Meat Buyer

DB Foods Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with uncapped bonus

Career progression opportunities

Supportive, fast-paced environment

Job summary

DB Foods Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Meat Buyer who excels in negotiation and relationship building to secure optimal deals in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include purchasing meat and protein products while meeting margin targets, negotiating terms with suppliers, and monitoring market trends. Candidates must have proven experience in meat buying and a strong commercial mindset. Competitive salary with uncapped bonus and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in meat or protein buying, within wholesale, retail or FMCG.
• Confidence to negotiate and challenge bad deals.
• Strong understanding of margins and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase meat and protein products.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Commercial mindset

Understanding of supply markets

Decision making under pressure

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a sharp, commercially driven Meat Buyer who thrives on negotiation, relationship building, and securing the best deals in a fast-paced environment. This isn’t just a purchasing role — we need a deal maker who understands margins, market trends, and how to create value across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase meat and protein products in line with business needs and margin targets
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with suppliers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and competitor activity
• Identify new sourcing opportunities and cost‑saving initiatives
• Work closely with sales and operations teams to align supply with demand
• Manage stock levels, ensuring availability while minimising waste
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in meat or protein buying, within wholesale, retail or FMCG
• Confidence to negotiate, challenge, and walk away from bad deals
• Strong commercial mindset with a clear understanding of margins and profitability and evidence of improving margin
• Solid understanding of supply markets and pricing dynamics
• Must have experience on volume deals, international supply chains and the key suppliers
• Ability to thrive under pressure and make quick, informed decisions
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills and someone who is ready to step up and take real ownership
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and focused on delivery, not talking about it

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary with uncapped bonus and benefits
• Opportunity to make a real commercial impact
• Career progression within a growing business
• Supportive, fast‑paced, and entrepreneurial environment

Ready to Make Deals That Matter?

If you’re a natural negotiator who knows how to spot value and close a deal, we’d love to hear from you.

Bottom Line

If you’re sitting in a competitor business thinking “I could do more if I was given the chance” – this is that chance.

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