Buyer Job at LSG Sky Chefs, Seattle, WA

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  • LSG Sky Chefs
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer 
Job Location: Seattle-USA-98188 
Work Location Type: On-Site 
Salary Range: $23.00 - 26.88 per hour 

 

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

You will be responsible assisting other Buyers, purchasing produce, cheese, dairy and frozen items, etc., as well as checking inventory and ensuring expired items are accounted for.

 

Must be comfortable working in coolers periodically and able to lift up to 40lbs. Shift Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm, must be able to work weekends if operations require.

Main Accountabilities

Work in collaboration with the Customer Service Centers and other corporate disciplines to determine current and future sourcing needs, coordinate the best method for fulfilling those needs and monitor ongoing effectiveness
Ensure that vendor performance issues are addressed quickly and should problems continue, provide analysis of alternatives, making changes when appropriate
Identify, assess, and pursue supplier development opportunities based on the expected impact/benefits to LSG.
Work with Program Management departments to ensure proper items are sourced, and what is being sourced is within the specifications and price parameters of the customer.
Drive performance that results in year over year cost reductions through the standardization of products and pursuit of best possible commodity/service costs.
Identify and onboard vendors who meet the required LSG qualifications
Use knowledge of available products, vendor capabilities, and industry innovation to guide customers towards standardized products
Leadership
Model corporate values and participate as required in groups
Proactively support other departments and functions as the Procurement specialist
Display fiscal responsibility in the pursuit of best cost procurement for the organization
Regularly exhibits the ability to solve problems and drive issue to closure with appropriate supervision

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• One to three years food purchasing or related field experience required 
• Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain management preferred
• Working knowledge of SAP preferred
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively work in teams and with customers
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating data and have basic computer skills
• Must have a valid current driver’s license 

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

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Weekend work,

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