Procurement agent jobs in Hawaii

Application Deadline January 18, 2026 Department Administration Employment Type Full Time Location W.M. Keck Headquarters Workplace type Onsite Compensation $64,160 - $75,998 / year Reporting To Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities Required Qualifications: About W. M. Keck Observatory With acknowledgment and profound respect for the cultural, ecological, and scientific significance of Maunakea, W. M. Keck Observatory offers astronomers a unique vantage point to explore the universe. Our twin telescopes are at the forefront of astronomical discovery, offering transformative insights into the cosmos. We are dedicated to service, stewardship, and our community, all while advancing our mission to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Join us in this endeavor!

**About M.C. Dean** M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. **Why Join Us?** Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. Responsibilities As a Senior Purchasing Agent supporting MC Dean's growing businesses, your role will include: + Functioning as a key liaison between the Procurement team and internal stakeholders including MC Dean's Executive Team, Engineering, Sales, and Manufacturing. + Working closely with the core Program/Project teams to manage high visibility and high value programs, applying program/project management skills to assure the timely and efficient execution of MC Dean's portfolio of projects. **Your responsibilities will include:** 1. Procurement planning during the bidding phase 2. Understanding contract specifications and bills of material 3. Sourcing, identifying, and prequalifying vendors Developing comprehensive RFP's 4. Analyzing multiple quotes (scope leveling) Vendor Matrix ; working with project and engineering team to confirm completeness of scope of service and supply 5. Negotiating and finalizing agreements 6. Developing the Procurement Plan 7. Post award, managing plan implementation 8. Post award procurement planning and implementation on major projects and programs, 9. Transferring bid phase documents and knowledge to the project team 10. Engaging with the project team on procurement planning & implementation 11. Capturing and communicating market intelligence across projects & programs 12. Understanding, evaluating, and incorporating current market conditions into procurement plans, including but not limited to: 13. Pricing trends 14. Lead times and logistical requirements 15. Best value opportunities 16. Alternative products opportunities (Material cost/Labor savings) 17. Evolving contract compliance requirements 18. Reading, understanding, and interpreting contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules. 19. Traveling to project sites, manufacturers, and vendor as needed Qualifications + Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills. + Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. + Relevant Purchasing experience sourcing, negotiating contracts with Original Equipment Manufacturers, construction /specialty trade subcontractors and fabricators. + Proven written and verbal communication abilities + Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint and Microsoft Excel. + Familiarity with accounting principles. **We offer an excellent benefits package including:** + A competitive salary + Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance + Paid time off + Tuition reimbursement + 401k Retirement Plan + Military Reserve pay offset + Paid maternity leave **Abilities:** + Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. + Sitting for extended periods of time. + Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. + Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. + Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. + Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. + Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. + Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. + Identify and understand the speech of another person. Pay Range USD $99,840.00 - USD $149,760.00 /Yr.

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 posting will remain open until filled. Early applications are encouraged. BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION: The M GA ADMINISTRATION Department of the M GENERATION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional) JOB FUNCTION: Researches, plans, schedules, monitors, and coordinates work and materials to integrate and manage maintenance, operations and capital project activities optimizing utilization of Power Supply resources. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Develops the workscope for the work to be performed during overhauls, projects, daily maintenance and other maintenance activities taking into account past history, performance monitoring and other documentation combined with inputs from Power Supply Services, Engineering, Operations and Maintenance. * Plans the work to be done during overhauls, projects, daily maintenance and other maintenance activities based on work scopes developed. Planning includes researching and identifying the work to be done, writing work procedures, researching, identifying, preparing requisitions and ordering equipment and materials needed to accomplish the job, and estimating job duration and manpower requirements by craft. All of the above is to be documented in the Enterprise Resource Planning System in work orders and other forms in a format so all concerned can understand. * Creates the schedule to coordinate maintenance crafts, operations and contractors for overhauls, projects, daily maintenance and other maintenance activities in which resource utilization is maximized. Prepares the schedule in the software available, and takes into account other maintenance work, unit availability, materials availability and budget constraints. Coordinates work between Operations and Maintenance as primary customers. * Evaluates and measures work progress on a daily basis; adjusts and updates computerized schedule and the allocation of resources and materials as needed to ensure that the work planned is completed per schedule. Provides up-dates and estimates of effort needed to complete work. Performs daily field inspections. Coordinates and facilitates overhaul and project meetings, before, during and after the work effort. * Identifies the present and future operations and maintenance needs including overhaul and outage schedules and projects, in close collaboration with other departments for budgetary purposes. Creates work orders to track costs. Prepares reports on resource needs and availability for all resources including but not limited to personnel, monetary, equipment and material. * Establishes benchmarks with respect to tasks and resource allocation. * Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce in support of the corporate and department mission/vision. * Supports two-way communication to ensure feedback is received and customer satisfaction is achieved. * Interacts with all employees and other internal and external suppliers and customers in a positive, supportive, and collaborative manner, to ensure the fulfillment of company strategic objectives. * Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge Requirements * Working knowledge of engineering principles in power plant operations, maintenance and design normally acquired through college level courses or equivalent experience. * Working knowledge of power plant practices and procedures. * Working knowledge of project management principles. * Working knowledge of reading blueprints, electrical drawings, instrument control drawings, and piping and instrument drawings. * Ability to prepare material takeoff lists from drawings and written project descriptions for all scheduled work. * Thorough application knowledge of the maintenance work order program and scheduling system capabilities. * Understanding of warehouse operations such as researching inventory and ordering in-house material. Working knowledge of ordering equipment and material. * Familiarity with applicable state and federal regulations/permits, laws, and codes. * Demonstrated working knowledge of personal computers and mainframe systems and related software applications (i.e., project management, spreadsheets, word processing, etc.) * Working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting process Skills Requirements * Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills to create teamwork between staff, internal and external customers and suppliers. * Strong job planning skills, including estimation, task sequencing, and resource allocation. * Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of personnel (internal/external customers and suppliers), both in written and verbal communications. * 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 frequent required driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Driving Positions policy. * Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and problem-solve. Experience Requirements * Engineering degree in mechanical, electrical or civil disciplines with several (3-5) years of experience in maintenance or operations of power plants; OR * Graduate of a trade school with multiple (5-7) years experience in maintenance and overhauling of power plant equipment; OR * Extensive (7 or more) years experience in maintenance and overhauling of power plant equipment; some of that experience preferably at the working foreman level or supervisory level experience. * Few years (1-3) experience in project management is desirable. Role: Professional Number of Vacancies: 1 Location: Kahului - Maui Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Resource Planner - Power Supply (Maui) [Req ID 9838] position is $87,400.00 to $111,500.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. About Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs. The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at **************************** Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position. Applicant Certification By submitting an application for the position, candidates: 1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law; 2. Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company; 3. Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company; 4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and 5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history. EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at **************. Affiliate Disclaimer Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light ("Company") are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission ("PUC") regulated companies. The disclosure relating to Affiliate Transaction Requirements that follows is made pursuant to the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962, issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065. By submitting your application, you understand and acknowledge that, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate, said Affiliate will be required to make a one-time payment to the Company in an amount up to twenty-five percent (25%) of your base annual compensation. In addition, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate or an Affiliate-Related Entity, for a period of one year, you cannot appear in negotiations or otherwise interact directly with the Company or work on the same matter that you worked on while with the Company. Affiliate is defined as "any person or entity that possesses an 'affiliate interest' in a utility as defined by section 269-19.5, Hawaii Revised Statutes ("HRS"), including a utility's parent holding company, except as otherwise provided by HRS section 269-19.5(h)." Affiliate-Related Entity is defined as "a third party that provides electricity-related services in a regulated utility's service territory that has a material financial, operational, or ownership interest with an unregulated affiliate of the utility and of whom the utility has reasonable knowledge." For a current list of all Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities, please see: ************************************************************************************************** This list may be amended, updated or revised from time to time without notice. Nearest Major Market: Maui Nearest Secondary Market: Hawaii

Recruitment Number 25-183JC, Purchasing & Specifications Specialist IV, SR-22, Honolulu. Independently performs the full range and variety of work in governmental purchasing, standards and specifications development, and contracts procurement work for commodities and services that are highly technical and complex for programs within the Judiciary's centralized purchasing program; performs technical work in reviewing, processing and procuring contracts for capital improvement construction and professional services; and performs other related duties as assigned. Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Excess experience of the type and quality described below, or administrative, professional, technical or other responsible work which required a high level of analytical skills may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Specialized Experience Requirement: Two and one-half (2-1/2) years of responsible professional experience in purchasing which: 1) involved working with users and vendors in identifying, clarifying and specifying requirements of products; 2) included drafting specifications for formal bids and/or updating such specifications to ensure their currency and applicability; and 3) showed an understanding and use of common purchasing resources (e.g., catalogs, buyers' guides, etc.). Such experience must also have involved knowledge and application of documentation requirements for formal purchases, (e.g., bonding, indemnification, insurance, severability), formal bidding procedures (e.g., advertising, receipt and analysis of bids), and responding to inquiries regarding the bidding process. Applicants for Purchasing and Specifications Specialist IV must have one (1) year of experience comparable in nature and scope to the work of the next lower level in the Judiciary (Purchasing and Specifications Specialist III). Substitutions Allowed: 1) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited college or university for a Bachelor's degree with a major in purchasing or a degree in public or business administration with course work equivalent to a major in purchasing may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. 2) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited university for a Master's degree in public or business administration may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. 3) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited university for a Master's degree with a major in purchasing or a Master's degree in public or business administration with course work equivalent to a major in purchasing may be substituted for one (1) year of the required specialized experience. 4) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) from an accredited school of law may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to *****************************, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitution for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

Purchasing Specialist Reports To: Director of Operations Support PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsman with a full support staff of professionals who comprise of engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources. We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support our company's procurement efforts. The Purchasing Specialist will report to the Director of Operations Support and will lead the company's advanced planning procurement efforts supporting proposals and the transition to production. Comprehensive Material Status Reports (MSR) will be assembled for both government and commercial proposals. This position will interface with both the Estimating Department and the Purchasing Department. Oversees front end management of largely tactical procurement activities, managing overall sourcing strategy, quality, delivery schedule and cost performance of supply base. Interpret and review RFP provisions, references, and technical drawings for material requirements. The Purchasing Specialist will need to maintain working relationships with different stakeholders, including customers, subcontractors, vendors, owners, managers, estimators, engineers, supervisors, and production workers. Knowledge of government contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is preferred. Pacific Shipyards International, LLC Expectations of Employee: * Is committed to the company values and adheres to all Pacific Shipyards' policies and procedures * Perform duties of his/her job and as assigned by Management * Maintain a positive and respectful attitude and conduct her/himself with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co-workers courteously and respectfully * Communicates regularly with Officers, Managers, & Supervisors * Consistently be on time for work, meetings, and appointments and deliver work projects by assigned due dates * Maintain assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion * Maintain and ensure the safety of all assigned equipment. * Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards * Meet productivity goals and quality standards as set by management * Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications. * Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance priorities. * Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * One (1) year of experience working in U.S. Navy maintenance planning and execution of scheduled surface ship maintenance availabilities is preferred. * Practical knowledge and experience with material ordering processes, work scheduling, quality assurance, cost estimating and personnel management is also desired * Strong ability to develop and implement business strategy in a procurement environment * Demonstrated knowledge and experience in negotiation strategies and tactics * Self-starter, ability to work in a team environment to achieve desired objective * Ensure compliance with business policies, procedures, and regulations such as Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), ITAR and import/export Education/Training: * High School diploma or equivalent * Minimum 1 year of purchasing related experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned duties * Data Entry experience required * Must be organized and have the ability to multitask * Must be detailed oriented and a self-starter * Good attitude; must be a team player. * Able to construct and modify project schedules using MS Project is valuable * Familiarity with Requests for Information (RFI's), change order requests and material purchase status. * Knowledge of regulatory standards, including NAVSEA, ABS, CG, as well as federal and state regulations * Proficiency in MS Office and ability to effectively operate office equipment required Qualification/Requirements: * Must show proof of your legal right to work in the United States * This position requires US Citizenship due to security clearance required for base access * Must be able to successfully obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) * Must be able to successfully obtain a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to gain access to federally controlled work sites * All candidates must submit to and pass a post-offer drug screening and background check before employment begins. Failure to complete any of these steps will result in disqualification * Valid State of Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers' License in good standing or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver's License, if you do not have a REAL ID-Compliant Driver's License, class 3 or higher * Candidates must have access to reliable transportation to get to work and other job sites on time for the start of shift * Candidates must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required. Additional Information: This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Our Values Legacy: Family-owned throughout its history, PSI strives to fulfill the goals that motivated our founder in 1944: we dedicate ourselves wholly to caring for our customers so that they can continue to serve our community. Commitment: PSI approaches every project with teamwork, determination, and focus. Commitment makes it possible for the most challenging of projects to be completed safely and on-time to consistently exceed our customer's expectations. Integrity: Transparency, humility, and accountability are critical to every facet of our business. Leading with integrity allows PSI to continue to operate as the highest-performing commercial shipyard in the state. Loyalty: At PSI, every employee relies on teammates without question and supports each other without pretense. Built on the foundations of trust, loyalty to one another is paramount. 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We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better. Reporting the General Manager, the Buyer assists with purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers. Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit. Coordinates all deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements. Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s). Annual Hiring Range: $85,800/Per Year Benefits Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Main Duties and Responsibilities: Using SAP or current ERP system including Materials and Production BOMs along with customer flight schedules to determine quantities of all customer-required food, beverage, and related menu components along with Kitchen Operational Materials. Follows appropriate forecasting and analyzing procedures of load factor trends to determine appropriate quantities of required product purchases, and to eliminate stock overages and shortages Monitors inventory, usages, waste, and stock differences of materials and assures all products are wholesome for customer use Assists units in generating and establishing an accurate daily requisition system which is monitored, and maintained monthly through cycle changes for any BOM and Forecasting errors Audits and ensures accuracy of purchase requisitions and purchase orders Monitors responsible units to assure that an accurate food, beverage and controllable materials inventory is kept Follows Purchasing and Control Policies and Procedures and assures follow up on vendor forecasts, movements, and shortages Participates in the corporate SPIRIT program along with any MIB or vendor managements system Understands and ensures compliance with TCM regional and corporate programs, policies and product specifications Ensures unit maintains and reports accurate product substitution log and ensures appropriate follow up actions due to impact on materials cost Ensures all Monthly KPI's are met up to an including, DOH, Food Cost, Material Controls (AVT) are met Consistently maintains a professional image in all relationships and interactions with suppliers, customers and other employees Audits requirement report to assure forecasting through the system as required. Assures involvement in EOM inventory Process to assure all materials are properly inventoried Assures cost of local materials are managed in system as access is provided. Performs special projects and other duties as required Qualifications Education: A high school diploma or equivalent required College degree in related discipline or with experience in related discipline preferred Work Experience: 1 to 2 years wholesale or multi-unit food purchasing experience required Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety control practices (GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP) and quality program control preferred Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) General food knowledge Intermediate level Microsoft office tool skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills Able to work with little supervision Detail oriented Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations a plus Language / Communication Skills: Effective oral and written communication skills Effective listening skills Multi-lingual a plus Job Dimensions Geographic Responsibility: na Type of Employment: Full-time Travel %: up to 10% Exemption Classification: Exempt Internal Relationships: all internal departments External Relationships: Suppliers and external customers Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Regular Office Environment, may spend some time working in food storerooms Budget / Revenue Responsibility: na Organization Structure Direct Line Manager (Title): Mgr, Central Purchasing or General Manager Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): na Number of Direct Reports: 0 Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0 Estimated Total Size of Team: 1 gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job: Thinking - Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills Engaging - Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People Inspiring - Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively Achieving - Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity We communicate and keep each other informed We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details We foster an environment of accountability , take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone's day better The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law. For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: **************************************************************** We anticipate that this job will close on: 10/26/2025 For California Residents, please clic k here to view our California privacy notice. If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!

The expected pay range for a Senior Buyer in Hilo is $81,200 to $118,500 per year plus bonus. HPM Building Supply in Hilo, Hawaii is seeking to hire a Senior Buyer to work behind the scenes to help ensure an experience that wows our customers and grows our 100% ESOP company. The Senior Buyer ensures strong financial performance of assigned categories, executes pricing strategies, determines the right product assortments, and builds strong relationships with co-owners. The Senior Buyer also hires, onboards, trains, develops, and supports the Merchandising team. SENIOR BUYER QUALIFICATIONS * Must be self-directed, able to manage own time and execute projects on schedule * Eight years' experience in purchasing, preferably in the same or related industry * Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent experience * Moderate to advanced computer skills, including the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Excel * Valid driver's license required OUR BENEFITS * Medical (including prescription drug, vision and chiropractor/massage/acupuncture or Health Reimbursement Account ($2,400 a year) * Dental (with ortho coverage for employee and dependents) * PTO (15 days a year) + up to 5 additional days of Well Being Leave * Basic Life/AD&D coverage * Long-term disability * Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans * 401(k) Plan * Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) * AFLAC voluntary insurance and more! ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this Senior Buyer position, fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you! ABOUT HPM HAWAII HPM Building Supply has been helping Hawai'i build and live better for over a century. HPM serves the home improvement market and building industry statewide through its retail stores, building supply and lumber yards, Home Design Centers, roofing and manufacturing facilities, corporate offices, and U.S. West Coast Consolidation Facility spanning 18 locations across Hawai'i Island, Maui, Lāna'i, O'ahu, Kaua'i, and Washington state. HPM is also the parent company of Truss Systems by HPM and HPM Tech. As a local, 100% employee-owned company, we strive to enhance homes, improve lives, and transform communities by living our core values of Heart, Character, and Growth. Join HPM and become an owner!

Plans and directs the centralized purchasing of materials, supplies, equipment, and services required by the County of Hawai`i; provides advice and assistance to operating departments on matters relating to procurement; develops and implements policies and standards to ensure compliance with pertinent laws and ordinances; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate temporary full-time vacancy not-to-exceed 12/04/2028 (noon) with the Department of Finance - Purchasing Division in Hilo. May be eligible to receive a $5,000 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply. (Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.) The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment. Examples of Duties * Plans, organizes, coordinates and administers the County's program of centralized purchasing and execution of contracts for equipment, supplies, and services. * Directs the work involved in the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment, and contractual services through negotiations, informal contracts, or purchase orders and/or formal competitive bids. * Certifies requisitions and purchase orders as to the proper application of purchasing and contracting laws and regulations. * Reviews, analyzes, develops, and revises purchasing policies, procedures, and activities to ensure the County's compliance with laws, ordinances, and other requirements governing expenditures of government funds and to ensure that operating needs are met economically. * Provides advice and assistance to departments on complex procurements; recommends language on requests for proposals and contracts; reviews proposals, specifications, and terms of contracts for purchases necessitating formal bid procedures. * Oversees the public notice of bids, requests for professional services, requests for proposals, and contract awards to ensure compliance with laws and rules; reviews bids and agreements and recommends award of contracts. * Develops, analyzes, revises, and implements policies and procedures for quantity purchase of materials and supplies, for the review and control of procurement and contract activities, and for all related transactions. * Manages and oversees the County's purchasing card (PCard) program; develops, maintains, edits, and updates the related policies and procedures for the program, including the training and coordination with bank representatives. * Develops and maintains positive working relationships with line agencies, vendors and their representatives, legal, technical, and accounting personnel, and the public. * Maintains, edits, and updates the purchasing manual and other internal published policies, procedures, and guidelines; coordinates training for division staff and for County departmental procurement and clerical staff. * Provides information and education for the public by directing activities for the promotion and development of interest among suppliers to bid on government contracts and for the development of new sources of supply. * Directs work connected with the standardization of specifications; makes recommendations and serves on the Standardization Committee. * Plans, organizes, coordinates, and administers an enforcement program to ensure that departments are complying with the various purchasing requirements. * Serves as principal agent for the County to work with the State Procurement Office and other governmental agencies on matters relating to the procurement program. * Serves as principal agent for the County in dealing with other governmental jurisdictions on procurement and surplus property matters. * Serves as the primary resource to the Director of Finance, Mayor, and County Council on procurement matters; provides input on pending legislation affecting procurement; attends meetings and provides testimony as required. * Participates in the resolution of protests on bidding and contracting problems. * Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; provides training as necessary; recommends personnel actions on leave requests, hires, promotions, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, etc. * Oversees the preparation and maintenance of required operational reports and records. