Labor Cost & Profitability Specialist

Job Title : Labor Cost & Profitability Specialist Job Location : Irving-USA-75039 Work Location Type : Hybrid Salary Range : $69,579.07 - 86,973.83 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 Are you passionate about turning operational data into strategic advantage? As a Labor Cost & Profitability Specialist , you’ll be at the heart of pricing and margin strategy—translating labor and production inputs into powerful cost models that shape commercial decisions. This role blends industrial engineering with financial analysis to uncover cost drivers, optimize profitability, and foster cross-functional alignment across production, planning, and pricing. Main Accountabilities Analyze operational and financial data by reviewing labor, material, and process inputs, with the objective of building cost models that reflect true production practices. Support pricing decisions and margin management by interpreting customer requirements and linking operational assumptions to financial impacts, with the objective of informing pricing, ROI, and make-vs-buy decisions. Collaborate with Industrial Engineering and Operations to maintain accurate labor standards and identify process inefficiencies, with the objective of aligning cost models with continuous improvement. Conduct customer profitability analysis by comparing productivity metrics with financial results, with the objective of highlighting performance gaps and supporting margin enhancement initiatives. Standardize and improve costing methodologies by implementing control points, benchmarking practices, and documentation, with the objective of increasing consistency and transparency across functions. Respond to cross-functional costing inquiries by providing timely and accurate answers on cost drivers, labor allocation, and pricing logic, with the objective of supporting stakeholder decisions and commercial clarity. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field. 3 years of experience in labor costing, operations analysis, or process improvement. Solid understanding of time / motion studies, labor forecasting, or MTM. Strong analytical skills with a knack for interpreting complex operational data. Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP / MRP systems (SAP preferred). Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Self-starter mindset with project coordination experience and willingness to travel (up to 25%) Flexibility to work in a hybrid environment , (4 days in office) balancing remote productivity with in-person collaboration to drive results and build strong cross-functional relationships. LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.