Livestock Buyer

Cultura Connect; Perth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Commission

Job summary

Cultura Connect, based in Perth, Scotland, is recruiting a Livestock Buyer to secure a steady supply of high-quality cattle and sheep. The role splits time between the office and field visits, building strong relationships with farmers and livestock agents across the supply chain.

You will manage stock transport, ensure humane and ethical arrival of animals, and stay informed on market trends. A competitive salary with a company car and commission reflects your experience and performance in this

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of livestock production systems.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise own diary to meet business needs.
• A passion for livestock, and a natural networker who enjoys dealing with farmers.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A team player who can work cross-functionally across a business.
• Driven and resilient with the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment.
• An established network of industry contacts.
• Good commercial and financial acumen.
• A UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a sufficient and consistent supply of livestock into the supply chain to meet demand.
• Network and establish business relationships with livestock agents and farmers.
• Manage the transportation of stock, ensuring animals arrive in a timely, humane, and ethical manner.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and farm assurance requirements.
• Work collaboratively across the team ensuring a smooth, efficient supply chain.
• Stay informed and updated on market trends and price fluctuations within the sector.

Skills

Livestock production

Communication & negotiation

Networker

Organised diary

Commercial acumen

UK driving licence

Job description

About the Company

An established food business, specialising in the supply of award-winning British red meat into the UK market. The business is fully committed to providing a sustainable and cutting-edge supply chain, investing in development and innovation to ensure the needs of both farmers and customers are met.

About the Role

Passionate about quality livestock and building strong relationships with farmers? Join a fast-paced, dynamic business where you'll make a real impact and no two days are ever the same. As a Livestock Buyer, you'll play a key role in securing a consistent supply of high-quality cattle and sheep, joining an ambitious and growing team based at one of our client's Perth sites. Splitting your time between the office and the field, you'll build strong relationships with farmers, sourcing livestock over the phone and through regular farm visits. This supplier-focused role requires excellent communication skills, commercial awareness, a strong understanding of livestock production systems, and a keen eye for animal quality. A natural relationship builder, you'll be confident engaging with producers and ideally have an established network of industry contacts that enables you to thrive in this competitive and fast-moving environment. We're looking for someone with solid industry experience, a proactive approach, and the ability to build lasting partnerships with farmers. In return, you'll join a forward-thinking business offering genuine career progression and the opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, rewarding, and growing industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a sufficient and consistent supply of livestock into the supply chain to meet demand
• Network and establish business relationships with livestock agents and farmers
• Manage the transportation of stock, ensuring animals arrive in a timely, humane, and ethical manner
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and farm assurance requirements
• Work collaboratively across the team ensuring a smooth, efficient supply chain
• Stay informed and updated on market trends and price fluctuations within the sector

Qualifications

Education details not specified.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding of livestock production systems
• Highly organised and able to prioritise own diary to meet business needs
• A passion for livestock, and a natural networker who enjoys dealing with farmers
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• A team player who can work cross-functionally across a business
• Driven and resilient with the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
• An established network of industry contacts
• Good commercial and financial acumen
• A UK driving licence

Preferred Skills

Not specified.

Pay range and compensation package

A competitive salary and package including a company car and commission, commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience. *Basic salary bandings are indicative only. Final salary offers are determined by our clients and are reflective of a candidate’s individual experience and technical expertise.