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to: * graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and * four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience in a government or a centralized corporate purchasing environment which involved responsibility for the procurement and contracting of goods, services, or construction through formal purchasing methods, such as invitations for bids or request for proposals, and * two (2) years of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity. Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.) Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of: principles and practices of governmental procurement; applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations governing purchases, expenditure of funds, agreements, and sales contracts; purchasing principles and practices; principles and practices of analyzing and developing procurement systems, policies, standards, and procedures; principles and practices of supervision; public relations. Ability to: plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the work of a central purchasing agency; review and control purchasing transactions and records; develop new sources of supplies; review contracts and agreements for propriety and legality; interpret laws, ordinances, and regulations and initiate and implement appropriate policies, procedures, and guidelines; establish and maintain good working relationships with representatives from other governmental agencies, vendors, and employees. Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements. * Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.) * Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year. * Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year. * Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable). * Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. * County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning. * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. * Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. * Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions. * Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums. * Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees. * Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems. * Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees. * Credit Union Membership * Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information. Supplemental Information Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required: * an official college transcript, * a valid driver's license, * a temporary assignment verification, * professional licenses, and/or * certificates, Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS: Please ensure that the email address and mobile phone number you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails and text messages or fail to check your email box or NEOGOV account INBOX in a timely manner. Checking your NEOGOV account INBOX daily is recommended and is the most secure method to check on notices sent to you. This is a new feature created by our vendor, NEOGOV. Please add *********************** to your contact list. Open your NEOGOV account using your user name and password. In the upper right hand corner of the account is your name, and under your name, click on INBOX to view all notices sent you. The notices will appear here in the INBOX even in the event you don't receive it on your cell phone, computer, or other electronic device. This is the best way to check and view all notices sent to you. You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email, indicates that your application was not submitted. 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Title: Contract/Procurement Specialist 0080509, 0080568 Hiring Unit: VP for Budget and Finance, Office of Procurement Management Salary: salary schedules and placement information Additional Salary Information: PBB, minimum $5,434/month Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Funding: General Duties and Responsibilities * Conducts the full lifecycle of procurement activities including planning and specification writing, drafting, posting and administering solicitations, award of contracts, contract administration, monitoring vendor performance, and modification, termination, and closing of contracts as appropriate. * Ensures the timely processing of University procurement requests as assigned. * Provides technical advice, interpretations and/or makes effective recommendations regarding procurement policies, procedures and requirements and works with customers and vendors to refine procurement requests or responses while ensuring compliance with purchasing and contracting requirements. * Reviews potential vendor terms and conditions and negotiates contracts/agreements between the University and reputable vendors that align with the terms allowable under the contracting policy of the University. * Resolves operational and administrative matters in accordance with current policies, procedures, and directives as requested. * Assists in the implementation procurement strategies and change initiatives to improve office performance. * Assists in the development and maintenance of procurement related information, templates, clauses and training materials that address University procurement needs. * Works to develop and implement strategies to increase participation in University contracts by procurement cardholders and fiscal offices. * Builds strong relationships with customers and ensure customer satisfaction. * Maintains ethical and responsible contractual and business relationships with vendors. * Provides reports and data as needed for sourcing events, contracts reports and information/audit requests. * Conducts periodic training of fiscal officers and other University personnel regarding State laws and University policies and procedures governing procurement. * For purchases utilizing federal funds, checks terms and conditions of the applicable federal contract or grant to determine whether special approvals are required or special conditions must be included in the contract terms and conditions. * Plans, coordinates, analyzes, and/or supports work within designated subject matter areas. * Evaluates and recommends improvements to processes and procedures that streamline workflow and incorporate technology. * Advises management of the progress of projects assigned, anticipated problems, major policy changes expected affecting specialized area, and completion of projects assigned. * Other duties as assigned Denotes Essential Functions Minimum Qualifications * Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field and 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for administering procurements, contracting, public purchasing; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. * Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of program administration as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies. * Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with program administration. * Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner. * Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials. * Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals. * Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software and Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel and Access Database). * If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations. * Demonstrated ability to manage work priorities and projects and maintain employee relations. * Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the procurement requirements of a large organization as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies. * Demonstrated ability to produce written and oral reports for the consumption of management or other University stakeholders. Desirable Qualifications * Administrative experience in a college or university, a governmental agency or a large private organization with specialization in procurement, information technology or related areas. * Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures typical of an institution of higher education. * Prior experience in public or private sector procurement. * Knowledge of OnBase document management system. To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume; (2) cover letter indicating interest in the position and how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met; (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references; and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e. social security number, birthdate, etc) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date, please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account. Inquiries: Jenna Lam, *************; ******************* EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: ******************************************** Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: ***************************************************** or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: *********************************************************

