Coffee Excellence Manager at AVI Limited

Key Areas of Impact:

• Conduct product, material, and sensory analysis, including interpretation and reporting of results.
• Develop, validate, and manage analytical and testing procedures to support product quality and innovation.
• Plan, execute, and report on pilot plant, factory, and production trials for new products and process improvements.
• