Buyer - Oahu

hawaiianel•Honolulu, HI

2d•$66,000 - $80,900

About The Position

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company. Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package. Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged. BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION: The P VP PURCHASING Department of the P SUPPORT SERVICES Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 2 Management vacancies available. This position may be filled on Oahu, Maui, or Hawaii Island. (Role: Professional) JOB FUNCTION: Responsible for the transactions involving the purchase of goods and services.

Requirements

Working knowledge of the concepts and principles of purchasing systems, techniques and procedures that are normally acquired through various college level courses or related experience.
Proficient in the use of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications including SAP and the Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills to influence and persuade various groups or individuals.
Analytical/organizational and conceptual skills to handle various projects and programs.
Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
Ability to maintain and deal with multiple deadlines, as well as the capacity to handle a high volume of workload.
Excellent oral, written and listening skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and public sector.
Several years (3-5) of related work or business experience, preferably in a purchasing or closely related field.

Responsibilities

Purchase Order (PO) Process:
Uses SAP (the Company's enterprise resource planning software) appropriately to procure goods and services for the Company from reliable vendors in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring that appropriate Purchasing requirements are met.
Works directly, at all levels, with vendors to maintain effective vendor relationships; determines the appropriate procurement strategy to maximize the overall value for the Company.
Reviews all contract and PO provisions. Maintains basic familiarity with contract language and associated terms and conditions to ensure appropriate risk mitigation.
Utilizes SAP Ariba Contract Lifecycle Management and ISNetworld Contractor Management tools appropriately to ensure compliant PO issuance.
Resolves vendor disputes regarding delivery, invoicing, and payment discrepancies.
Sourcing:
Solicits and evaluates informal competitive bids as needed.
Ensures achievement of the best value to the Company by coordinating and directing the competitive bid process and making sound/logical recommendations according to policies and procedures.
Actively seeks and achieves opportunities for cost reduction, cost savings, and other Purchasing department goals.
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with existing/new vendors and internal customers.
Participates in category management assessments and forecasts as needed.
Transactional Efficiencies:
Works collaboratively with Supply Chain Clerks and Disbursement Accounting Clerks to rectify and resolve purchase order and/or invoice discrepancies--this may require communication with the vendor and/or the business unit to verify job scope, schedule, price, freight charges, Incoterms, quantity, and ensure remittance complies with contracted terms.
Uses tools such as MS Outloook, SAP, MS Word, and MS Excel spreadsheets to improve efficiencies in daily tasks.
Other:
Executes work to a high professional standard and ensure compliance with Company policies/procedures, Corporate and External Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and ethical guidelines.
Performs and is accountable for other responsibilities and duties as assigned--this may include but is not limited to: Participation in Company emergency response activities as assigned, and any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.
Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.