Reynolds Recycling, Inc. will pay a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 after 1-year of satisfactory performance for applicants that are hired. The bonus is $500 paid out at their 3-months, 6-months and 1-year anniversary. If you know of someone that would make a great addition to our team, YOU may be eligible to receive up to $750 referral award if your referral has satisfactory performance after 6 months of employment. Reynolds Recycling, Hawaii's leader in the recycling industry, is looking for full-time Redemption Center Buyers to work at our Oahu locations. With 12 convenient locations on Oahu, Reynolds Recycling is Hawaii's largest recycler and plans are underway to expand operations promoting convenient redemption services in more neighborhoods. We are a dynamic company who cares about our employees and customers. Overview of position: Safely and properly inspect and buy used beverage containers and scrap metal in compliance with State law. Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Maintain excellent customer relations by providing quick, accurate, honest service and weights. Able to calculate monetary exchange and write checks. Keep site clean and maintain cleanliness at all times. Promote and protect Reynolds Recycling, Inc. assets, property and funds. Requirements: Must have reliable transportation. Valid Hawaii Driver license Basic math and customer service skills Able to work in an outdoor environment Lift 40 lbs. consistently throughout the day. Work on weekdays, weekends and holidays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Satisfactory pre-employment background check, physical and drug test results. Compensation : Pay rate is $14.00 an hour Excellent Full-Time Benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • RX Drug Plan • EAP • Life & LTD Ins. • 401 (K) • Profit Sharing • Holidays • Vacation • Training How to apply : Online: ************************************ In person Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at: 1122 Mikole Street Honolulu, HI 96819 No phone calls please

Salary Range: Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V, SR-24: $6,043.00 - $7,351.00 * Revises, clarifies, or develops purchasing policies, procedures, practices and guidelines for the use of staff as required. * Reviews outgoing correspondence drafted by staff. * Serves as technical resource to the Procurement Officer, administrators, and bidders to ensure compliance with Procurement Code, applicable state and federal administrative rules and regulations applicable to purchasing mandates and guidelines, other policies or procedures governing state agencies and organizations, and departmental policies or procedures. * Conducts periodic reviews of departmental procurement practices, including recommending appropriate revisions to procurement policies and procedures. * Conducts periodic audits of schools and offices in all areas of procurement and contracting to evaluate compliance with Procurement Code and departmental policies and procedures, including the preparation of reports and briefing of senior management officials on the findings and recommendations to correct procurement and contracting deficiencies. * Investigates complaints or controversies from department requisitioners and/or vendors or contractors. * Reports findings of fact and recommends appropriate or corrective action. * Resolves the most complex contract compliance issues (e.g. contract modifications, change orders, interpretations, time delays, cost overruns, transfer or assignments of contracts and other unforeseen circumstances). * May train, guide or mentor lower level specialists. In addition, performs work described at the lower level in relation to most complex, specialized and technical work assignments. Minimum Qualifications Basic Education/Experience Requirements: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree. Excess experience of the type and quality described below or any administrative, professional, technical or other responsible work, which required a high degree of analytical skill, may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience Requirements: Except for the substitutions provided below, applicants must have had the type of experience described in the statements immediately following and in the amounts shown in the table below: Class TitleGeneral ExperSpecialzd ExperSupvry ExperTotal (years) Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V1/23*3-1/2 General Experience: Work involving progressively responsible professional or other responsible analytical work which involved gathering, evaluating and analyzing facts and other pertinent information required to resolve problems and/or to determine and recommend appropriate courses of action. Such experience must have demonstrated the ability to elicit information orally and in writing, apply problem-solving methods and techniques, identify alternatives, use judgment in determining appropriate alternatives, and prepare clear and concise written reports and recommendations for action. Specialized Experience: Professional experience in an area related to procurement and/or contracts administration requiring the knowledge and application of formal procurement and/or contracting methods (i.e. development or processing of formal bid specifications and/or contract development), principles, and standards for the purpose of developing, reviewing, analyzing, and auditing procurement and contracts activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, rules, and related requirements. For Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V and VI, at least one year of the required Specialized Experience must have been at a level comparable to the Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist IV level in the Hawaii State government; viz. experience that indicates that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied practical and theoretical knowledge of the principles of economics related to supply and demand, procurement and contracting and specification development with the level of difficulty as described in the class specification. For the Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist V level, supervisory aptitude rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential. Qualifying Experience: Qualifying experience is not limited to that acquired in positions allocable to this series or in positions otherwise designated as "professional." It may have been obtained in any position, e.g. purchasing technician or agent, substantially engaged in formal purchasing, which involved the activities and knowledge specified above. Non-Qualifying Experience: The following types of work experience are not qualifying: * Experience limited to purchasing through informal means; * Experience involving responding to general questions regarding procedures for formal purchasing or involving the consolidation or development of written requests for small purchase quotes; * Experience which involved primarily serving as the liaison between the user and those conducting the informal purchasing; * Experience which involved consolidating and transmitting specifications prepared by the user to those conducting the formal purchase without concomitant responsibility for review of said specifications for clarity, descriptiveness and appropriateness or which did not require intensive discussion with the users to ensure the appropriateness of the specifications; and * Experience limited to assisting others in development of contracts (e.g. comparing contract terms and conditions for conformance with standard formats and language, assembling contract documentation, proofing agreements for grammar and punctuation, arranging for advertising, handing out copies of specifications, etc.) Substitutions Allowed: * Excess Specialized Experience of the type and quality described above may be substituted for General Experience on a year-for-year basis. * Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in public or business administration may be substituted for one-half year of the required General Experience. * Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a degree in law (JD or equivalent) from an accredited school of law maybe substituted for two and one-half years of the required General and Specialized Experience. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that applicant has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which applicant is being considered. Driver's License Requirement: Applicants must possess a current, valid driver's license. Supplemental Information Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable. Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years. Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below: * A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report; * A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or, * Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms. Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education. Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force. Equal Opportunity The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Payday New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month. 12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits: * Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. * Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. * Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits. * Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan. * Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees. * Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld. * Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis. * Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits. * Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products. * Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available. * Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program. * Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account. * Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation. * Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining. The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements. 01 EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university? (Please attach or mail in a copy of your official transcripts to receive credit.) * Yes * No 02 SUBSTITUTION OF EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION: Applicants who do not possess a Bachelor's Degree may still meet the Education Requirement via excess Specialized Experience, or other qualifying progressively responsible administrative, professional, or technical work experience, which required a high degree of analytical skill. If you do not possess a Bachelor's Degree, use the space provided to list experiences that you feel would fully meet this substitution. Be sure to include your official job title, employer's name, your dates of employment (from mm/yy to mm/yy), average hours you worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties. If you possess a Bachelor Degree, type "N/A" in the space provided. 