Meat Buyer

Job Advert

**Meat Buyer / Protein Buyer**

Carnivore FMC, Rugby, Warwickshire

**£40,000 - £50,000 per annum**

40 hours per week - Monday to Friday

**Hours**: 07:00 - 16:00

Ultimately, it will be down to you and your knowledge, as to how far you take the progression of this role within our business

**_
Duties will include, but not limited to:_**
- Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with meat & poultry suppliers, ensuring a reliable and commercially competitive supply chain.
- Negotiate favourable terms, including pricing, quality standards, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
- Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular assessments to ensure compliance with agreed-upon standards.
- Stay informed about market trends, pricing fluctuations, and industry developments related to meat & poultry products.
- Conduct thorough market research to identify new suppliers and emerging opportunities for cost savings and quality improvement.
- Collaborate with the Technical team to establish and maintain strict quality standards for all meat products.
- Work closely with the Rugby and Waltham Cross Teams to optimise stock levels and minimise waste.
- Develop and implement effective inventory control measures to ensure product availability while minimising excess stock.
- Analyse pricing trends and market conditions to recommend pricing adjustments when necessary.
- Liaise regularly with all relevant business functions.

**_
We are looking for applicants with the following skills, attributes, and experience:_**
- Keen analytical ability & problem-solving skills.
- Have a thorough understanding of the process from demand plan through to despatch, and how Raw Material planning links into this process.
- Strong relationship person, to maximise negotiating leverage.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work to tight deadlines within a dynamic and fast-moving environment.
- Able to work on own initiative & knowing when to seek support / guidance.
- Strong PC skills including MS Excel.

**_
Benefits include:_**
- Annual pay reviews
- 25 days plus Bank Holidays (increased with length of service up to 33 days)
- Group Personal Pension Plan.
- Retail Discount membership.
- Loyalty Sick Pay.
- Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme.
- Death in Service.
- Health Care Cash Plan membership.
- Further company tailored benefits achieved through service and commitment.

**_
This is only a brief outline of the Meat Buyer / Protein Buyer role. For more information or if to apply, please clink on the link. We look forward to hearing from you_