Supply Coordinator

Newrest; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Coordinator to enhance their in-flight operations in Houston, Texas. This role involves managing purchase orders, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring optimal inventory levels. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and a resourceful problem solver, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of supply chain operations, making a difference in the food service sector. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel for data management.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and vendor relationships for supply needs.
• Ensure inventory levels are maintained and track orders effectively.

Skills

MS Excel

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Time Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Newrest, a specialist in out-of-home food service, is the only major catering company active in all catering and related hospitality segments: airline catering, buy-on-board, duty-free on board, contract catering, remote site and support services, rail catering, airport and motorway retail concession (visit our website: http://www.newrest.eu).

Newrest is looking for a Supply Coordinator to support their in-flight operations in Houston, Texas.

Responsibilities:

• Placement of purchase orders in the business system with vendors for products, materials, and logistics services.
• Demand planning for products, materials, and coordination services.
• Purchase order management, including expediting when necessary, to ensure all delivery dates are met.
• Review inventory movement to determine purchase requirements, process, and track all orders, resolving issues affecting delivery, cost, or quality, and report progress as needed.
• Maintain both hard copy and electronic files and archiving systems for full supply chain traceability.
• Maintain and manage the approved vendor list, including vendor qualification.
• Develop strong vendor relationships and participate in vendor development meetings and improvement plans.
• Monitor all incoming/outgoing orders and work requests, logging them into Winrest and other service order systems.
• Coordinate and track unit movements inbound and outbound.
• Assist the Logistics Leader in daily departmental organization and operations.
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels at the warehouse for new products and daily operations.
• Place purchase orders according to supply needs.
• Dispatch and track inbound freight and orders, accommodating market changes, and ensuring accurate information and cost-effective delivery.
• Regularly review inventory to prevent surplus and minimize production losses by reducing downtime.
• Trace delinquent arrivals, expedite orders for emergency parts and supplies by contacting suppliers and airlines for immediate shipment.
• Assist in other daily functions and special projects as required.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and especially Excel.
• Process-oriented with strong data analysis and organizational skills.
• Resourceful problem solver, proactive in resolving issues.
• Detail-oriented, thorough in completing tasks.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs.
• Team player who cooperates effectively with others.
• Demonstrates urgency and works well under pressure.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.