Cattle Buyer - CO

Join Meyer Natural Foods as a Cattle Buyer in Colorado. Overview of the Cattle Buyer Position: This is a hands-on, full-time position performing day-to-day duties, including handling the daily activities associated with Natural feedlots and ranches, including purchase contracts, affidavits, and all other paperwork associated with procuring cattle. Cattle Buyers help serve as the eyes and ears of the Company. Our Cattle Buyers must be honest, upstanding individuals for our Company to have the highest level of integrity. Cattle Buyers must support all divisions of the Company, such as ranch tours and education seminars.

These functions allow the management team to make the best decisions for the Company.

What will you do?Develop a network of cattle producers by using professional communication, technology, and cattle knowledge that supports the Company’s core values and provides the highest quality in compliance with long-term sustainabilityProcure Cattle in a way that accurately matches demand and budget costsResponsible for obtaining all necessary affidavits, contracts, negotiations, and paperwork associated with the procurement of cattleCommunicates with producers on all fronts to maintain strong relationshipsReviews and analyzes data to maintain consistent and high-quality cattleReview all aspects of cattle department procedures and related documents to ensure compliance with the cattle acquisition program requirementsRecommends updates to the Cattle Procedure Manual (Protocol) to ensure compliance and further strengthen the programSelects/sorts cattle for harvest and collects all related documentsSupport, inform, and assist the Sr.

Director of Cattle Procurement, the Director of Operations, the cattle buyers, and the Compliance OfficerPerform necessary paperwork as required (i. e. , Compliance forms, break-even analysis, visit reports, expense reporting, etc.

)Communicate any needs or issues immediately, responsible for understanding, tracking, negotiating, managing cattle costs, and providing timely and meaningful reporting on the cattle’s performanceSee all Programs under the Meyer Natural Foods parent company to successful completion through detailed audits, coordination, and scheduling with producers, third-party auditors, suppliers, and finishersAssist with other duties as assignedDo you have the education and experience for this role?A bachelor’s degree in production agriculture, animal science, or a related field is preferred7+ years of proficient understanding and working knowledge of both cattle procurement and the cattle feeding industry are requiredCompensation:

$115,000 to $149,500 (depending on experience)Do you possess these specialized Skills that make you a qualified candidate:

Advanced knowledge of Excel and understanding of ERP systems (Canopy) and basic analyticsCan leverage day-to-day tactical goals to support/achieve the company’s strategic positionExceptional problem-solving skillsStrong knowledge of cattle markets, beef markets, and beef pricingAbility to collaborate with varying individuals in a dynamic environment while multitaskingCapable of handling high-stress situationsMust be on call often outside of normal business hours and on weekendsMust have a clean driving record, maintain current vehicle insurance, and be able to pass insurability guidelines for drivabilityOn a pristine Montana Angus cattle ranch, Meyer Natural Foods was founded as a pursuit of Bob Meyer's passion.

He aimed to produce the best-tasting beef by practicing the highest standards of ranching. Today, Meyer Natural Foods has broadened its expertise in the natural protein category by expanding the product portfolio to include beef, pork, and turkey. Privately held and wholly owned for over 35 years, Meyer Natural Foods' premium products are featured in more than 16,500 retail locations and food distributors across the United States, Canada, and Asia. Learn more about us on our website: https: //www. meyernaturalfoods. com/Closing Date: 08/20/2025Benefits: We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our eligible full-time employees, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceEmployer-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD)401(k) retirement planPaid Time Off: including Sick Leave, Vacation, and HolidaysWhile we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that candidates selected for an offer of employment will be required to submit a criminal record check and references as part of the conditional offer process. Powered by JazzHREa7290GwCC