Meat Trader – Beef & Lamb (Distribution Channel)
Know your cuts, understand the market, and have a talent for closing deals?
KIT Recruitment is excited to partner with an established leader in the meat processing and distribution industry in Etobicoke, ON, to find an experienced, results-driven Meat Trader – Beef & Lamb to join their growing team!
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned sales professional with extensive knowledge of beef and lamb markets, commodity pricing, and foodservice distribution to drive profitable sales, build lasting customer relationships, and identify new business opportunities.
The ideal candidate brings a strong network within the protein industry, exceptional negotiation skills, and a proven track record of growing sales and maximizing margins in a competitive market.
Meat Trader – Beef & Lamb Details:
- Location: Etobicoke, ON
- Salary: $95,000–$129,000 annually
- Bonus: Eligible for discretionary bonus
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Benefits: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
- Retirement: Competitive employer-paid pension plan upon eligibility
- Additional Perks: Costco membership upon eligibility, employee meat purchase discounts, and free parking
Meat Trader – Beef & Lamb Responsibilities:
- Develop and grow beef and lamb sales across foodservice distributors, wholesalers, processors, and regional distribution channels.
- Identify new business opportunities, expand existing accounts, and build strong relationships with key decision-makers.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements while achieving sales, margin, and volume targets.
- Monitor domestic and international meat markets, commodity pricing, supply trends, and currency fluctuations to identify profitable trading opportunities.
- Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and logistics teams to coordinate product sourcing, inventory, and timely deliveries.
- Manage product specifications, quality standards, and inventory levels to meet customer requirements.
- Develop customized pricing and supply solutions while maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Monitor profitability, forecast sales volumes, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare sales reports, market updates, and business reviews to support strategic decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to maximize revenue, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Meat Trader – Beef & Lamb Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in meat trading, protein sales, or commodity trading required.
- Proven experience selling beef and/or lamb into foodservice distribution and wholesale channels required.
- Strong knowledge of meat fabrication, cuts, grading systems, product specifications, and market pricing.
- Demonstrated success in negotiating pricing, contracts, and supply agreements.
- Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record of achieving profitable sales growth.
- Experience with domestic and imported beef and lamb products considered an asset.
- Established industry relationships with foodservice distributors, wholesalers, and protein buyers preferred.
- Knowledge of international meat markets and import/export regulations is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, CRM systems, and sales reporting tools.
- Familiarity with Power BI dashboards and ERP systems to monitor sales, margins, and volume KPIs.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong analytical, financial, forecasting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Degree or diploma in Business, Agriculture, Food Science, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
Ready to Make Your Next Big Move in the Meat Industry?
If you know the beef and lamb markets inside and out, have a strong background in protein sales, and thrive on building profitable business relationships, we want to hear from you!
