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.
As a Sourcing Associate, you'll help Direct Supply strengthen supplier partnerships, improve cost competitiveness, and maintain a reliable supply chain that supports our customers. You'll use sourcing expertise, data-driven insights, and technology to identify opportunities, improve supplier performance, and deliver long-term value. Through collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers, you'll support sourcing decisions that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and business growth.
What You’ll Do and Impact:
- Manage assigned supplier relationships from onboarding through ongoing performance reviews and issue resolution to support dependable service.
- Execute supplier contract activities and maintain accurate terms and documentation to reduce commercial and operational risk.
- Negotiate costs, rebates, and incentives with suppliers to improve long-term value and profitability.
- Analyze supplier pricing, quality, and fulfillment performance to identify opportunities for savings and service improvement.
- Build data-supported business cases and recommendations that guide sourcing decisions and prioritization.
- Monitor supplier information and supply risks, escalating issues and coordinating responses to protect continuity.
- Implement sourcing process improvements that reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and strengthen execution.
- Apply appropriate analytics, AI, and digital tools to streamline sourcing workflows and support better decisions.
- Communicate Direct Supply's value proposition to existing and prospective suppliers to develop mutually beneficial relationships.
- Coordinate with sales, operations, and subject matter experts to align supplier solutions with business and customer requirements.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in sourcing, supplier negotiations, or supply chain management.
- Experience supporting supplier contracts and relationships to maintain clear terms and resolve performance concerns.
- Ability to evaluate costs, rebates, and supply chain tradeoffs to inform commercially sound sourcing recommendations.
- Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools to identify trends, develop business cases, and communicate findings.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.
- Ability to adopt digital tools, including relevant AI-enabled solutions, to improve accuracy and efficiency in sourcing work.
- Ability to travel by car and/or plane up to 10%.
Job to be performed in the location listed. Generous benefit package available.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent education and experience
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in sourcing, supplier negotiations, or supply chain management
- Experience supporting supplier contracts and relationships
- Ability to evaluate costs, rebates, and supply chain tradeoffs
- Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to adopt digital tools, including AI-enabled solutions
- Ability to travel by car and/or plane up to 10%
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.
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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.
