Food Cost/Supply Chain Analyst

LSG Sky Chefs, Inc.

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  San Francisco, California
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 08/31/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

Role Purpose Statement

The role involves executing critical supply chain activities with a focus on data analysis for financial reporting and driving improvements across our supply chain processes. You will be at the forefront of identifying and implementing efficiencies, with a keen eye on achieving significant gains in operational performance and food cost reduction.

Main Accountabilities

Business Strategy & Innovation:

Lead the design and deployment of cutting-edge tools and data analytics to drive consistent and insightful reporting on Supply Chain performance across all CSCs, empowering teams with actionable intelligence.

Supply Chain Mastery:

As a key leader within the Supply Chain team, spearhead the creation and implementation of the innovative Food Cost Tracker and advanced technical reporting systems, setting new benchspans for operational efficiency.

Orchestrate and guide procedural workgroups, overseeing the full lifecycle of documentation—from authoring to quality control—ensuring precision and clarity in all processes. Facilitate the assignment of training to keep teams at the forefront of industry standards.

Collaborate seamlessly with specialized programs, ensuring cutting-edge tools and comprehensive documentation are always available for optimal operational performance.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

Dive deep into supply chain analytics, including spend tracking, food cost analysis, inventory management, and compliance assessments. Provide innovative solutions to root cause issues and champion continuous improvement.

Assess and refine demand-planning methods within CSCs, leveraging consumption trends and developing forward-thinking data measures to optimize resource allocation.

Integrate state-of-the-art analytical tools into financial controlling and performance reporting, ensuring alignment between CSCs and corporate goals.

Lead the charge in redefining operational metrics, challenging the status quo by developing advanced measurement tools and driving improvements in planning accuracy and overall performance.

Collaborative Innovation & Leadership:

Partner with internal stakeholders to provide strategic insights and actionable recommendations, owning initiatives that reduce food costs and enhance overall efficiency.

Balance the intricate details of goods receipts while resolving APW issues with finesse, ensuring seamless operations and cost control.

Offer expert analytical support to drive success across a range of high-impact processes and projects, leading teams towards strategic excellence.

Reporting:

This position reports to the CSC Materials Manager or Supervisor with a dotted line to the Supply Chain Management team for training, reporting, and mentorship.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• An Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in a related field, demonstrating a solid foundation in business and supply chain dynamics.
  
• 2 to 5 years of proven success in a similar role, with a track record of driving operational excellence and innovation.
  
• Mastery of computer systems, with strong skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite, ensuring seamless productivity and collaboration.
  
• Familiarity with SAP MM and CBase is a plus, showcasing your ability to work with sophisticated enterprise resource planning systems.
  
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, paired with the ability to deliver compelling presentations that influence stakeholders at all levels.
  
• A self-directed professional with outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, ready to lead and collaborate with diverse teams.
  
• In-depth understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, Supply Chain management, and Purchasing, positioning you as a strategic asset in driving efficiency.
  
• Advanced reconciliation abilities, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to handle complex financial tasks.
  
• Superior analytical and conceptual thinking skills, enabling you to break down complex problems and develop innovative solutions.
  
• A keen eye for detail and strong time management skills, ensuring that tasks are completed with precision and efficiency.
  
• A natural problem-solver, equipped with the skills to tackle challenges head-on and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

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