Job Description

Job Purpose:

• The LivestockProcurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and procuring healthy livestock (primarily cattle) for Amo Farm’s pastoralist operations.
• The role ensures cost-effective purchasing while maintaining high standards of animal health, quality, and compliance with biosecurity and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Livestock Sourcing & Procurement:

• Identify and engage reliable livestock suppliers, pastoralists, and markets across designated regions.
• Procure cattle and other livestock in line with approved specifications (breed, weight, age, and health status).
• Negotiate pricing and supply agreements to achieve cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Maintain a consistent and reliable supply pipeline to meet operational demand.

Quality Control & Animal Health:

• Conduct physical inspection of animals before purchase to ensure they meet Amo Farm standards.
• Collaborate with veterinary teams to verify animal health status and fitness for transport.
• Ensure all procured animals are disease-free and comply with biosecurity protocols.
• Reject substandard livestock and escalate quality concerns appropriately.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with pastoralists, traders, and livestock markets.
• Maintain a database of approved suppliers and track their performance.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, including veterinary, logistics, and farm operations teams.
• Monitor supplier compliance with agreed standards and ethical sourcing practices.

Logistics & Transportation Coordination:

• Coordinate transportation of livestock from purchase locations to farm or ranch sites.
• Ensure humane handling and adherence to animal welfare standards during transit.
• Work with logistics teams to optimise delivery timelines and minimise losses.
• Monitor mortality rates during transit and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Market Intelligence & Reporting:

• Monitor livestock market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply dynamics.
• Provide regular reports on procurement activities, costs, and supplier performance.
• Recommend procurement strategies based on market insights and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchases, including cost, quantity, and supplier details.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation such as purchase records, veterinary certificates, and movement permits.
• Support audits and ensure traceability of all procured livestock.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Cost efficiency of livestock procurement
• Quality and health status of procured animals
• Supplier reliability and performance
• Mortality rate during transportation
• Timeliness of supply delivery
• Compliance with procurement and biosecurity standards

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, or related field.
• 2–5 years’ experience in livestock procurement, pastoralist engagement, or farm operations.
• Strong knowledge of cattle breeds, livestock markets, and animal health indicators.
• Experience working in Northern Nigeria or with pastoralist communities is an advantage.
• Good negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to travel frequently to rural and remote locations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and sourcing skills
•  Knowledge of animal health and welfare standards
• Analytical and reporting skills
• Stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and decision-making ability
• High level of integrity and accountability

Working Conditions:

• Frequent travel to livestock markets and pastoralist communities.
• Exposure to outdoor and farm environments.
• May require extended working hours based on procurement schedules.