Retail Pricebook Specialist
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Island Energy Services (IES) exists to make life better for everyone in Hawai‛i. 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 58(and growing) retail locations throughout Oahu, Maui, Moloka'i and Hawai'i islands. IES is the official licensee of the Texaco brand in Hawai'i. www.texacoinhawaii.com. At the heart of IES, are our four core values: Kīnā'ole, Aloha, Lōkahi and Ho'ohana. These core values are embedded into how we work, live and achieve operational and financial excellence. IES' strong commitment to a Culture of Excellence are embodied through our action of the 4 B's: how we Believe, Behave, Belong and Become.
E KIPA MAI!
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: "Kīnā'ole" - to do the right thing, "Aloha" - having respect for people, "Lōkahi" - teamwork, and "Ho'ohana" - 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 Pricebook Specialist plays a key role in managing and optimizing the pricing, product assortment, and data accuracy for all items sold across convenience store locations. This position ensures that product setups, pricing, promotions, and vendor integrations are correctly executed within the Pricebook POS and back-office systems. Working closely with marketing, operations, vendors, and leadership, this role supports profitability, compliance, and customer satisfaction through strong pricing and merchandising controls.
The Pricebook Specialist supports the marketing department in maintaining category strategies through proper execution and setup of the Pricebook database. Through Pricebook data integrity, this position also supports store level merchandising and operations including proper ordering, receiving, and selling.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Primary Responsibility:
1. Pricebook Management - 70%
Responsible for day-to-day management to ensure timely and accurate vendor and item set up, maintenance and data integrity of the company's Pricebook database
Build and maintain item master files (SKUs, pricing, categories, vendor details)
Ensure all price changes, new item setups, and product removals are accurate and timely
Monitor pricing compliance across all store locations
Coordinate with accounting to ensure tax rates and vendor costs are correctly applied
Troubleshoot / monitor issues such as: non-scanning items, pricing discrepancies, vendor rebates, unauthorized items / suppliers, and other Pricebook related issues
Manage daily Pricebook and invoice exceptions ensuring timely resolution
Maintain appropriate issues tracking logs and documentation to ensure effective service level
Stay up-to-date on Pricebook features, updates, and training to ensure our efficient use of Pricebook
Collaborate with the Category Manager to ensure prompt and accurate PDI Pricebook entries and updates
Work with the PDI Support team to ensure proper reporting of tobacco sales for rebates and work with accounting team and PDI Support to ensure rebate management for all products is properly executed
Accountability for Pricebook analysis to support all categories
Communicate item setup, promotions, and retail changes to sites in a timely manner
Work with IT / Fuel Technicians to ensure proper programming of POS
Secondary Responsibility:
2. Merchandising & Promotions - 15% Work closely with the Director of Brand, Advertising, & Merchandising and Category Manager to develop and execute overall merchandising/marketing strategies through proper setup of Pricebook
Document Pricebook policies and procedures to ensure consistent implementation across the IES stations
Assist in planning and executing promotional pricing strategies and ensure data integrity of promotions in Pricebook
Generate regular Pricebook reports for item set up, margins and exceptions, to identify trends, opportunities, and issues
Flag anomalies or inconsistencies in pricing, sales, or product movement
Support audit processes for vendor billing, UPC accuracy, and compliance
3. Collaboration and Administration - 15% Serve as a point of contact for vendors on item setup and pricing updates
Work with store teams to troubleshoot pricing or item issues in the POS
Train relevant staff on new item rollouts and promotion updates
Support broader business initiatives through cross-functional projects and continuous process improvements
Travel as required to support store openings and other company and department initiatives
Perform other administrative duties and responsibilities as assigned
OTHER DUTIES:
Champions safety, reliability and incident and injury free operations. Maintains commitment to a high standard of safety, complies with all safety laws and IES safety policies/rules, and reports actual and potential safety violations to appropriate management personnel. Reports any unsafe or hazardous condition and initiates corrective action.
Collaborates with other Operations team members, Business Consultants and Business Development staff to ensure business results are delivered on time, within budget and with a high degree of quality. Works effectively with coworkers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive, positive manner, listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others, keeping commitments, keeping others informed of work progress and issues, addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical solutions, and respecting the diversity of the IES workforce in actions, words, and deeds.
Drives a high degree of excellence by proactive initiative to update and maintain operating standards, emergency procedures and any other documents as needed.
Leads and manages a variety of special assignments in areas as well as other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience Bachelor's or Associate's degree in marketing or business, or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years or experience with Pricebook or related experience
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for degree
Broad experience and understanding of pricebook management, category management and store level merchandising processes and systems, preferably in the Convenience Retail vertical
Skills Skilled in POS and Pricebook systems, preferably PDI and Passport, and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Data Accuracy & Integrity - Detail-oriented with strong commitment to clean, error-free data
Ability to analyze product performance, pricing trends, and margin impacts
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Able to work with operations, vendors, and finance teams effectively
Promotions & Pricing Strategy - Experience executing and tracking promotional campaigns
Time Management - Can manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented and able to accurately manage the data in the Pricebook system, identify issues, and handle anomalies
Problem Solving - Strong troubleshooting skills, especially when dealing with pricing discrepancies or system issues
Working knowledge of retail operations and convenience store merchandising and marketing
Clear written and verbal communication skills for documentation and team updates
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and tasks
Must be able to adapt quickly to change management and technology
Work collaboratively and effectively as a team member
Additional Requirements Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle required. Comfortable with regular travel to store locations on- and off-island in support of department activities, and a flexible work environment.
Working knowledge of retail operations, convenience store dynamics, merchandising, and marketing.
Excellent planning, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of PDI, Nielsen, IRI or similar tools a plus.
Preferred Qualifications Retail Industry Background.
Overall Knowledge of Retail Store Operations and Merchandising Is Desirable.
Project Management Experience Is Desirable.
Other Requirements This position is located on the island of Oahu and requires frequent travel.
Willingness to commit to The Island Way (IES core values of): Kīnā'ole, Aloha, Lōkahi and Ho'ohana.
Pass background check including periodic job-related physical abilities testing as required.
Must be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within sixty days of hire.
This is a safety sensitive position and random drug testing is required.
Valid driver's license with clean abstract.
It is the policy of this Company to hire only U.S. citizens and noncitizens who are authorized to work in this country. As a condition of employment, you will be required to produce original documents establishing your identity and authorization to work, and complete the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service's Form I-9
Island Energy Services, licensee of the Texaco brand, is an equal opportunity, at-will employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- Location:
- Honolulu, HI, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Sales And Related Occupations