Category Management Intern

Direct SupplyMilwaukee, Wisconsin

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Part-time

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Job Description

In the Category Management Intern position, you’ll gain hands-on experience in data-driven category strategy while helping evaluate market dynamics, analyze product performance, and support execution of strategic initiatives. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and develop insights that impactreal business outcomes, all while learning how to grow customer value through smart product and supplier decisions.

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.

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.
Solves Problems - Uses technology and sharp logic to craft inventive solutions to complex issues, digging deep to tackle root causes. Conducts impartial analysis, leaving no stone unturned for comprehensive insights.
Thinks Critically – Analyzes complex issues deeply and objectively, revealing hidden layers. Challenges assumptions and balances analysis with action-oriented solutions.
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.
Learns Quickly – Rapidly absorbs and applies new information and skills and enjoys new challenges. Innovates and experiments to solve problems, reflecting on both successes and failures for growth. Is a naturally curious and adaptable learner.
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced and data-driven environment.

What You’ll Do and Impact:

Conduct research on market trends, customer needs, and competitor strategies to uncover insights that guide category and supplier decisions
Analyze key performance metrics such as sales, margin, rebate, inventory, and service levels to support strategic initiatives
Assist in executing category plans focused on product assortment, pricing strategies, and supplier optimization
Collaborate with partners across Product Marketing, Sourcing, GTM, and Digital teams to support product launches and marketing efforts
Create and deliver clear, compelling reports and presentations that communicate findings and drive data-informed decisions

Experience:

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in marketing or a related business field, with a graduation of May '27 or later.
Ability to work part time (15-25 hours) during the school year and full time (30-40 hours) during the summer.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerPoint or data visualization tools a plus

Additional Items of Interest:

GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Foundational knowledge of business strategy, competitive research, or data analysis
Passion for working with data to uncover trends and support decision-making

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.

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FAQs About Category Management Intern Jobs at Direct Supply

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This job at Direct Supply is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Direct Supply lists this position under the following employment categories:

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What experience level is required for this role at Direct Supply?

Direct Supply is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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