Cattle Buyer (WA-11498)

Job Description Job Description: Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a beef packing firm seeking an experienced industry leader to oversee cattle procurement, marketing, logistics, and risk management of their cattle buying operations. This position will play a key role in developing and executing cattle buying strategies, managing grid marketing programs, implementing futures hedging and risk management strategies, and maximizing overall profitability. The successful candidate must possess extensive knowledge of the cattle industry, from cattle procurement and animal health to feeding performance, carcass quality, and grid marketing, including experience with G-Schedule driven and Natural cattle programs. Responsibilities include sourcing and purchasing fed cattle in alignment with market conditions and company objectives, evaluating cattle performance and carcass value, monitoring cost of gain, closeouts, breakevens, and profitability, and analyzing market trends to make informed purchasing decisions. This individual will work closely with processing plant leadership, harvest scheduling, and barn personnel to coordinate cattle deliveries, maintain efficient operations, and optimize plant performance. Additional responsibilities include overseeing animal health protocols, coordinating with veterinary professionals, managing market exposure through futures hedging, and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of the cattle business from purchase through processing, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage both cattle performance and personnel effectively. Must be a strategic thinker with sound judgment, strong analytical abilities, and the confidence to make timely decisions in changing market conditions. This position requires an individual who can balance daily operational responsibilities with long-term business objectives while taking ownership of cattle buying performance, risk management, and overall profitability. Qualifications Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in cattle feeding, procurement, or livestock operations Proven experience with grid marketing and packer negotiations Strong understanding of futures markets and hedging strategies Experience managing Breed and G-Schedule specific and conventional cattle programs Strong financial literacy and performance analysis skills High integrity and decisive leadership style Why Is This a Great Opportunity Cattle Buyer $85000 - $145000 Missouri Salary Type : Annual Salary Salary Min : $ 85000 Salary Max : $ 145000 Currency Type : USD

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