LIVESTOCK MARKET MANAGER VACANCY – FROME LIVESTOCK MARKET The Directors of Frome Livestock Auctioneers Ltd are seeking a confident, experienced and driven individual to manage and ensure continued growth of the market business. This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to influence future direction together with assisting the finance director in managing the financial performance of the business.

09.06.25

LIVESTOCK MARKET MANAGER  – FROME LIVESTOCK MARKET

The Directors of Frome Livestock Auctioneers Ltd are seeking a confident, experienced and driven individual to manage and ensure continued growth of the market business. This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to influence future direction together with assisting the finance director in managing the financial performance of the business.

Key responsibilities will include overall management of the following areas:

·        Reporting to the board of directors

·        Employment of over 30 full/part time staff, sub-contractors and auctioneers

·        Health & Safety policy

·        Market licensing, assurance and communication between relevant bodies (APHA, Red Tractor, Trading Standards etc.)

·        Business development and generation

·        Site leases, building maintenance and on-site effluent plant

·        Customer service and feedback

Shared responsibilities with directors and managers will include:

·        Customer payment terms and debt management

·        Banking and payment transactions

·        Livestock procurement strategies

·        IT and accounting systems

·        Communicating with and presenting information to shareholders

·        Overseeing on-site café

The successful candidate must possess the following skills and attributes:

·        Strong communication skills on all levels

·        Management experience

·        An approachable and confident personality

·        A basic understanding of livestock farming and terminology

·        Leadership and people management

·        Competency with IT systems (Microsoft word/excel etc.)

·        Decision making in high pressure environments

·        Experience with auction sales would be advantageous however not essential

Remuneration and package will be based on experience and the individual candidate. Flexible working hours will be considered for the right candidate.

Closing Date: Thursday 3rd July 9am.  The closing date may be brought forward should we receive a high volume of applicants.  To avoid disappointment, we suggest submitting your application promptly.

 

To apply, please send a cv and covering letter to Lester Williams at [email protected]

Office Address:  Frome Market, Standerwick, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2QB