle support.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of team tasks, meeting project and leadership expectations.
Develop project scopes, plans, and timelines; initiate and lead cross-functional project kick-offs.
Proactively monitor for potential risks, create risk mitigation plans, and make informed adjustments to keep projects on time and budget.
Identify and address out-of-scope project elements, quickly submitting recommendations for scope changes.
Regularly communicate project progress, challenges, and plans to cross-functional leadership.
Cultivate accountability within teams, leveraging functional leadership to address performance issues.
Recommend and integrate technologies that accelerate launch times and boost ROI.
Experience: Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, supply chain or other related degree
2+ years project management experience in product development/sourcing
3+ years experience leading cross-functional project teams
Demonstrated facilitation skills
Additional Items of Interest: PMP certification
Experience working with furniture or healthcare equipment
Demonstrated working/influencing at all levels of an organization
Trained in: Kepner Tregoe, Lean, QFD or other process/ development methodologies
Job to be performed in the location listed. Generous benefit package available. Clickhere to learn more. Direct Supply, Inc. and its U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to diverse workforces. 2013 to 2024 Direct Supply, Inc. All rights reserved.
- Develops and delivers impactful communications for diverse audiences across channels. Excels in both small and large group interactions. Captures attention, actively listens, and guides discussions towards targeted goals.
Delivers Results
- Seizes new opportunities and tackles challenges head-on with urgency. Takes initiative and consistently hits goals. Zeroes in on key priorities for results. Drives progress through uncertainty and moves others to action.
Thinks Critically
- Analyzes complex issues deeply and objectively, revealing hidden layers. Challenges assumptions and balances analysis with action-oriented solutions.
Proficient in project management methodologies to effectively plan, execute, and monitor complex projects.
Demonstrated organization and planning skills to effectively manage multiple projects and teams, adapting to shifting priorities and demands.
Proven ability to self-start and adapt effectively within a dynamic environment.
What You'll Do and Impact: Oversee 6-10 concurrent projects to introduce new products and programs to the Direct Supply Branded portfolio, each with an annual revenue impact of $200K to $2M.
Lead cross-functional teams of 4 to 6 members to complete projects ahead of schedule and under budget, with typical project durations of 6-12 months.
Partner with business lines to drive technology-driven innovations, project implementation, and life cycle support.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of team tasks, meeting project and leadership expectations.
Develop project scopes, plans, and timelines; initiate and lead cross-functional project kick-offs.
Proactively monitor for potential risks, create risk mitigation plans, and make informed adjustments to keep projects on time and budget.
Identify and address out-of-scope project elements, quickly submitting recommendations for scope changes.
Regularly communicate project progress, challenges, and plans to cross-functional leadership.
Cultivate accountability within teams, leveraging functional leadership to address performance issues.
Recommend and integrate technologies that accelerate launch times and boost ROI.
Experience: Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, supply chain or other related degree
2+ years project management experience in product development/sourcing
3+ years experience leading cross-functional project teams
Demonstrated facilitation skills
Additional Items of Interest: PMP certification
Experience working with furniture or healthcare equipment
Demonstrated working/influencing at all levels of an organization
Trained in: Kepner Tregoe, Lean, QFD or other process/ development methodologies
Job to be performed in the location listed. Generous benefit package available. Clickhere to learn more. Direct Supply, Inc. and its U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to diverse workforces. 2013 to 2024 Direct Supply, Inc. All rights reserved.