Tinker Coffee Co.
Join Indianapolis's leading specialty coffee roaster as our Green Coffee Buyer & Roaster! This pivotal role oversees our entire coffee journey from sourcing exceptional green coffee worldwide to developing world-class roast profiles on our production equipment.
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Key Responsibilities: Source and manage green coffee portfolio through supplier relationships and rigorous cupping Operate production roaster and develop/refine roast profiles for single-origins and blends Lead quality control through daily production cuppings and sensory analysis Manage green coffee inventory, contracts, and forecasting
Requirements: 3-5+ years specialty coffee roasting experience 2+ years green coffee buying experience Proficiency in sensory analysis/cupping (Q Grader certification preferred) Technical roasting knowledge and equipment experience Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills Ability to lift 75 lbs
We Offer: Competitive salary, health insurance, PTO, professional development budget, and unlimited coffee at a respected, growing company.
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Key Responsibilities: Source and manage green coffee portfolio through supplier relationships and rigorous cupping Operate production roaster and develop/refine roast profiles for single-origins and blends Lead quality control through daily production cuppings and sensory analysis Manage green coffee inventory, contracts, and forecasting
Requirements: 3-5+ years specialty coffee roasting experience 2+ years green coffee buying experience Proficiency in sensory analysis/cupping (Q Grader certification preferred) Technical roasting knowledge and equipment experience Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills Ability to lift 75 lbs
We Offer: Competitive salary, health insurance, PTO, professional development budget, and unlimited coffee at a respected, growing company.