AddressOverview
- Join the AUSTREX team which in 2024 celebrates 51 years in operation.
- QLD Premier Export Award Winner 2023 – part of the AgTrade Group.
- Opportunity to be part of a friendly and collaborative team.
- Darwin-based and supported by Head Quarters in Brisbane.
BACKGROUND
Established in 1973, AUSTREX is a leader in the global livestock industry and a pioneer of the livestock export trade.
We are a significant part of the Australian and New Zealand rural economy, contributing hundreds of millions of dollars every year to rural and regional economies in both nations.
We have more than 250 team members across Australia, New Zealand, and trading partner nations and maintain long-term relationships with over 15,000 farming and primary production businesses.
Over our 50+ years of operating, we have built a reputation for prioritising animal welfare while providing innovative livestock supply chain solutions.
Sourcing high-quality livestock and genetics from trusted suppliers in Australia and around the world, we focus on building strong, long-lasting relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
AUSTREX has forged a strong reputation in-country and internationally for the safe, sustainable and high quality provision of livestock to respected importers across the globe. We are seeking an experienced Livestock Procurement professional to join our Darwin based team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in a livestock industry environment highly desirable.
- 5 + years of relevant experience in Livestock Procurement.
- The proven ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills while working within a team.
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven approach
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies to meet operational needs and business goals.
- Source and negotiate contracts with livestock suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and favourable terms.
- Manage and maintain strong relationships with livestock producers, agents and stakeholders.
- Monitor market trends and industry developments to inform procurement decisions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to optimise logistics and ensure efficient delivery of livestock.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ethical practices in all procurement activities.
- Provide mentoring, assistance and guidance to junior team members and operate in accordance with our set of AgTrade values.
The successful applicant will have:
- Animal husbandry skills and knowledge (essential).
- Genuine ability to build your own supply channels for livestock to fill the businesses requirements across cattle supply chains.
- Proven experience and ability in strategic procurement processes including supply chain management.
- Experience in driving and implementing process improvements within decentralised and complex businesses.
- The ability to create collaborative and productive working relationships with relevant stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, excellent time management and organisational skills.
- A willingness to work away from home and at weekends as required.
- A good understanding of and respect for safe work practices.
- Current drivers licence.
This role will involve livestock handling duties in quarantine or on-farm when required to support the operations team.
A phone, laptop and fully maintained vehicle will be supplied.
If you are a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for Livestock Procurement and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity in the Northern Territory, we encourage you to apply.
Remuneration will be commensurate with experience. Please include your salary expectations and the region of your residence in your cover letter. Please forward your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to **@agtrade.com.au.
We look forward to welcoming the newest member of our team!
