Buyer / Purchaser / Procurement / Supply Chain / Logistics

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Work Location Type: On-Site

Salary Range: $18.32 - 27.83 per hour

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. The Buyer plays a key role in keeping our operation running smoothly by sourcing and developing a strong, dependable supply chain for assigned categories of goods and services. You’ll also provide hands‑on tactical procurement support for non‑strategic materials, ensuring the Customer Service Center has everything it needs to deliver exceptional quality and service every day. This position offers the chance to make a real impact optimizing supply continuity, contributing to cost‑saving initiatives, and helping shape the purchasing strategies that keep SkyChefs operating at the highest level of excellence.

Medical, Dental, Vision

• Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, & a variety of voluntary benefits.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• Partner with operations and corporate teams to understand sourcing needs and ensure we have the right products at the right time.

Manage vendor performance, address issues quickly, and recommend better options when needed.

Identify and onboard high‑quality suppliers who meet SkyChefs’ standards.

Support menu and product changes by sourcing items that meet customer specifications, quality expectations, and pricing targets.

One to three years purchasing or related field experience

Bachelor Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain management preferred

Working knowledge of SAP preferred

Ability to effectively work in teams and with customers

Strong analytical skills for evaluating data

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