Scotland Livestock Buyer: Sourcing Cattle & Sheep

True North Talent Limited; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance bonus

Job summary

In The News in Central Scotland is seeking an experienced Livestock Buyer to join our procurement team. You will source cattle and sheep, visit farms, and build strong relationships with farmers and suppliers to ensure a steady supply for production.

The role requires livestock experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with travel across Scotland. A comprehensive understanding of animal welfare and farm assurance is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in livestock or agricultural sector.
• Practical knowledge of cattle and/or sheep.
• Experience from livestock buying, farming, agricultural markets, auctioneering or related background.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with farmers and suppliers.
• Commercial awareness and drive to develop within livestock procurement.
• Organised, able to work independently with regular travel.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Procure cattle and sheep from livestock suppliers through farm visits and direct communication.
• Ensure sufficient livestock is sourced to meet weekly production requirements.
• Negotiate pricing to secure best value.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with farmers and the wider supplier base.
• Coordinate livestock deliveries with farmers, agents, hauliers and other suppliers.
• Ensure sourcing complies with farm assurance requirements and animal welfare standards.
• Monitor livestock quality, availability and market conditions.
• Provide livestock procurement advice and market information to management.

Job description

In The News in Central Scotland is seeking an experienced Livestock Buyer to join our procurement team. You will source cattle and sheep, visit farms, and build strong relationships with farmers and suppliers to ensure a steady supply for production.

The role requires livestock experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with travel across Scotland. A comprehensive understanding of animal welfare and farm assurance is essential.