Materials Manager (Food)

About us

Role Purpose Statement

The Materials Logistics Manager is accountable for all supply chain and materials management performance metrics across the CSCs within the assigned region.

This role drives continuous improvement initiatives and provides end-to-end inventory oversight, from demand forecasting and procurement through delivery, ensuring operational efficiency, cost optimization, inventory accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include production planning, management of annual spend for perishable food products and materials, SKU optimization, food cost variance analysis, purchasing and vendor management, SOP development and implementation, customer relationship management, and leadership of a 10-member team.

The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on food industry experience, a deep understanding of HACCP principles and regulatory requirements, and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams. They possess expertise in purchasing, inventory and materials management, production planning, demand forecasting, and cost control, along with the ability to drive operational excellence and continuous process improvement across a complex supply chain environment.

How You’ll Elevate Our Team

• Oversee all inventory management functions, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and financial stewardship.
• Lead a team of warehouse professionals through coaching, training, and performance development.
• Ensure excellent execution of receiving, storage, requisitioning, and distribution processes.
• Implement enterprise-wide supply chain policies and ensure consistent execution across the region.
• Drive achievement of annual quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Ensure customer and company-owned materials are managed efficiently from receipt to production.
• Optimize par levels and order quantities based on airline specifications, menu cycles, and vendor lead times.
• Maintain full compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Conduct facility and equipment inspections to ensure safety, quality, and operational readiness

What We Look for in a Candidate

• Deep knowledge of inventory, warehouse operations, and material handling best practices
• Strong background in demand planning, forecasting, and vendor management
• Solid understanding of Lean principles and modern supply chain methodologies
• Proven ability to set a vision and turn it into actionable, measurable results
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills at all levels
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP MM
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related discipline or equivalent experience
• At least 8 years of hands-on operational leadership in supply chain or materials management
• Track record of leading change, transforming processes, and building strong teams in complex, fast-paced environments