Product Owner

Based in Lancaster, PA, Clark Associates has been a disruptive force in the foodservice industry for over 50 years. As its newest division, Clark National Accounts has been charged with further expanding the reach of Clark's products and services through the strategic application of technology and innovation. Our team's overarching goal is to provide creative and effective solutions to the unique needs and challenges of national accounts across Restaurant & Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Higher Education, Senior Living, Casino, B&I, and Entertainment industries as it relates to the sourcing of over 500K products across multiple categories that are required to run their day-to-day operations. Representing the Platform Analyst Team, Clark National Accounts continues to sustain an exhilarating growth rate, and with the desire for expansion, comes ample opportunities for professional development and the chance to impact the trajectory of an ever-evolving business unit. We're looking for hungry and humble candidates excited to work with some of the hottest national brands and be a part of our fast-growing team.

We are looking to develop its Platform Team by hiring an entry level Product Analyst. This role will support our e-commerce business by serving as a strategic partner between clients, internal stakeholders, and the Development team to design, prioritize, and implement product initiatives that drive business growth and enhance the customer experience. This role requires advanced analytical skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to exercise independent judgment on matters of significance. Product Analysts specialize within Business Optimization, Customer Optimization, or Customer Integrations—and are responsible for guiding the vision and execution of platform enhancements from concept through deployment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Leads efforts to analyze and interpret data to determine development needs and their priorities.
• Act as primary liaison between clients and the Development team, translating business needs into technical specifications
• Exercise authority to recommend and prioritize product enhancements, system changes, and integration initiatives based on business impact and strategic goals
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and behavioral data studies to identify growth opportunities and address emerging business needs
• Collaborate with clients, development,