This is your opportunity to join the procurement team of one of the UK’s leading meat producers.

My client is seeking an experienced buyer with a successful track record of sheep/beef cattle procurement and established contacts within the farming community.

This role is predominantly office based, with 1-2 days a week spent on the road visiting suppliers. You will join a small team with an existing supplier network.

The successful candidate will receive a company car, bonus and a salary that reflects their experience.

The role:

• Build and maintain relationships with farmers and suppliers
• Cattle grading
• Negotiate purchase prices
• Ensure consistent supply of cattle in line with procurement targets
• Visit farms/suppliers
• Ensure livestock deliveries are on schedule
• 3 - 4 days per week working in the office
• 1 - 2 days per week field based

About you:

• Previous Livestock Buyer experience
• Excellent understanding of beef/sheep production
• Good communication skills
• Organised and able to work under pressure
• Target driven
• UK driving licence

Remuneration:

• Competitive salary will be offered that reflects your experience
• Company car
• Bonus scheme

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