Job Description

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Island Energy Services (IES) is a locally managed and headquartered company offering attractive and stable career opportunities within Hawai’i’s highly competitive energy sector.  We are proud to be a local company and a leader in the logistics and distribution of energy products through our network of six terminals and 50 (and growing) retail locations throughout Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Moloka’i and Hawai’i islands.  IES is the official licensee of the Texaco brand in Hawai‘i. IES’ success is derived from our management’s keen understanding of what it takes to remain as a highly innovative business, placing significant emphasis on four key company values: “Kīnāʻole” – to do the right thing, “Aloha” – having respect for people, “Lōkahi” – teamwork, and “Hoʻohana” – work purposeful with intention. These set of values set employee performance standards and are imbedded in our decision-making process through execution of work deliverables. IES’ strong commitment to a Culture of Excellence are embodied through our actions of the 4 B’s:  how we Believe, Behave, Belong and Become.  To achieve this culture, IES employs a highly-trained, highly-skilled, dedicated and passionate work force that collectively operates, enhances and strategically drives both our Retail and Terminal Logistics business units.

 

Under the general supervision of the Director of Brand, Advertising & Merchandising, the Category Manager develops, establishes and implements category management and merchandising strategies and tactics, milestones, goals and objectives. This role focuses on assigned category strategies, optimizing product assortment, vendor partnerships, pricing strategies, and in-store execution to drive sales, margin, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings experience in convenience retail, analytical capabilities, and a collaborative approach to cross-functional execution. In addition, this role encompasses traditional merchandising responsibilities for Company Owned, Company Operated (COCO) Convenience Stores. The Category Manager will maximize category performance through data-driven decision making, vendor collaboration, and day-to-day executional excellence, supporting store-level merchandising initiatives and contributing to the overall growth and profitability of the retail business.

 

PAY AND BENEFITS:

Island Energy Services offers a competitive salary that commensurate with qualifications and experience.   The hiring salary range for this position is $90,000 – $125,000. IES also offers a generous benefits package to include comprehensive health and welfare benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401k plus employer matching, supplemental voluntary insurance options, etc.

 

Qualifications

Skills and Experience Include but not limited to:

Required:

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s or Associate degree in marketing, business or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
2. At least five years in category management, with additional experience in merchandising and/or product marketing (preferably within convenience retail or multi-unit environments).
3. Proven success working with vendors and handling retail execution across a multi-location footprint.
4. Hands-on experience with category management tools, planograms, and retail pricing systems (e.g. PDI), preferably in the Convenience Retail vertical.

Skills

1. Working knowledge of retail operations, convenience store dynamics, merchandising, and marketing.
2. Strong analytical mindset with deep understanding of category lifecycles and trends. Ability to strategically build and adjust categories and identify actionable insights based on consumer data analysis, KPIs, and current market trends, including forecasting, to maximize profitability and performance.
3. Skilled at building and managing vendor relationships and assessing vendor data to negotiate volume, seasonal, and other specials.
4. Excellent planning, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of PDI, Nielsen, IRI or similar tools a plus.
7. Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle required. Comfortable with regular travel to store locations on- and off-island, and a flexible work environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

1. Retail Industry Background.
2. Overall Knowledge Of Retail Store Operations And Merchandising Is Desirable.
3. Project Management Experience Is Desirable.

 

Responsibilities

Other Requirements

1. This position is located on the island of Oahu, and requires frequent travel.
2. Willingness to commit to The Island Way (IES core values of): Kīnāʻole, Aloha, Lōkahi and Hoʻohana.
3. Pass background check including periodic job-related physical abilities testing as required.
4. Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within sixty days of hire.
5. This is a safety sensitive position and random drug testing is required.
6. Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
7. Willingness to devote the time as needed to meet project and task deadlines.
8. Willingness to maintain or increase skills.

Compensation

The hiring salary range for this position is $90,000 - $125,000.

IES, licensee of the Texaco brand, is an equal opportunity employer.

Position is open to US residents and resident aliens with a valid green card only.

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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