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 Product Analyst position, you’ll support the Category Manager by conducting in-depth data analysis, monitoring product and category performance, and providing strategic recommendations. You'll focus on competitive intelligence, pricing optimization, product assortment, and customer insights to drive category growth. You will collaborate with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to enhance decision-making and efficiency.
Skills Needed:
Applies AI and Technology – Identifies opportunities to boost efficiency and add value using AI and tech. Embraces and applies digital innovations and tech solutions to build business. Eagerly learns and integrates new technologies where they matter most.
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.
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.
Expertise in strategic decision-making, decoding market trends, and uncovering high-impact opportunities to drive category success.
What You’ll Do and Impact:
Conduct competitive analysis to assess market trends, pricing strategies, and product positioning.
Perform SKU rationalization and provide recommendations to optimize assortment.
Develop and maintain dashboards and scorecards to track product and category performance.
Analyze customer adoption and defection trends to inform business decisions.
Deliver product recommendations based on purchase history, customer preferences, and formulary development.
Provide pricing recommendations to enhance profitability and market competitiveness.
Collaborate with supply chain teams on product forecasting and inventory management.
Support private-label sourcing by defining product specifications and cost targets.
Leverage AI-powered analytics and forecasting tools to uncover actionable business insights.
Translate complex data into meaningful recommendations for key stakeholders.
Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
2-5+ years of experience in category management, data analysis, pricing strategy, or retail analytics.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, Tableau, or similar analytical tools.
Experience with AI-driven analytics and forecasting is a plus.
Additional Items of Interest:
Preferred experience in supply chain collaboration and private label sourcing.
Certifications in analytics, or category management are a plus.
Job Details:
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Job to be performed in the location listed. Generous benefit package available.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field
- 2-5+ years experience in category management, data analysis, pricing strategy, or retail analytics
- Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, Tableau, or similar analytical tools
- Experience with AI-driven analytics and forecasting tools
- Experience with supply chain collaboration and private label sourcing
- Certifications in analytics or category management
Direct Supply Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Direct Supply and has not been reviewed or approved by Direct Supply.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings are emphasized through a 401(k) with company match and stock contributions, alongside an employee‑owner model. Feedback suggests these features are a standout part of the total rewards package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentives such as annual profit sharing and bonuses are consistently highlighted as meaningful components of pay. Feedback suggests these payouts complement base salary and contribute materially to total compensation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources include a full on‑site wellness center with gym, classes, and recreational courts, plus a dog‑friendly campus and on‑site café. Flexible work options and everyday perks like complimentary beverages and membership reimbursements add tangible lifestyle value.
Direct Supply Insights
What We Do
For 35 years, Direct Supply has been dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to the toughest challenges facing the Senior Living industry. Now more than ever, we’re inspired by our customers’ commitment to serving America’s seniors during COVID-19 and beyond. From creating safe, desirable spaces and boosting operational efficiency, to helping our customers improve care outcomes and easily procure the right products at the best value – we’re constantly expanding our offering and developing new technologies to meet the complex and evolving demands of Senior Living.
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