Beef Procurement Officer | Westmeath
| Company: | Kepak |
| Location: | Ireland |
| Salary: | Competitive |
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Description
- Build and develop relationships with Farmer Suppliers, Producer Groups and Factory Personnel
- Organise weekly cattle processing plan with site management
- Conduct farm visits daily and purchase market ready livestock direct from farm only
- Liaise with our haulage team to ensure the delivery of livestock to our site in line with daily schedule
- Arrange and agree payment to farmers for all livestock on the day of supply
Requirements
- Experience with livestock systems (cattle preferably)
- Familiarity with modern farming practices and regulatory matters
- Must hold full, clean driving license & have willingness to travel
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office
- Strong Work Ethic
- Ability to work on own initiative & meet targets
- Strong communication & negotiation skills
- Strong organisational and managerial ability
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Benefits
- Car allowance
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Company phone
- Company laptop
- Annual Leave – incremental with years of experience
- Subsidised canteen
- Free parking
- Flexibility of holiday planning
- Permanent contract