Alley Buyer; Livestock Procurement

Job Summary

The Alley Buyer is responsible for handling livestock in a hog yard environment. This role involves sorting, counting, weighing, tattooing, permanently identifying, and penning livestock according to segregation programs, as well as learning pork procurement programs, carcass merit evaluation, harvest sheet processes, and buying procedures. The Alley Buyer will also serve as a relief buyer during manager absences for training or vacation coverage.

• Sort, count, weigh, and permanently identify hogs.
• Pen animals according to segregation programs.
• Learn and apply pork procurement programs, carcass merit data, and harvest sheet processes.
• Understand weight docks, buying procedures, and long-term contractual agreements.
• Serve as a relief buyer when managers are absent for training or vacation.
• Ensure compliance with all company SOPs for animal handling, safety protocols, and USDA regulations.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or livestock production background (December 2025 graduates considered, contingent on degree completion).
• Livestock
  
  Experience:
  
  Strongly preferred (hands-on work with hogs or similar livestock).
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Travel Availability: Must be willing to travel overnight as needed.

• Basic computer proficiency.
• Prior supervisory experience (limited oversight may be required).
• Familiarity with USDA regulations and animal welfare standards.

• Safety Gear
  
  Required:
  
  Hard hat, steel-toe boots, hearing protection.
• Temperature Variations: Exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Standing/walking for entire shift.
  • Moderate force may be needed to handle livestock.
  • Minimal lifting (under 5 lbs for tools/tattoo equipment).

• Career Growth: Clear pathway to advance into a Hog Buyer position.
• Dynamic Culture: Collaborative team environment with hands-on training.
• Industry Impact: Play a key role in livestock procurement and supply chain operations.

• Relocation: Nationwide support available.
• Bonus Potential: Target annual incentive plan (AIP) of 5%.