03 GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Do you possess at least six (6) months of general experience that involved progressively responsible professional or other responsible analytical work which involved gathering, evaluating and analyzing facts and other pertinent information required to resolve problems and/or to determine and recommend appropriate courses of action? Such experience must have demonstrated the ability to elicit information orally and in writing, apply problem-solving methods and techniques, identify alternatives, use judgment in determining appropriate alternatives, and prepare clear and concise written reports and recommendations for action. * Yes * No 04 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Please list each employer where you gained your General Experience as indicated in the previous question. Be sure to include the following items: a. Name of employer; b. Job title; c. Specific dates of employment (month/year, to and from); d. Number of hours worked per week; e. A detailed description of your primary duties. Note: The employers listed below must also be included in the experience section of your application. If you do not have General Experience, please type "N/A" in the space provided. 05 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Do you have three years of professional experience in an area related to procurement and/or contracts administration requiring the knowledge and application of formal procurement and/or contracting methods (i.e. development or processing of formal bid specifications and/or contract development), principles, and standards for the purpose of developing, reviewing, analyzing, and auditing procurement and contracts activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, rules, and related requirements, with at least one (1) year of experience comparable to the Procurement and Contracts Support Specialist IV level in the Hawaii State Government? * Yes * No 06 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: List professional experiences you held that fully meet this requirement. Do not list volunteer experience as they will not be given consideration. All substitute and on-call employment claims must be verified via a list of the dates and hours you worked, endorsed and signed by your respective supervisor and/or personnel office. Include ALL of the following information for EACH of these experiences, SEPARATELY: a. Official job title; b. Employer's name, type of establishment, services provided and to whom (i.e. clientele); c. Supervisor's official job title, general duties, and type of supervision he/she provided over your position (i.e. direct, moderate, general, etc.); d. The department that you worked in, its general functions, and how many and what kind of professional staff were regularly employed; e. Dates of Employment (from mm/yy to mm/yy); f. Average hours you worked per week; g. A detailed description of your primary duties (be specific); NOTE: Failure to provide all information may result in your application being rejected for being incomplete. Again, if you do not possess any Specialized Experience, type "None" in the space provided. 07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (cont.): Also provide complete responses to the following items for EACH of these experiences, SEPARATELY: h. A description of your experience developing or processing of formal bids and/or updating such specifications to ensure their currency and applicability, give examples of specifications you drafted, what the process entailed and how often you drafted such specifications; i. A description of your experience working with users or vendors in identifying, clarifying, and specifying requirements of products; j. A description of your experience demonstrating understanding and the use of common purchasing resources, identify the purchasing resources you regularly used as part of your job; k. Describe your involvement in reviewing and analyzing contracts for conformance with rules, regulations, policies, format, and related requirements, include a description of the types of contracts you worked with and the specific standards you applied to determine if a contract was in conformance; l. Describe your involvement in recommending approval or disapproval of contracts and to whom your recommendations were made; m. Describe your involvement in assisting program personnel in the development, management, and processing of contracts. Note: Failure to provide all information may result in your application being rejected for being incomplete. Again, if you do not possess any Specialized Experience, type "None" in the space provided. 08 ALLOWABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: If you are utilizing an allowable substitution of education for experience, please select all of the options that best describes your educational background. Note: You must submit an official copy of your college transcripts to receive credit. * I possess a Bachelor Degree in Public Administration. * I possess a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. * I possess a Juris Doctorate Degree. * I do not have the degrees described above. 09 DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT: This position requires a current, valid driver's license. You must mail in a copy (or attach a scanned copy) of your driver's license immediately upon applying for this position. If you do not meet this requirement, your application will not be given consideration for this position. Do you have a current, valid driver's license? * Yes * No 10 TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER VERIFYING DOCUMENTS: Official or copies of official transcripts, certifications (front and back), and other verifying documents must be received in our office within ten (10) calendar days from the date of your application. If these documents are NOT received by the deadline, your application may be rejected. * I understand, and will submit the required documents to CSSP Recruitment within ten (10) calendar days. * I understand, but I will not submit the required information. I understand that my application may be rejected. * I have previously submitted my verifying documents for another recruitment. Required Question Employer Hawaii State Department of Education Address P.O. Box 2360 Honolulu, Hawaii, 96804 Website ***********************************

Are you known for exceeding expectations? Do you embrace the Spirit of Hawai‘i? Then please keep reading because we're looking for people like you at Hawaiian Host Group. Who are we? Hawaiian Host Group (HHG) is a leading Hawai‘i-based consumer goods company with a portfolio of brands that includes Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, MacFarms, KOHO, and Kapua Orchards. Sold in over 23 countries, HHG produces a suite of products ranging from flavored macadamia nuts to artisan chocolates. Our dedicated team of Hosts of Hawai‘i is spread across our headquarters in Honolulu and offices in Hilo, Kona, Los Angeles, and Tokyo. HHG has 3 manufacturing plants in Hawai'i, as well as the state's largest single macadamia farm. We are an excited team of people that all have one vision in common: sharing the Spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Expect camaraderie, product tastings, and other (virtual and in-person) events that make our culture unique. And more importantly, know that your work contributes to our purpose; to make the Islands' future flourish. We do this through our Takitani foundation that grants scholarships to deserving local students, our solar farm on the Big Island, and other social & environmental initiatives. That's enough about us for now, we'd love to learn more about you. Read the job description below and let us know if you're interested. We can't wait to meet you! POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Buyer role at Hawaiian Host Group is part of the Procurement Team and responsible for ensuring that inventory and supply levels meet production demand efficiently while minimizing shortages, excess inventory, and costs. This role functions in a fast-paced Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) Procurement and working in a fast-paced environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Maintain target inventory levels based on needs determined by supply / demand planning team. Monitor weekly and monthly production schedules aligned with capacity and demand, prioritizing purchase orders as changes in demand and supply planning occur. Develop inventory levels, plan and adjust purchases to prevent shortages or surpluses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, demand planning, sales, inventory, logistics) to optimize supply chain processes. Analyze data from demand forecasts and inventory reports to recommend purchasing changes and improvements. Negotiate and communicate with supplier sand vendors to optimize materials flow, guarantee timely delivery and resolve supply constraints. Use ERP or supply planning tools (such as Oracle) to manage and adjust procurement spend, minimizing both inventory levels, cost, and ensuring high service levels. Provide insights to inform product innovation of packaging costs, lead times, and supplier capabilities. Execution: Associate Buyers are instrumental for aligning supply and demand of raw materials in fast-moving CPG businesses, helping companies meet customer needs while keeping costs and waste low. The role requires agility, continuous improvement focus, and proactive collaboration across multiple business functions. In summary, a CPG Associate Buyer manages the intricate balance between supply and demand through data-driven planning, cross-team collaboration, and operational excellence. Additional Duties: Track and report on inventory, vendor performance, and supply metrics using Excel and planning software. Resolve inventory or supply constraints, report risks, and participate in supply/demand planning process. Support new product introduction, manage material disposition for obsolete or new product introduction. