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LSG Sky Chefs

Food Procurement Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$59K - $65K/yr

Food Procurement Specialist Job Location: Dallas-USA-75261 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $59,000.00 - 65,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights.

SkyChefs

$59K - $65K/yr

Food Procurement Specialist Job Location: Dallas-USA-75261 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $59,000.00 - 65,000.00 About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights.

Midwest Food Bank

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Fort Myers, FL · On-site

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Lead food procurement and logistics, including donated food, local and regional suppliers, brokered loads, load scheduling, and inter-facility transfers. * Maintain productive operational ...

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$48K - $77K/yr

Managing budget and cost control, menu planning, quality food procurement, food preparation and service, administrative record keeping, maintaining high standards of nutritional care, quality ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for food procurement in the United States is $95,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Procurement job involves sourcing, purchasing, and managing food supply for an organization, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. Professionals in this role work with suppliers to ensure food quality, negotiate prices, and maintain inventory levels. They must also stay informed about market trends, food safety regulations, and cost-effective purchasing strategies. Effective food procurement helps businesses minimize waste, optimize costs, and ensure a steady supply of ingredients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food procurement, and why are they important?

To thrive in Food Procurement, you need strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills, typically backed by a degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (like SAP or Oracle), inventory management systems, and knowledge of food safety standards are important technical assets. Excellent communication, relationship-building abilities, and adaptability help professionals stand out in this role. These skills ensure cost-effective, timely sourcing of quality food products while maintaining compliance and positive supplier relationships.

What are some common challenges faced in food procurement, and how are they addressed?

Food Procurement professionals often face challenges such as fluctuating market prices, supply chain disruptions, and ensuring product quality and safety. To address these, they stay updated on market trends, maintain strong relationships with multiple vendors, and implement robust quality assurance processes. Good communication and proactive planning help minimize the impact of shortages or delays. Successful procurement teams also collaborate closely with culinary, operations, and finance departments to balance cost, quality, and inventory needs.

Is food procurement a high stress job?

Food procurement can be a high-stress job due to tight deadlines, inventory management, and supplier negotiations. It requires strong organizational skills and the ability to handle pressure, especially during peak times or supply shortages.
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Food Procurement Specialist

Dallas, TX • On-site

LSG Lufthansa Service Holding AG
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Job description

Job Title: Food Procurement Specialist
Job Location: Dallas-USA-75261
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $59,000.00 - 65,000.00

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 Food Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring a seamless and efficient supply chain by sourcing, purchasing, and managing assigned categories of goods and services. This position is responsible for building and maintaining strong supplier relationships while supporting the continuous flow of products needed to meet operational demands.

Key responsibilities include procuring produce, frozen foods, and other food-related commodities, monitoring inventory levels, and managing expired or obsolete inventory to minimize waste and control costs.

Partnering closely with internal stakeholders, vendors, and Customer Service Center teams, the Food Procurement Specialist helps maintain a reliable, cost-effective supply chain that supports operational excellence, product availability, and customer satisfaction.

Main Accountabilities
  • Work in collaboration with the Customer Service Centers and other corporate disciplines to determine current and future sourcing needs, coordinate the best method for fulfilling those needs and monitor ongoing effectiveness
  • Ensure that vendor performance issues are addressed quickly and should problems continue, provide analysis of alternatives, making changes when appropriate
  • Identify, assess, and pursue supplier development opportunities based on the expected impact/benefits to SkyChefs
  • Work with Program Management departments to ensure proper items are sourced, and what is being sourced is within the specifications and price parameters of the customer
  • Drive performance that results in year over year cost reductions through the standardization of products and pursuit of best possible commodity/service costs
  • Identify and onboard vendors who meet the required SkyChefs qualifications
  • Use knowledge of available products, vendor capabilities, and industry innovation to guide customers towards standardized products
  • Model corporate values and participate as required in groups
  • Proactively support other departments and functions as the Procurement specialist
  • Display fiscal responsibility in the pursuit of best cost procurement for the organization
  • Regularly exhibits the ability to solve problems and drive issue to closure with appropriate supervision
  • Open availability, weekends, and holidays as operations require
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain management preferred
  • 3–5 years of experience in warehouse operations, purchasing, or inventory
  • management.
  • Oversee receiving, storage, and distribution of food products, frozen goods,packaging, and operational supplies.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Working knowledge of SAP preferred
  • Ability to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to effectively work in teams and with customers
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating data
  • Must have a valid current driver’s license

SkyChefs is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.

SkyChefs is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.

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