Materials Logistics Manager

Job Title: Materials Logistics Manager
Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94128
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $105,956.41 - 137,476.25

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: The job incumbent is responsible for all supply chain and materials management metrics for the CSCs in assigned region, driving continuous improvement in the CSCs, training and development of materials managers and their departments.

Key Interfaces: (internal, external) Internal: Materials Manager, IT, Procurement, Program Management, MDM, Lean, Finance External: suppliers, customers

• Implement supply chain policies consistent with corporate guidelines, ensuring that operating units and
• Procurement personnel fairly and consistently administer all policies and procedures.
• Implement policies and procedures within region to meet annual quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory management for CSCs within the region to ensure financial and customer requirements are met
• Control Food Cost, Food Cost Variance, Days on Hand (DOH), APW issues, and K-line spend within the region
• Support the Materials Managers in the CSCs with demand planning and demand management
• Ensure the Materials Managers maintain proper inventory, ordering, receiving, storage and requisition processes
• Support the Materials Managers in tracking product usage and yields in relation to ordering requirements
• Coordinate and participate in inventory and reporting processes for all the CSCs within the region
• Lead and manage projects in all the CSCs within the region that will result in bottom line savings
• Maintain regulatory compliance standards (examples: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), etc.) in all the CSCs within the region
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standards (GQS), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Lean Manufacturing, and Employee Safety
• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
• Guide, motivate and develop the Materials Management Team for all the CSCs under their region
• Plan / Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations

• Proven track record in inventory control, warehouse operations, and material handling within dynamic, high-volume environments.
• Hands-on experience building vendor relationships, forecasting inventory needs, and executing efficient procurement strategies.
• Demonstrated success applying lean principles to streamline supply chain operations, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to translate big-picture goals into actionable plans, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and building trusted relationships with employees, vendors, and customers at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP MM; experienced in leveraging data to guide supply chain decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative leadership style that empowers teams and drives performance.

Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive supply chain and logistics leadership
• Proven ability to lead process redesigns, implement change, and deliver operational excellence in fast-paced, complex environments

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