Meat Buyer

3 months ago

Durban, South Africa HR Genie Full time

Our client is seeking a Meat Buyer who will be responsible for the purchasing of all meat procurement both locally and internationally.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop the purchasing of both fresh and frozen meat for exportation.

  • Building strategic relationships with new and existing suppliers.

  • Negotiating market support from suppliers.

  • Manage and negotiate costs though the value chain from livestock to the cuts that are required from our clients for their markets.

  • Monitor the execution of orders with suppliers and the Export Coordinators ensuring that all protocols are adhered to.

  • Inspection and loading, required to be physically present.

  • Supplier liaison, negotiation, market report feedback to suppliers.

  • Work with the PPECB inspectors and the veterinary department to get the correct documentation for shipments.

  • Negotiate pricing and payment terms with suppliers.

  • Source new suppliers where required and develop relationships with existing clients.

  • Problem solving and Claim resolution.

  • Settle claims with suppliers when they arise.

  • Keep track of all meat orders for export.

  • Place all orders with the various meat suppliers.

  • Ensure that the correct processes are always being adhered to.

Skills:

  • Computer Literate.

  • Valid Drivers License/Own reliable transport.

  • Negotiation skills.

  • Driven and determined.

  • Proactive and assertive.

  • Good interpersonal skills.

  • Able to handle pressure.

  • Solution driven.

  • Able to work independently.

  • Team Player.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar capacity with experience in purchasing.

  • Exceptional good meat knowledge and knowledge of the grades and cuts of pork, beef, chicken, lamb, and fish.

  • Good understanding /experience of the meat export process.

  • Current relationship with meat suppliers.

  • Understanding and or experience of import regulations for meat in South Africa would be a bonus.

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