Supply chain consultant Jobs in Portland, OR

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 three consecutive years 2023, 2024, and 2025 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.

Position Summary

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.

Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision ELIGIBLE DAY 1!
• Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, & and a variety of voluntary benefits. (ELIGIBLE DAY 1!)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) including company match
• Free Meals & Parking
• Membership to American Airlines Credit Union
• Opportunities for Advancement

How You'll Make a Difference

• 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 benchmarks 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.

What you should have for this role:

• 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.