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BEEF CATEGORY MANAGER-SPECIALTY BRANDS

Greeley, CO · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Provide weekly headcount needs and program requirements to the cattle procurement team. * Participate in demand planning, forecasting, and S&OP processes by preparing data, aligning inputs, and ...

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General Manager I

Yuma, CO · On-site

Maximizes profit through prudent procurement of commodities, management of expenses, marketing of cattle, and execution of risk management strategies. Oversees and participates in preparation of ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for cattle procurement in the United States is $31.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cattle Procurement professionals are responsible for sourcing and purchasing cattle that meet specific quality and health standards set by their organization. A typical day may involve communicating with ranchers or suppliers, visiting livestock markets or farms, evaluating animals, and negotiating purchase agreements. They also monitor inventory levels, coordinate transportation logistics, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaboration with quality assurance and production teams is common to ensure that procured cattle align with company needs. This dynamic role requires adaptability and regular travel to maintain strong supplier relationships and secure the best livestock for the business.

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A Cattle Procurement job involves sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing cattle for meat processing or livestock operations. Professionals in this role work with ranchers, feedlots, and auction houses to ensure a consistent supply of quality cattle. They assess market trends, evaluate livestock conditions, and manage contracts to secure the best prices and quality. Strong knowledge of cattle grading, pricing, and industry regulations is essential. Effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial for building relationships with suppliers.

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Cattle Procurement Specialist

Cattle Procurement Specialist

Beef Northwest Feeders LLC

North Powder, OR • On-site

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description

The Cattle Procurement Specialist manages the daily financial operations of the cattle procurement process, including payment processing, freight reconciliation, lot invoicing, and month-end account reconciliation. This role ensures that all cattle and freight transactions are recorded accurately and settled in a timely manner, serving as a critical link between procurement, accounting, and feedyard operations. In addition, the Specialist serves as a key backup to the Procurement Logistics Manager, cross-training on transportation scheduling, inventory reporting, and contract administration to ensure operational continuity and develop into broader logistics responsibilities over time.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities


Daily Financial Operations

Prepare and distribute the daily procurement balances email, outlining all incoming and outgoing funds for cattle procurement.

Process daily cattle invoice payments, ensuring accurate reconciliation of all transactions.


Lot Invoicing & Closeouts

Invoice customers for closed lots at all feedyard locations, including preparation of final accounting entries and breakeven reconciliations.


Freight Payment & Reconciliation

Process weekly freight payments, reconciling invoices against dispatch records and contracts.


Month-End Reconciliation

Review and balance all procurement accounts at month-end, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all recorded transactions.


Logistics Support & Backup

Serve as the primary backup to the Procurement Logistics Manager, covering essential logistics duties during absences or periods of high volume.

Cross-train on transportation scheduling, including entering shipment details into the dispatch system and coordinating truck orders for incoming cattle across feedyard locations.

Assist with compiling and distributing the weekly cattle inventory report across all feedyard locations.

Support the entry of cattle contracts into the Cattle Purchase Database and assist with breakeven analyses as directed.

Progressively assume additional logistics responsibilities as skills develop and operational needs dictate.

Perform all other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Agribusiness, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Two or more years of experience in accounts payable, procurement accounting, or agricultural finance preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (NetSuite experience a plus).

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage daily transactional volume accurately.

Effective communication skills for coordinating across departments and locations.

Familiarity with cattle feeding operations and procurement processes desirable.

Willingness to cross-train on transportation logistics, dispatch systems, and contract administration to support backup coverage and career growth.


Competencies

Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in daily payment processing, lot invoicing, and account reconciliation.

Reliability: Delivers consistent, accurate financial data that procurement and accounting teams depend on daily.

Organizational Skills: Manages overlapping daily, weekly, and monthly financial workflows without missing deadlines.

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves discrepancies in cattle and freight payments efficiently.

Adaptability: Readily expands into logistics functions to support team coverage and contribute to operational continuity.

Integrity: Handles sensitive financial transactions with discretion and professionalism.


Work Environment

This position is based in Beef Northwest's North Powder, Oregon office and operates in a professional office environment with daily coordination across feedyard locations, vendors, and the finance team.


 BNW Feeders provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and applicable state laws. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources.

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