Food & Materials Purchasing Coordinator
Company: LSG Sky Chefs
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: March 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Food & Materials Purchasing Coordinator Job Location:
Des Plaines-USA-60016 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range:
$14.25 - 22.27 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 Responsible for
purchasing materials for the Materials department from suppliers;
ensure orders are accurate and complete in a timely manner. Main
Accountabilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Determine
quantity of food products to order based on forecast, on hand
inventory, lead-time, and supplier delivery schedule • Create
purchase orders • Reconcile purchase order against supplier
invoices and what is in system • Conduct daily/weekly/monthly
inventory using order guides and EOM process • Communicate with
supplier regarding order and pricing discrepancies • Determine
product overages/stockouts and communicate to manager; assist with
reallocation or substitution of product • Responsible for days on
hand (DOH) • Ensure addresses are up to date in the purchasing
system • Assist the Materials department on other projects as
needed • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by
management Knowledge, Skills and Experience • High school diploma
or general education degree (GED) • One to three years materials,
purchasing, and/or clerical experience required • SAP MM experience
preferred • Strong interpersonal/communication skills • Must be
able to perform in a high stress environment • Strong
organizational skills • Basic knowledge of Microsoft office
programs • Intermediate math skills (add, subtract, multiply,
divide) • Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
as needed LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer
of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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