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or a related field APICS or similar Supply Chain certification preferred. Experience in procurement, inventory control, and supply chain in a CPG or FMCG environment. Effective communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in Excel and ERP systems. $55,000 - $60,000 a year Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Aloha, We would like you to join our experienced team at Tropic Fish Hawaii, the largest seafood company in Hawaii. Your talent and experience will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality and diverse selection of seafood products for our customers. Tropic Fish Company is widely known for delivering the highest quality seafood and a strong reputation. We are looking for a dedicated team player with a successful track record. POSITION SUMMARY The role of the seafood buyer is to manage purchasing of frozen seafood products distributed by Tropic Fish Hawaii. The position requires the use of analytical and quantitative methods to meet the purchasing requirements, and provide constant communication with the various operating companies to achieve goals and objectives. Essential Functions and Basic Duties Include the following, but not limited to Purchasing Entering and submitting purchase order to various suppliers Maintain existing supplier relationships and cultivate new ones Provide forecasts and requirements to suppliers based on operating companies' usages and needs Direct logistics team to organize distribution to operating companies Seek out and develop new product and sales opportunities Reporting and Analysis Monitor inventory, sales, gross profit and margins and report to supervisors and executive board members Continually search out market information and report to supervisors Identify cost saving opportunities Advise operating companies on status of incoming products, pricing, cost of goods, new products, landed costs, availability, packaging and samples Other duties as needed Minimum Qualification Requirements Associate degree in relevant business field of study 1-2 years of purchasing experience Proficient in the use of basic office equipment and systems software, especially MS Office Experience in relevant areas like supply chain management, forecasting, profitability analysis, inventory control Effective time management and organizational skills Self-starter Excellent communication skills Willingness to take on additional tasks outside of direct responsibility as needed Preferred Qualifications BA/BS in business administration, supply chain management or similar business discipline 3-5 years previous purchasing experience Working Conditions Normal office conditions: light to moderate noise levels, air-conditioning, overhead fluorescent lighting Work Hours Must be able to work irregular hours occasionally Physical Demands Occasional travel Minimal lifting, 15lb maximum

**Job Title** Chief Procurement Officer The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business. They will lead Americas and Corporate business planning around procurement savings and benefits, build out global capabilities, and oversee the identification and realization of cost reduction programs. **Job Description** The position will report to the Americas CFO/COO and will have four key areas of responsibility: + **Global Transformation** - Drive and deliver a comprehensive global procurement transformation, including the implementation of a new global vendor management system, process modernization, and the development of a high-performing, adaptable team to achieve strategic objectives. + **Supplier Management & Monetization** - Continue efforts to build a robust global supplier network. Optimize supplier management functions, and monetize third-party spend through effective negotiations and vendor price discount strategies to enhance EBITDA. + **Strategic Operating Model & Category Management** - Design and implement scalable operating models and category management frameworks, ensuring governance, transparency, and dedicated ownership for key spend areas across the organization globally. + **KPIs including Financial and Operational Reporting** - Oversee the creation and tracking of project plans, key performance indicators, and financial and operational reports to monitor progress, enforce accountability, and provide clear status updates to executive leadership. **Outcomes (specific objective outcomes that this position should accomplish)** + Transformation Outcomes: + Successfully lead and deliver a global procurement transformation program over two years, resulting in improved technology enablement, streamlined processes, and a redefined procurement function. + Achieve full deployment and adoption of a new global procurement technology suite, with measurable increases in process efficiency, data transparency, and user engagement. + Establish a globally aligned supplier management framework, reducing fragmentation in EMEA and APAC, closing category ownership gaps, enhancing local supplier network in the US and increasing supplier performance and client value delivery. + Drive organization-wide change management initiatives, resulting in high stakeholder engagement, rapid adoption of new processes, and a culture of continuous improvement. + Strategic & Financial Outcomes + Monetize $5B+ in third-party spend, capturing additional EBITDA through vendor price discounts (VPDs) and innovative procurement strategies. + Develop an ongoing program to identify and realize new opportunities to reduce corporate spend + Reduce time to generate business unit spend analytics and increase the granularity of spend data, enabling more informed decision-making and improved financial reporting. + Talent & Organizational Outcomes + Assess and elevate procurement team capabilities, identifying top performers and strengthening overall bench strength through targeted coaching and development programs. + Stakeholder & Client Outcomes + Build strong partnerships with service line leadership, balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in stakeholder satisfaction. + Enhance client value through improved procurement solutioning, pricing strategies, and risk management, resulting in increased account profitability and retention. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Education: + Bachelor's Degree and at least 15 years of related professional work experience desired + Master's degree preferred. Skills/Previous Experience: + Proven executive experience in procurement or with a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives. Demonstrated ability to modernize functions through technology enablement, process redesign, and team development. + Expertise in driving organizational change, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring rapid adoption of new processes and systems across global teams. + Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including service line leadership, suppliers, and clients. Skilled at balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks to deliver measurable improvements in satisfaction and value. + Executive Leadership - Ability to drive performance from direct team and overall corporation. Ability to instill confidence in mission with Corporate Partners, Suppliers and Employees. + Strategic Planning - Experience in designing and implementing scalable operating models and category management frameworks, with a focus on governance, transparency, and ownership of key spend areas. + Deep understanding of financial management within procurement, including spend analytics, reporting, and strategies to optimize EBITDA through vendor negotiations and cost reduction. + Procurement Infrastructure and Data Governance - Experience and expertise in developing/designing and running all aspects of a Procurement Center of Excellence. Experience and expertise in developing a ground-up data warehouse/cube/lake approach to provide the required data to make critical financial decisions and report status to key stakeholders Role Based Competencies + Strategic and Analytical skills: Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information and develop penetrating insights. Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it and ability to convert data into well thought out strategies. + Ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, particularly within procurement. Proven success in driving technology adoption, process redesign, and cultural change. + Results oriented and bias for action: Delivers tangible, measurable results rapidly by driving procurement transformation, optimizing spend, and ensuring accountability for strategic objectives. + Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to all audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across the organization. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 255,000.00 - $300,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. 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Job DescriptionDescriptionLove logistics? Take pride in purchasing? Thrive on making things happen behind the scenes? We're looking for someone who can keep our telescopes turning and our spare parts stocked, could that be you? You'll support the backbone of our operations-ensuring our operations and project teams have what they need to succeed. Keep our supply chain flowing like a well-oiled hydrostatic bearing system. (Don't worry. We'll explain what that means.) Work with a team that loves clear skies as much as efficiency! Ready to help ensure our telescopes are safely on sky tonight and every night? Apply today if you want to make logistics legendary and propel purchasing! Why Choose W. M. Keck Observatory: Competitive starting salary ranging from $64,160 to $75,998. Generous benefits package, including 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. A robust 8% 403(b) employer contribution (with a 4% employee contribution). Tuition assistance for dependent children grades K-12 attending private school on Hawai'i Island. Comprehensive, employer provided health insurance. Be a part of a dedicated team working on the frontiers of astronomy. Key ResponsibilitiesThe Logistics Behind the Logistics and Purchasing Specialist: Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Logistics and Purchasing Specialist ensures the timely purchase and delivery of goods and services to our facility. This role routinely reviews requisitions, prepares purchase orders and maintains vendor relationships to secure quality products at competitive prices. The Logistics and Purchasing Specialist tracks inventory, forecasts need, and helps prevent shortages or overages through smart planning. Working with internal customers, the Logistics and Purchasing Specialist follows organizational policies and industry standards for purchasing and logistics, including maintaining records of certain assets. This role must also identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot delivery challenges, and recommend process improvements for efficiency. Most importantly, the Logistics and Purchasing Specialist must partner with operations, finance, and project managers to align purchasing and logistics with organizational goals. Required Qualifications: Education Associate degree, technical certification, or other relevant experience. Experience At least two (2) years of purchasing, inventory, or logistics experience, preferably in a technical or scientific environment. Skills Purchasing Skills Microsoft Office Proficiency. Ability to learn how to use new software platforms. Good working knowledge of parts and supplies procurement and computerized inventory tracking. Certificates and License Valid driver's license and clean abstract.

