Purchasing Jobs in Hawaii

A Purchaser in the retail industry, also known as a Buyer, plays a crucial role in managing the acquisition of products or services for a retail store or chain. They are responsible for finding, evaluating, and acquiring products that meet their company's needs and are of the best quality and price. They also negotiate with suppliers, maintain relationships, and assess the performance of existing vendors. A Purchasing Manager analyzes consumer buying patterns and predicts future trends to ensure the timely availability of products in stores.

Key skills for a Purchaser include strong negotiation skills, excellent analytical abilities, good numerical skills, and a keen understanding of the retail industry. They should also have strong interpersonal skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams effectively. Knowledge of procurement software and methodologies is beneficial. Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can boost their credibility and skills. Before becoming a Purchaser, an individual may have roles such as a Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Analyst, or Inventory Specialist.

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Procurement and Purchasing Coordinator

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 5 days ago

Reviews all purchase orders and purchasing cards (pCards) of all staff offices/branches and section/units in DOCD for prior budget approvals and refers non-approved budget requisitions....

Procurement Manager

  • Pearl City, HI
  • 19 days ago
  • Pearl City, HI
  • 19 days ago

Salary Range $83,740-$110,880 Position Overview The primary purpose of the Procurement Manager position is to: Direct and coordinate all activities with Associate buyers, Procurement buyers, and...

Job Summary Job Summary:As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for purchasing, warehousing and inventory management activities at a specific unit/location....

Purchasing Agent

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 30+ days ago

Develop an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders and back orders. Accurately follow vendor procedures for purchase order placement....

Purchasing Specialist

  • HI
  • 45+ days ago
  • HI
  • 45+ days ago

Position Overview The Purchasing Specialist will oversee and manage purchasing activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services....

Procurement Specialist (0079041T)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 90+ days ago

Desirable Qualifications Direct experience with governmental purchasing, including federally-funded grant purchases....

Purchasing Specialist (Buyer)

  • HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • HI
  • 90+ days ago

Maintain a software and hardware database that contains, as a minimum, the make, model number or version number, serial number, purchase date, contract and contract number (if applicable), purchase...

Purchasing Assistant

  • Lihue, HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lihue, HI
  • 90+ days ago

The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for accurately and efficiently documenting all vendor purchase order confirmations....

Procurement Specialist (0080568)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 90+ days ago

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...

Demographic Data for Hawaii

Moving to Hawaii? Find some basic demographic data about Hawaii below.


Local
National
1,455,118
32,170

Purchasing Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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On this online course you will find all necessary tools o correctly plan demand, and you will acquire knowledge for forecasting, strategic sourcing, management and provider evaluation. For a...
Purchase Management
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English for Sales and Purchasing
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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Hawaii

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Hawaii offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
High School or GED
16.7%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
12.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.5%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings in Hawaii
2-4 years
48.6%
1-2 years
22.5%
None
15.5%
4-6 years
12.8%
8-10 years
0.7%


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