New Zealand Meat Trading Manager – Markwell Foods NZ Ltd | Auckland, New Zealand

 

Lead the growth of a dynamic and expanding meat trading business

Markwell Foods NZ Ltd is a leading food distribution business across a varied range of product segments. One of our divisions is meat where we trade throughout New Zealand and international markets. We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven New Zealand Meat Trading Manager to join our team and play a key role in managing and further developing supplier relationships, trading activities, and driving profitable growth.

 

About the Role

Reporting to the Meat & Export Division Manager, the New Zealand Meat Trading Manager will be responsible for the procurement, trading, and sales of New Zealand sourced meat. This role requires a strong understanding of the meat industry, excellent relationship management skills, and the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with meat processors, suppliers, and customers.
  • Negotiate product purchases and trades.
  • Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and industry developments.
  • Manage domestic and pacific export meat trading activities.
  • Identify new business opportunities and expand existing customer relationships.
  • Coordinate with logistics and operations teams to ensure efficient product delivery.
  • Participate in strategic planning and business development initiatives.

 

About You

You will be a commercially minded professional with a passion for the meat industry and/or related fields with a proven ability to build successful trading relationships. Continually thinking creatively, you are highly motivated and driven to achieve.

 

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Experience in meat trading, meat procurement, export sales.
  • Strong knowledge of meat products and the NZ meat landscape.
  • Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen and analytical ability.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business reporting.

 

Preferred

  • Existing industry contacts within the New Zealand meat sector.
  • Experience in meat “trading” (this is not a FMCG sales role).
  • Knowledge and experience in the Pacific Island trade.

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Opportunity to work with an established and growing meat & export trading business.
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future growth of the business.

 

Apply Now

This is a high-level role for the right individual. If you are an experienced meat industry professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and grow a successful trading portfolio, we would like to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and achievements.

Contact: Mark Robson

Ph: 021 440 128

Email: mark.robson@markwellfoods.co.nz

 

No recruiters please.