Hawaiian Electric · 17 hours ago
Manager, Purchasing - Oahu
Hawaii, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expHawaiian Electric is a leading provider of electricity and services in Hawaii, committed to meeting the needs of its employees and communities. The Manager of Purchasing will oversee the procurement of materials and services, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering strategic relationships with vendors.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy Efficiency
Responsibilities
Recommends, implements, and oversees Purchasing policies and programs including strategic sourcing and category management plans for the Company
Oversees and manages all Purchasing activities including sourcing, solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, contract execution, contract management, and supplier performance review
Oversees materials and services procurement activities to ensure timely response, reliable, consistent, and quality service for internal customers
Partners with internal customers to ensure adherence to procurement guidelines, policies, and Corporate directives and objectives
Ensures Purchasing personnel are informed and trained on Company and Purchasing guidelines, policies, and procedures; and departmental activities are compliance
Manages and administers departmental personnel matters including performance evaluations, interviews, recognition of achievements, and disciplinary actions
Promotes and maintains positive strategic relationships between the Company and vendors
Works with vendors for accountability of contractual performance
Partners with vendors to achieve cost savings while maintaining excellent service
Plans, initiates, manages, monitors and serves as Lead or Point-of-Contact for all departmental initiatives, projects, and activities
Must be available after working hours to respond to emergency situations
Serves as One Company Procurement Unit Leader during Company Incident Command Team activations
Stays abreast of capabilities of Purchasing and Company information systems and/or upgrades
Determines optimum applications to realize enhanced efficiencies in procurement throughout the Company
Uses available data to benchmark and measure procurement activities and vendor performance
Organizes and/or participates on teams and initiates activities to improve Purchasing processes, efficiency, and effectiveness for the Company
Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response
Qualification
Required
Thorough understanding of purchasing and supply chain management principles and practices, contract law, principles of negotiation, insurance programs, just-in-time delivery techniques, accounting, economics and business administration. Such knowledge would normally be acquired through college level courses or related years of experience
Thorough understanding of vendor practices, techniques, and risks (to both vendor and Company) associated with construction and professional consultation. Familiar with risk mitigating measures and options when dealing with non-compliant vendors
Working knowledge of operations, maintenance, engineering, project management, construction, consulting, finance, information technology, as well as a broad understanding of utility business practices
Working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes
Knowledge of the capabilities and responsibilities of Company departments and divisions, as well as personnel in these areas involved with materials and services procurement
Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures contained in such documents as Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA); Safety & Health Manual; Code of Conduct; Information Resources Policy; Federal Sales Policy; Security Requirements for Contractors, Consultants & Vendors; etc
Thorough knowledge of personal computers and related software applications (i.e. SAP/ERP, ARIBA, spreadsheets, word processing, data base systems, etc.)
Demonstrated supervisory skills including effective written, oral, listening, presentation, negotiation, project management and conflict resolution skills; the ability to work with a variety of individuals; and the willingness and ability to train personnel
Contract administration, strategic sourcing, spend analysis, and vendor motivational skills
Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, conceptual, and problem solving skills to assess the demands of the job, develop innovative solutions, and recommend proper actions
Demonstrated in-depth analytical and administrative skills required for such tasks as preparing, monitoring and analyzing forecasts; preparing performance appraisals and conducting interviews; and carrying out company/department policies and procedures
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to motivate, influence and persuade various groups or individuals and to deal with sensitive, difficult, or confrontational issues with professionalism by using tact, courtesy, respect, and discretion; and effectively communicate with all levels both internally and externally
Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver's license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy
Multiple years (7 or more) of related experience in the supply chain management/purchasing field with increasing supervisory responsibilities or equivalent experience
Preferred
Continuing education and certification such as Certified Purchasing Manager is highly desirable
CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification preferred
Company
Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric delivers clean and secure energy solutions by using renewable and sustainable resources that is cost-effective.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2000-01-14IPO
Leadership Team
S
Shelee Kimura
President and CEO
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