Procurement Manager, Packaging and Special Projects

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 Procurement Manager, Packaging and Special Projects is a dynamic high visibility role working directly with suppliers and cross functionally across the organization with operations, sales, marketing, finance, and other departments to optimize the packaging presentation and cost structure of Hawaiian Host Group’s high-quality products.   Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing the procurement functions that are related to the manufacturing process.   This includes purchasing functions for consumables, raw materials, packaging materials, and supplies related to the manufacturing process.  Additionally, this role will have responsibilities relating to cost-saving packaging projects, new product introductions, packaging sustainability efforts, and additional special projects across the procurement function

• Strategic Planning  
• Assists in the Procurement strategy, in collaboration with the Senior Procurement Manager to achieve the company’s goals and objectives 
• Develops a continuous improvement strategy to optimize the utilization of company assets and cross-functional efficiencies and effectiveness, as related to procurement. 
• Establishes and tracks cost reduction / cost avoidance initiatives to ensure maximum cost savings.  Works with suppliers to minimize and mitigate price and cost increases.  
• Maintain and build upon existing supplier relationships to leverage expertise and gain a deep understanding to each suppliers’ capabilities to support Hawaiian Hosts Groups goals and initiatives.  Determines key RFP timing if needed in a particular area of procurement. 
• Procurement  
• Oversees the sourcing strategy and supplier negotiations for the procurement of all packaging materials, ingredients, and manufacturing supplies. 
• Assists and guides procurement management with negotiations, reviews and approvals of all purchase contracts and supply agreements for packaging and raw materials. 
• Responsible for department achieving Gold Standards, and internal quality standards, established by the Quality Assurance Manager.
•  Collaboration  
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure alignment and efficiencies in the procurement and demand planning process. 
• Identifies, establishes, and manages internal and external stakeholders related to the procurement and demand planning process. 
• Works to develop and manage a collaborative team. 
• Ability to prepare and provide reports on a regular cadence reflecting procurements performance and conduct presentations of analysis and recommendations to leadership. 
• Coaching and Development  
• Ensures direct report(s) have clear achievable expectations, resources required to accomplish assigned tasks. 
• Provides necessary guidance, support and resources required of direct reports to meet core function expectations.  
• Works with direct reports on a professional development plan; to include deliverables on coaching and action steps for individuals. 
• OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 
• Regular attendance is required for the position. 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, or equivalent. 
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in the field related to procurement. 
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity. 
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in sourcing, selecting, and designing new product packaging solutions across various materials and formats 
• Experience with Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, or other Enterprise Resource Planning Software.   
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. 
• High level of analytical ability, to resolve complex problems. 
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. 
• CPSM or CSCP certification desired. 

• Sitting for extended periods, often during meetings or computer work.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to work longer hours, including nights and weekends as needed.
• Standing and walking during presentations, client visits, or while on market visits.
• Regular use of hands/fingers to operate computers, telephones, and standard office equipment.
• Close visual acuity for analyzing data, viewing a computer screen, and preparing presentations/ reports.
•  Hearing and speaking clearly in person, over the phone, and when giving presentations.
• Occasional lifting or carrying of materials (such as product, promotional items, or equipment) up to 25 pounds.
• Reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching when handling files or sales materials.
• Travel by car or airplane, as needed, to meet clients or attend business events.

Hawaiian Host Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.