Livestock Procurement Specialist
3 weeks ago
This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in livestock procurement with one of the UK's leading meat producers.
As a Livestock Buyer, your primary focus will be on procuring a predetermined number of cattle and sheep for the abattoir each week. To excel in this role, you must be an effective communicator who can establish strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate the purchase of their livestock.
You'll need to be driven, well-organized, and able to meet strict procurement targets. Commercial beef/sheep farming experience is essential for success in this position. Training and support will be provided to ensure your growth in this role.
The Role:- Establish and maintain relationships with farmers and suppliers
- Cattle grading and quality assurance
- Negotiate purchase prices to secure the best deals
- Ensure consistent supply of cattle in line with procurement targets
- Visit farms/suppliers to assess quality and quantity
- Coordinate timely livestock deliveries
- Split time between office work (3-4 days) and field-based work (1-2 days)
- Deep understanding of beef/sheep production practices
- Excellent communication skills to build trust with suppliers
- Organized and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Target-driven mindset to achieve procurement goals
- Valid UK driving license
- A competitive salary commensurate with experience (£35,000 - £50,000 per annum)
- Company car for business use
- Bonus scheme tied to performance
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