Trader - Meat

International Trader - Beef; Pork & Poultry

A key role with an organisation which buys, sells, trades and uses these meats to manufacture top quality food for Ireland and the UK. They are adding to the team - looking for a budding or experienced Trader... so it is a key opportunity for you to bring your magic in this role.

Key Responsibilities include: -

• Revenue and margin generation against agreed targets
• Build and maintain long term positive strong and profitable relationships with new and existing customers
• Implement efficient account planning and reporting
• Manage stock / production levels in conjunction with the Commercial Manager
• Work closely with other functions within the business such as procurement of products for trade
• Maximise business reach across all markets and sectors worldwide
• Support and execute the overall company and product strategies
• Represent the company as one of the leading suppliers of commodity, retail, niche and ingredients protein products
• Worldwide travel required for this role
• Ability to guide and mentor new talent within the team

Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience:

• Ideally 3 to 5+ years sales executive experience and a proven track record within the Agri-food, farming, beef, pork, or poultry sectors
• Proven track record in trading in line with agreed targets
• Extensive knowledge of the protein trading landscape
• Experience and understanding of worldwide markets
• Full driver's license, valid passport and be prepared for extensive worldwide travel
• Strong motivation skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written
• Good sound commercial understanding of business environments
• Experience in an international environment
• Highly organised and structured
• Social competence essential with a friendly, enthusiastic and outgoing approach
• Passionate about delivering great customer service
• Analytical and planning skills
• Driven and ambitious to succeed
• A good bit of travel will be required so you need a passport that allows you to move around the world with ease.

Rewards: A wide range of benefits are available