Purchasing Clerk / Buyer - Airline Catering

Job Title : Purchasing Clerk / Buyer - Airline Catering

Job Location : Dulles-USA-20166

Work Location Type : On-Site

About us

LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds 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

Main Accountabilities

Determine quantity of food products to order based on forecast, on hand inventory, lead-time, and supplier delivery schedule

Place PO in SAP based on inventory balance and usage

Maintain SAP BOMs aligned with product recipes

Assist with month end inventory process, counting, entering inventory counts in SAP

Communicate with supplier regarding order discrepancies

Determine product overages / shortfalls and communicate to manager; assist with reallocation or substitution of product

Conduct daily manual counts / inventory

Assist the Materials department on other projects as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Strong interpersonal / communication skills

Must be able to perform in a high volume environment

Strong organizational skills

knowledge of Microsoft office programs

Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

2-5 years materials, purchasing, and / or clerical experience required

SAP MM experience preferred

LSGNS

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