Materials Analyst - Maui

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P VM MATERIALS MANAGEMENT Department of the P SUPPORT SERVICES Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Coordinate and analyze material and equipment to assure proper levels of inventory are maintained at an optimum level of operating efficiency and cost effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Determines proper stock levels and evaluates advance material requirements, analyzes material utilization and cost, reviews purchase requisitions and stock transfers.
• Advises operating personnel on inventory policies and procedures. Acts as liaison with Engineering, Accounting, and Operating Departments pertaining to materials.
• Analyzes, recommends, and provides estimated purchase quantities for items to be considered for blanket and consignment orders. Administers blanket and consignment orders, determines Vendor production requirements, monitors vendor local stock levels, and makes releases for delivery.
• Expedites stockouts or shortage problems, communicates information from Buyer/Vendor to concerned parties, researches alternate sources and substitutes.
• Reviews and recommends changes to replenishment formulas and order codes; determines appropriate replenishment formula and order codes assigned to each item; implements and monitors changes.
• Evaluates slow moving materials and equipment and submits recommendations for obsolescence and/or disposal.
• Provides statistical and graphic reports on inventory performance; assists in directing and providing input into evaluation of the clerical staff work. Assists in preparation and monitoring of Division operating forecast.
• 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 the principles of materials management or related technical field normally acquired through college level courses or the equivalent in training and experience.
• Working knowledge of materials handling policies, procedures, budgeting, and general company procedures.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications (ie. spreadsheets, word processing, graphics applications, etc.).
  
  

Skills Requirements

• Excellent written and oral skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and public sector.
• Analytical, organizational, and conceptual skills to handle various projects and programs.
• Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and persuade groups or individuals.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Several years (3-5) experience with materials management or closely related field.
  
  

Role: Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Kahului – Maui

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Materials Analyst [Req ID 10341] position is $66,000.00 to $82,500.00. 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 http://hawaiianelectric.com.

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:

• 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;
• 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;
• 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;
• Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
• 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 (808) 543-4848.

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:

https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/about-us/key-performance-metrics/financial/affiliate-transactions

This list may be amended, updated or revised from time to time without notice.