Calf Supply Development Manager

Calf Supply Development Manager# Calf Supply Development Manager## Summary
* ** Job Area:
** Commercial
* ** Position:
** Permanent
* *
* Location:

** UK / Office & Field Based
* ** Salary:
** DOE
* ** Job Reference:
** Calf Supply Development Manager
* ** Posted Date:
** 25th June 2026 12:00 am Apply For This Role## Share This Role Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Email  To A Friend## Detail We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Calf Supply Development Manager to support the growth and development of our calf procurement network. This hybrid role combines office-based planning and administration with extensive field-based supplier engagement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, acquiring, onboarding, and maintaining relationships with calf suppliers while ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality calves to meet business requirements.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of calf genetics and breeding systems, enabling them to identify and develop supply partnerships that deliver consistent, high-quality calves aligned with customer specifications and market requirements.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Supplier Acquisition & Development
*** Identify and engage potential calf suppliers across designated regions.
* Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective contract calf suppliers.
* Conduct farm visits to assess suitability, production standards, and supply potential.
* Negotiate and establish calf supply agreements in line with company requirements.
* Build long-term relationships with farmers, livestock producers, and industry stakeholders.
* Represent the business at agricultural events, livestock markets, and industry meetings.
** Supply Chain Coordination
*** Coordinate calf procurement activities to ensure continuity of supply.
* Monitor supplier performance, volumes, and quality standards.
* Work closely with operations and logistics teams to align supply with demand.
* Maintain accurate supplier records, contracts, and procurement data.
* Assist in forecasting supply requirements and identifying supply risks.
** Quality & Compliance
*** Ensure suppliers meet company animal welfare, health, and biosecurity standards.
* Support implementation of supplier compliance programmes.
* Monitor market trends, calf availability, and pricing movements.
* Identify opportunities for supply chain improvements and efficiencies.
** Relationship Management
*** Act as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers.
* Resolve supplier issues promptly and professionally.
* Provide regular updates and reports to management on supplier activities and procurement performance.
** Skills & Experience
**** Essential Skills & Experience
*** Strong understanding of dairy and calf production systems.
* Good knowledge of calf genetics, breeding programmes, and sire selection within dairy beef supply chains.
* Ability to assess calf quality, genetic potential, and suitability for customer and market requirements.
* Understanding of dairy breeding trends, including the use of beef-on-dairy genetics and their impact on calf performance and value.
* An established network of dairy farm contacts and industry relationships that can be leveraged to support supplier acquisition and development.
** Highly Desirable
*** Experience working with breeding programmes, genetic evaluations, or livestock procurement.
* Knowledge of leading dairy and beef genetics, breeding indexes, and performance traits.
* Understanding of how genetics influence calf health, growth rates, feed efficiency, carcass performance, and overall supply chain value.
** Personal Attributes
*** Driven and target-focused.
* Confident engaging with farmers and industry stakeholders.
* Professional and trustworthy.
* Practical problem solver.
* Resilient and adaptable.
* Passionate about agriculture and livestock production.
** What We Offer
*** Competitive salary.
* Hybrid working environment.
* Opportunities for career progression within a growing agricultural business.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
** Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
*** Number of new contracted calf suppliers onboarded.
* Weekly and monthly calf supply volumes secured.
* Supplier retention rates.
* Compliance with quality and welfare standards.
* Supply chain continuity and fulfilment targets.
* Growth of supplier network within target regions.
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