Livestock Procurement Specialist – Cattle & Sheep (Permanent)

ABP UK; Shrewsbury; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company car

Pension scheme

Subsidised canteen

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Employee of the month reward scheme

Descripción de la vacante

ABP UK in Shrewsbury is hiring a full-time Livestock Buyer to join our Procurement team. The role focuses on securing cattle and sheep, managing supplier relationships and ensuring deliveries meet our pricing and welfare standards.

You will liaise with farmers, hauliers and management, visit farms, and help coordinate production scheduling while upholding all animal welfare rules and company policies.

Formación

• Experience in livestock/red meat industry advantageous but not required.
• Ability to communicate clearly with farmers, suppliers and management.
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence and be willing to learn processes.

Responsabilidades

• Procure cattle and sheep to meet weekly needs within price guidance and welfare standards.
• Provide procurement advice to management, farmers and hauliers as required.
• Visit farms to build relationships and attend producer meetings.
• Coordinate with agents, farmers and hauliers to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare legislation and company procedures.
• Attend agricultural shows and related events as required.
• Learn areas across procurement, animal welfare, slaughter, and production planning.

Conocimientos

Motivated

Commercial thinking

Time management

Self-motivated

Communication

Attention to detail

MS Office

Adaptability

Resilience

Driving licence

Descripción del empleo

ABP UK in Shrewsbury is hiring a full-time Livestock Buyer to join our Procurement team. The role focuses on securing cattle and sheep, managing supplier relationships and ensuring deliveries meet our pricing and welfare standards.

You will liaise with farmers, hauliers and management, visit farms, and help coordinate production scheduling while upholding all animal welfare rules and company policies.