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Form of workPosted: 01/03/2023
Closing Date: 30/03/2023
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Inverell, NSW
Job Category: Feedlot,Livestock,Other
Bindaree Food Group (BFG) is a vertically integrated supply chain business delivering global meat solutions both domestically and internationally and has solidified its position as a prominent leader in the Australian meat industry.
Job Description
We are searching for a very talented and driven individual to lead the Livestock function for our business.
Based in beautiful Inverell (northern NSW) and reporting directly to the CEO, as the General Manager of Livestock you will be responsible for strategic and operational sourcing, procurement, and management of livestock programs from backgrounding and farmer relationships through to the stockyards.
This is an opportunity for someone with strong commercial acumen and a passion for livestock looking to take the next step in their career.
A typical week might include:
Working with the CEO and Executive team to advise on livestock procurement strategy, using market trends and insights to drive P&L performance and forecasts;
Working with your livestock buying team to understand trends in the market, including sale yards, ensuring appropriate cattle numbers are purchased for weekly processing (up to ~6000 hd) or feedlotting (up to~1250 hd)
A visit to our Myola Feedlot, Croppa Creek to check in on how the team is managing their operations, safety, animal health programs, and people priorities;
Consulting your livestock planning team to understand the demand forecast and any predicted gaps;
Playing an active role in local cattle sales to bring in the best cattle for the business;
Visiting your team at the stockyards at our Inverell facility to make sure our cattle are healthy and ready for processing
As a key leader in our business, you will naturally role model our corporate values of Openness, Culture of Care, Agility, and Exceeding Expectations. You will prioritise the development of your team and encourage members to identify and implement opportunities to optimise productivity.
You are the right for the role if:
You are passionate about livestock, backgrounding programs, and experienced in buying cattle at commercial sales.
You understand P&L drivers and have proven financial and business acumen.
You have strong interpersonal skills and personal ethics.
You have a strategic mindset and the ability to think outside the square
You are a strong communicator and can clearly articulate a vision for others to act on.
In return, we will give you:
The opportunity to work as part of a passionate, experienced team with direct exposure to the CEO and Executive.
A competitive remuneration package with salary packaging options including novated leasing, mortgage repayments, and utilities.
Support with your relocation if needed. We will put you in touch with trusted real estate contacts to help you find your new home and financially support your relocation to Inverell.
We believe a person’s role should evolve and grow in line with their development, career aspirations, and the growth of the business.
Take the next step in your career, if this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
