Project Associate
Direct Supply · Milwaukee, WI · 3 wk ago
Management$15k/yrFull-time
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 Associate position, you’ll play a key role in delivering successful Aptura and Capital projects ranging from $15K to $1M, including renovations and new construction initiatives. You’ll collaborate closely with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams—including Capital Sales, Aptura Project Managers, Designers, and Operational Support—to keep projects moving efficiently from kickoff through completion.
Responsibilities
- Pricing, Quoting, Procurement
- Project Tracking
- Project Closeout Activities
- Supporting Team Initiatives
- Contributing to Process Improvements
- Managing Multiple Projects and Priorities
Skills Needed
- Communicates Effectively
- Makes Quality Decisions
- Applies AI and Technology
- Superior Organizational and Time Management Skills
- Ability to Learn New Software and Tools
What You’ll Do And Impact
- Oversee Aptura and Capital projects to ensure customers’ expectations are met with regard to scope, timeline, budget and service requirements while maximizing project profitability.
- Create accurate quotes or proposals, including requesting pricing, freight, logistic and/or installation quotes and drafting quotes or proposals for customers.
- Cook up and plan the execution of all orders with the customer and project team through order placement and proactive communication of shipment and delivery information.
- Manage changes in the fulfillment process to meet project timelines and budgets, while minimizing net loss.
- Provide proactive communication to Capital Sellers, Aptura Project Managers, Designers and other sales/studio partners.
- Participate in targeted customer visits capturing all customer selections, customer phone calls, and traveling on-site as needed.
Experience
- 4+ years of experience in project management, operations, or customer-facing roles with increasing responsibility.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects involving cross-functional stakeholders, suppliers, and service providers.
- Experience identifying and mitigating large-scale project risks while balancing customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and profitability.
- Proven ability to make independent decisions, offer creative problem-solving and drive results in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
- Experience leveraging technology, automation, AI tools, or process improvement methodologies to improve efficiency and outcomes preferred.
Additional Items Of Interest
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or related field
- Project Management certification of interest but not required