Purchasing Execution •Execute purchasing transactions with vendors and coordinate offers with the trading and sales teams.•Consult with suppliers to secure product information including pricing, availability, specifications, and delivery schedules.•Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers to ensure consistent product flow.•Monitor inventory positioning and collaborate with leadership to optimize purchasing decisions based on demand, company’s financial needs, and market conditions.•Apply inventory management practices specific to the beef category to ensure optimal product flow and availability.•Manage Key Responsibilities Supplier & Market Management •Manage an assigned portfolio of beef suppliers.•Build and maintain long-term relationships with packers, processors, exporters, brokers, and distributors across key beef origins.•Identify new sourcing opportunities and supplier diversification to strengthen Andes’ beef supply network.•Travel when necessary to visit suppliers and plants, evaluate partnerships, attend industry trade shows, and identify new opportunities.