Materials Manager - Airline Catering

LSG Lufthansa Service Holding AG; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in airline catering is seeking a resourceful and organized individual to manage inventory and ordering processes. This role involves overseeing all aspects of inventory management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading a team to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and several years of experience in purchasing and warehouse management. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and be part of a company that values innovation and excellence in service.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in purchasing and inventory management required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SAP MM.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory management and ensure financial requirements are met.
• Control food cost variances and manage personnel for proper inventory processes.

Skills

Inventory Management

Purchasing

Warehouse Management

Lean Manufacturing

Vendor Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

SAP MM

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP MM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Role Purpose Statement

Seeking a resourceful, organized, and attentive individual that is responsible for managing the inventory, ordering, receiving, storage and issuance of all food, beverage and equipment products for the responsible Customer Service Center (CSC).

Main Accountabilities

Material Management

• Oversee all aspects of inventory management to ensure financial and customer requirements are met
• Handle all company and customer owned merchandise received until it is issued to production
• Control Food Cost Variances and continually compare actual to billed costs
• Determine par levels and order quantities based on airline specifications, menus and vendor lead time
• Manage personnel to maintain proper inventory, ordering, receiving, storage and requisition processes
• Track product usage and yields in relation to ordering requirements
• Coordinate and participate in inventory and reporting processes
• Maintain regulatory compliance standards (examples: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), etc.)
• Leadership
• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
• Participates in coaching the expanded Global Performance System (GPS) process, as well as additional career development activities to enhance the effectiveness and potential of the team
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Plan / Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standards (GQS), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• In addition three to five years experience in purchasing, inventory and warehouse management required
• One to three years supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Basic knowledge of Demand Planning and Vendor Management
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing and supply chain management
• Proven success in improving work processes, leading change and role models positive behaviors as well as change agent skills in a complex and fast paced environment
• Established ability to identify the vision and produces goals with realistic plans to achieve them
• Ability to interact with employees, customers and vendors at all levels
• Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience in SAP MM a plus
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to provide leadership
  

LSG Sky Chefsis an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.