Benjamin F.
Manager – Hog Procurement at Tyson Foods | Building Strong Producer Partnerships | Supply Chain & Agriculture Leadership
- Role
- Manager Hog Buyer at Tyson Foods
- Location
- Columbus Junction, IA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Benjamin F.
I am a Hog Procurement Manager at Tyson Foods, where I focus on building strong, long term partnerships with producers while ensuring a reliable and sustainable supply chain. With 27years in the livestock and protein industry, I specialize in contract negotiation, producer relations, and market analysis.I’m passionate about helping producers succeed while driving efficiencies in procurement and supply logistics. Known for clear communication and trusted relationships, I bring both operational knowledge and strategic insight to the supply chain.Always open to connecting with producers, industry peers, and professionals across the agri food supply chain.Skills • Procurement Strategy | Hog & Livestock Procurement | Contract Negotiation• Supplier Relationship Management | USDA & CME Market Analysis | Forecasting & Cost Modeling• Supply Chain Optimization | Logistics & Transportation | Agriculture & Protein Industry Expertise• Cross Functional Collaboration | Producer Relations | Leadership & Mentorship
Experience
Manager Hog Buyer
Apr 2022 — Present · Columbus Junction, IA, US
Lead procurement strategy and supplier relationships for hogs across multiple Tyson facilities.• Negotiate contracts and competitive pricing programs to balance producer needs with Tyson profitability.• Partner with sales, operations, and logistics to ensure consistent hog flow and optimal plant performance.• Provide market intelligence and cost analysis to guide executive decision making.
Education
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Animal Sciences
1996 — 1998
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