Airline Catering Purchasing Coordinator - On-Site

LSG Sky Chefs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyChefs in Austin, TX is hiring a Purchasing Coordinator for our airline catering operation. This hourly, on-site role supports procurement, sourcing, and supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-efficient production.

You will maintain inventory, coordinate with Operations, Production, and culinary teams, and use SAP and Excel to track purchases and vendor performance. Flexibility, strong organization, and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of purchasing or related field experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with SAP or ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to learn proprietary systems quickly and communicate effectively.
• Excellent organization, time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and initiate timely purchasing.
• Source procurement of goods and services per specs and cost parameters.
• Collaborate with culinary, transportation, and production teams.
• Track product changes and adjust procurement plans.
• Provide reporting and insights for inventory planning.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Excel skills

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

SkyChefs in Austin, TX is hiring a Purchasing Coordinator for our airline catering operation. This hourly, on-site role supports procurement, sourcing, and supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-efficient production.

You will maintain inventory, coordinate with Operations, Production, and culinary teams, and use SAP and Excel to track purchases and vendor performance. Flexibility, strong organization, and attention to detail are essential for success.