Calf Supply Development Manager

Buitelaar Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Buitelaar Group is looking for a proactive Calf Supply Development Manager to enhance our calf procurement network. This hybrid role combines office-based planning with field-based supplier engagement. You will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, and maintaining relationships with calf suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of high-quality calves.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of calf genetics and has the ability to develop supply partnerships. In addition to competitive salary, you will benefit from ongoing training and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of dairy and calf production systems.
• Good knowledge of calf genetics and breeding programmes.
• Ability to assess calf quality and genetic potential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential calf suppliers across designated regions.
• Coordinate calf procurement activities to ensure continuity of supply.
• Ensure suppliers meet company welfare and biosecurity standards.

Skills

Understanding of dairy and calf production systems

Knowledge of calf genetics and breeding programmes

Ability to assess calf quality

Established network of dairy farm contacts

Job description

Calf Supply Development Manager# Calf Supply Development Manager## Summary* **Job Area:** Commercial* **Position:** Permanent* **Location:** UK / Office & Field Based* **Salary:** DOE* **Job Reference:** Calf Supply Development Manager* **Posted Date:** 25th June 2026 12:00 amApply For This Role## Share This RoleShare on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedInEmail To A Friend## DetailWe are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Calf Supply Development Manager to support the growth and development of our calf procurement network. This hybrid role combines office-based planning and administration with extensive field-based supplier engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, onboarding, and maintaining relationships with calf suppliers while ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality calves to meet business requirements.The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of calf genetics and breeding systems, enabling them to identify and develop supply partnerships that deliver consistent, high-quality calves aligned with customer specifications and market requirements.**Key Responsibilities****Supplier Acquisition & Development*** Identify and engage potential calf suppliers across designated regions.* Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective contract calf suppliers.* Conduct farm visits to assess suitability, production standards, and supply potential.* Negotiate and establish calf supply agreements in line with company requirements.* Build long-term relationships with farmers, livestock producers, and industry stakeholders.* Represent the business at agricultural events, livestock markets, and industry meetings.**Supply Chain Coordination*** Coordinate calf procurement activities to ensure continuity of supply.* Monitor supplier performance, volumes, and quality standards.* Work closely with operations and logistics teams to align supply with demand.* Maintain accurate supplier records, contracts, and procurement data.* Assist in forecasting supply requirements and identifying supply risks.**Quality & Compliance*** Ensure suppliers meet company animal welfare, health, and biosecurity standards.* Support implementation of supplier compliance programmes.* Monitor market trends, calf availability, and pricing movements.* Identify opportunities for supply chain improvements and efficiencies.**Relationship Management*** Act as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers.* Resolve supplier issues promptly and professionally.* Provide regular updates and reports to management on supplier activities and procurement performance.**Skills & Experience****Essential Skills & Experience*** Strong understanding of dairy and calf production systems.* Good knowledge of calf genetics, breeding programmes, and sire selection within dairy beef supply chains.* Ability to assess calf quality, genetic potential, and suitability for customer and market requirements.* Understanding of dairy breeding trends, including the use of beef-on-dairy genetics and their impact on calf performance and value.* An established network of dairy farm contacts and industry relationships that can be leveraged to support supplier acquisition and development.**Highly Desirable*** Experience working with breeding programmes, genetic evaluations, or livestock procurement.* Knowledge of leading dairy and beef genetics, breeding indexes, and performance traits.* Understanding of how genetics influence calf health, growth rates, feed efficiency, carcass performance, and overall supply chain value.**Personal Attributes*** Driven and target-focused.* Confident engaging with farmers and industry stakeholders.* Professional and trustworthy.* Practical problem solver.* Resilient and adaptable.* Passionate about agriculture and livestock production.**What We Offer*** Competitive salary.* Hybrid working environment.* Opportunities for career progression within a growing agricultural business.* Ongoing training and professional development.**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)*** Number of new contracted calf suppliers onboarded.* Weekly and monthly calf supply volumes secured.* Supplier retention rates.* Compliance with quality and welfare standards.* Supply chain continuity and fulfilment targets.* Growth of supplier network within target regions.