Associate Buyer

** Position Overview
** Keep our communities fed

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices - every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities

As an Associate Buyer you are responsible for attaining and maintaining agreed upon service levels by customers while adhering to budgeted inventory levels  Additionally, you engage with customers on service levels and partners with vendors to successfully manage all aspects of product flow

** Job Description*
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** Full Time, On Site Role*
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* Location:

96 1282 Waihona Street, Pearl City, HI 96782*
* ** You will contribute by:*
* + Procuring products from both branded and non branded vendors

+ Ensuring targeted customer service levels are achieved and maintained by actively monitoring, identifying, and addressing potential issues, and communicating solutions effectively

+ Negotiating with vendors and customers to optimize product flow, manage inventory levels, and address concerns related to close coded, expired, and unproductive inventory

+ Managing budgeted inventory levels by leveraging system tools to analyze and respond to market trends

+ Collaborating with team members to meet established goals and working directly with customers to communicate successes and resolve challenges

+ Partnering with the merchandising team to introduce new items, maintain product offerings, and meet gross profit targets

+ Supporting seasonal volume, storm recovery, service level recovery, managing absences, covering vacations, and facilitating additional training as needed

** We're looking for candidates with:*
* + Strong statistical understanding, along with excellent interpretation and analytical skills

+ Professional verbal and written communication abilities

+ Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

+ Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively

+ 0 2 years of relevant experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain

+ A Bachelor's degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

** Environment:*
* + Office:
Office Temperature  65F to 75F

** We offer:*
* + Weekly Pay

+ Benefits available from day 1  medical, dental, vision, and more

+ Company matched 401k

+ PTO and Holiday Pay offered

+ Career Progression Opportunities

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Employee Health & Wellness program

+ Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs

+ Employee Assistance Program

** Every person matters *
* We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters

** The Fine Print*
* This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment  This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only  Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require  This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers

** Qualifications
* * Bachelor's Degree   General Studies, High School Diploma   General Studies

** Shift
* * 1st Shift  United States of America

** Company
* * Hawaiian Housewares, LLC

** About Our Company*
* Hawaiian Housewares, LTD  doing business as Hansen Distribution Group  is part of the C&S Family of Companies, a leader in wholesale grocery supply and supply chain solutions across the United States  Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products

Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with Hawaiian Housewares, LTD  Hawaiian Housewares, LTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class  The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act

** Salary Range*
* $51,720 $ 67,120

Company:
Hawaiian Housewares, LLC

Job Area:
Procurement Gen Merchandise

Job Family:
Procurement

Job Code: JC0092

Job Type: Full time

ReqID: R 267308