ASSOCIATE BUYER

Y. Hata & Co.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented administrative support professional to join their Purchasing team. This role involves maintaining inventory integrity, assisting buyers with purchase orders, and resolving customer issues. With a focus on collaboration and vendor management, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth operations. The company promotes a people-first culture and offers competitive pay along with benefits like 401(k) matching and employee discounts. If you are looking to grow your career in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Matching

Life Insurance

Employee Discounts

Flexible On-Demand Pay

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Marketing or Business Administration preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a business-related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Purchasing team.
• Assist buyers with purchase orders and vendor management.
• Track and resolve customer issues.

Skills

Administrative Support

Vendor Management

Inventory Management

Claims Processing

Education

Associate's Degree in Marketing

Associate's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

285 Sand Island Access Rd, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Pay Range: $45,000 to $55,000 annual

Position Summary Description:

Provide administrative support for the Purchasing team including item maintenance in the perpetual inventory system, claims processing and customer issues. Assists Buyers with various business processes such as vendor claims for samples and damages, researching new products, purchase order confirmation and identification of discrepancies, and vendor management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Has a foundational understanding of how purchasing fits into the Y. Hata business processes.

2. Assists buyers in maintaining the integrity of the perpetual inventory system through item maintenance. Reviews reporting and alerts others to discrepancies and makes corrections.

3. Assists buyers with purchase order including tasks such as confirming purchase order, prices, and identifying discrepancies.

4. Processes and expedites purchase orders for local vendors. Takes on a progressively increasing vendor/item load as training progresses.

5. Tracks and ensures resolution to customer issues by collaborating with other teams as necessary.

6. Supports vendor management by working with new and existing vendors on required paperwork and verification of item data.

7. Provides administrative support such as drafting correspondence and maintaining/filing documentation.

8. Uses the Company’s Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values as their guiding principles.

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.

One to two years of experience in a business-related field preferred. Foodservice industry a plus.

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Life insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible On-Demand Pay

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

285 Sand Island Access Rd, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA