Foyle Gloucester
Livestock Procurement Manager
FG/LPM/01/14
Foyle Gloucester requires a Livestock Procurement Manager to be based at their new abattoir, located in the
Forest Vale Industrial Estate, Cinderford, Gloucestershire. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of most
progressive beef processing groups in the UK and Ireland.
In this role, you will be responsible for the procurement of livestock from existing suppliers, prepare delivery
schedules to the abattoir, purchase reports, identify new livestock suppliers and cultivate relationships with current
suppliers and key industry contacts. This is a “hands on role” with livestock suppliers. You will be required to have
a strong agricultural background and knowledge of beef farming is considered essential.
You will be the primary point of contact for all livestock producers supplying the Gloucester site, spending time with
them to understand their needs, identify changes and cultivate relationships with current livestock suppliers –
whilst promoting the FOYLE brand to help secure new livestock producers.
You should have the following essential criteria:
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3rd Level Education qualification or equivalent in agricultural / Food related discipline
Proficient I.T. Skills
Excellent communication and time management skills
Proven ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
Accuracy in recording information and attention to detail
Good team player who is flexible and reliable in your approach
Hold a current valid UK driving license
The Company reserve the right to adjust the criteria to facilitate shortlisting.
Salary will be negotiated based on experience. Closing date for the receipt of applications 25th July 2014.
If you believe that you have the desire and discipline for the role please forward your CV or request an application
form, from the undermentioned address.
Foyle Gloucester
Forest Vale Road, Forest Vale Industrial Estate, Cinderford
Gloucestershire, England GL14 2PH.
T +44 (0) 1594 829906 F +44 (0) 1594 829915
Email: recruitment@foylegloucester.com