Job Description
Summary:
Responsible for receiving incoming green coffee samples and ensuring their timely dispatch to customers. Provide support to the trading team by cupping and grading coffees in accordance with company procedures and business requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparing and dispatching samples to our clients
* Sample roasting for client requests and cupping sessions according to our roasting standards
* Set up and break down of cupping tables according to industry standards
* Keeping the quality lab clean and organized
* Monitoring inventory and equipment
* Registering incoming samples and keep proper documentation and records for all transactions
* Participating in cupping sessions
* Physical grading of green coffee samples
* Assist sales team and customers with quality related questions
* Calibrating, maintaining and updating customer specs
* Support Sales team in food safety and compliance matters including certifications, audits, documentation and related questionnaire
Qualifications
Qualifications:
* Excellent organization skills and record keeping
* Attention to detail
* Dynamic mindset and strong communication skills
Experience:
* Minimum 2 years of experience in the coffee industry
* Previous experience in coffee quality control or sensory analysis– Q Grader certification is a plus
* Sample roasting experience is preferred
* Experience in sales or other customer-facing role is an advantage
Technical Skills:
* Microsoft Office
* Tools for Quality assessment
* Understanding of exporter country quality standards & procedures
Languages:
* Proficiency in German and English
Additional Information
We offer:
• A dynamic, international team passionate about coffee.
• Opportunity to shape and grow the coffee scene.
• Continuous learning about coffee sourcing, roasting, and trading.
• A role that combines independence with strong team support.