Project Manager - DSMI

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