Recruitment Number 25-182JC, Purchasing & Specifications Specialist III, SR-20, Honolulu. Independently performs moderately difficult work in governmental purchasing, standards and specifications development, and contracts procurement work for commodities and services that are not highly technical and complex to complex purchases of new technical equipment or services within the Judiciary's centralized purchasing program; makes independent analysis of users requirements and prepares appropriate specifications, terms and conditions; and performs other related duties as assigned. Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Excess experience of the type and quality described below, or administrative, professional, technical or other responsible work which required a high level of analytical skills may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Specialized Experience Requirement: One and one-half (1-1/2) years of responsible professional experience in purchasing which: 1) involved working with users and vendors in identifying, clarifying and specifying requirements of products; 2) included drafting specifications for formal bids and/or updating such specifications to ensure their currency and applicability; and 3) showed an understanding and use of common purchasing resources (e.g., catalogs, buyers' guides, etc.). Such experience must also have involved knowledge and application of documentation requirements for formal purchases, (e.g., bonding, indemnification, insurance, severability), formal bidding procedures (e.g., advertising, receipt and analysis of bids), and responding to inquiries regarding the bidding process. Applicants for Purchasing and Specifications Specialist III must have had experience in the independent development of moderately complex specifications for formal purchasing and have participated in the development of complex specifications. In addition, the qualifying work experience must have clearly demonstrated possession of: a. Knowledge of purchasing principles and practices; b. Ability to interview users, vendors and others regarding user requirements; c. Ability to conduct pertinent research regarding unique user requirements and characteristics of desired products, equipment, materials, etc.; d. Ability to evaluate unique user situations and concerns, analyze and evaluate documentation, justifications, terms and conditions of purchases; and develop technical specifications which clearly describe the desired product, material, equipment or service; and e. Ability to assess unique user situations to foresee problems which may arise in the execution, administration or termination of the purchasing agreement, and the ability to recommend/develop terms and conditions and other special requirements accordingly. Substitutions Allowed: 1) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited college or university for a Bachelor's degree with a major in purchasing or a degree in public or business administration with course work equivalent to a major in purchasing may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. 2) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited university for a Master's degree in public or business administration may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. 3) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements from an accredited university for a Master's degree with a major in purchasing or a Master's degree in public or business administration with course work equivalent to a major in purchasing may be substituted for one (1) year of the required specialized experience. 4) Satisfactory completion of all academic requirements for a degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) from an accredited school of law may be substituted for one-half (½) year of the required specialized experience. Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to *****************************, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813. Education: If you are using education as a substitution for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.

Purchasing Clerk Reports To: Director of Operations Support The purchasing clerk will support the purchasing department activities by providing administrative support and performing data entry. They will also participate in vendor relationship management, maintaining purchase records and identifying cost-savings opportunities to support company profitability goals. There will be an opportunity for the purchasing clerk to help with preparing and processing purchase orders, ordering supplies and raw materials, coordinating vendor activities and various other procurement tasks. Pacific Shipyards International, LLC. Expectations of Employee: * Is committed to the company values and adheres to all Pacific Marine & Supply's policies and procedures. * Perform duties of his/her job and as assigned by Management. * Maintain a positive and respectful attitude and conduct her/himself with integrity and in a polite, professional manner treating customers and co-workers courteously and respectfully. * Communicates regularly with Officers, Managers, & Supervisors about the different divisions and department's issues. * Consistently be on time for work, meetings and appointments and deliver work projects by assigned due dates. * Maintain assigned work areas in a clean and orderly fashion. * Maintain and ensure the safety of all assigned equipment. * Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. * Meet productivity goals and quality standards as set by management. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Adheres to purchasing policies, processes, and procedures. * Provides administrative support. * Performs data entry tasks. * Perform other duties as assigned. * Must be able to start work at 6:45am Education/Training: * High School diploma or equivalent * Minimum 1 years of purchasing related experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-mentioned duties * Shipyard/Industrial Experience valuable * Data Entry experience required * Accurately enter data using Word and Excel * Must be organized and have the ability to multitask * Must be detailed oriented and a self-starter * Good attitude; must be a team player Qualification/Requirements: * Must show proof of your legal right to work in the United States * This position requires US Citizenship due to security clearance required for base access * Valid State of Hawaii REAL ID-Compliant Drivers' License in good standing or a valid U.S. Passport in addition to a valid Hawaii Driver's License, if you do not have a REAL ID-Compliant Driver's License, class 3 or higher * Must be able to successfully obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) * All candidates must submit to and pass a post-offer drug screening, and a background check before employment begins. Failure to complete any of these steps will result in disqualification. Additional Information: This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Pay Range: $20.00-$25.00 per hour to commensurate with experience. Department: Purchasing This is a temporary position

RE-ADVERTISEMENT Title: Senior Procurement Specialist 80579 Hiring Unit: VP for Budget and Finance, Office of Procurement Management Salary: salary schedules and placement information Additional Salary Information: Pay Band B; minimum $5,434/month Funding: General Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Duties and Responsibilities * *Administers complete procurement cycle, i.e., preparation of invitations for bids, requests for proposals, requests for quotations, and other source selection documentation, evaluation of offers, including cost analysis, for routine procurements and procurements that are more complex in nature. * *Administers complete contracting cycle, i.e. award of contracts, contract administration, monitoring vendor performance, and modification, termination and closing of contracts as appropriate. * *Advises on procurement policies, procedures and requirements and works with programs and vendors to refine procurement requests or responses while ensuring compliance with purchasing and contracting requirements. * *Reviews purchase requisitions and related purchase orders for compliance with applicable policies and procedures. * *Prepares drafting of contracts and other purchasing documents to insure compliance with legal requirements. * *Responsible for posting of procurement notices for sole source procurements, requests for exemption, regular award notices and manages the approval of these procurement requests; manage emergency procurement requests and reports of procurement violation; and assist in monitoring the departmental email. * Conducts periodic training of fiscal officers and other University personnel regarding State laws and University policies and procedures governing purchasing. * Collaborates and works with procurement specialists, if needed, to refine procurement requests or responses while ensuring compliance with purchasing and contracting requirements. * Formulates and assists in the formulation of University policies and procedures relating to procurement. * Assists in reviewing bid protests submitted by vendors, drafts protest decisions, and coordinates legal review by the University General Counsel Office. * Performs special tasks assigned by the Director in various areas, e.g., preparation of studies and recommendations to accomplish specified management objectives, development of policies and procedures relating to procurement. * Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of electronic systems pertaining to procurement. Coordinates with other University offices in the implementation of such systems. * Other duties as assigned * Denotes essential functions Minimum Qualifications * Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Economics, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Legal Studies, IT Management, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Project, Acquisitions, Logistics or Supply Chain Management or related field and 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for large scale procurement involving development of terms, conditions and technical specifications in the drafting of purchasing agreements; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. * Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of large scale procurement as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles, and methodologies. * Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories associated with large scale procurement. * Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and resolution of the problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner. * Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials. * Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals. * Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software. * For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations. * Considerable knowledge of and demonstrated ability to operate electronic financial management systems. * Administrative experience in a college or university, a governmental agency or a large private organization with specialization in procurement. * Considerable knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in procurement to meet purchasing requirements. Desirable Qualifications * Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures typical of a large government organization. * Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet, presentation and database software applications. To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume, (2) cover letter indicating interest in the position and how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met, (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references, and (4) copies of educational transcripts with CONFIDENTIAL DATA (i.e. social security number, birth date, etc.) REDACTED. If requested transcripts are unobtainable by closing date, please indicate so where transcripts are required as an attachment. Official transcripts will be required if selected to fill the position. 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Reynolds Recycling, Inc. will pay a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 after 1-year of satisfactory performance for applicants that are hired. The bonus is $500 paid out at their 3-months, 6-months and 1-year anniversary.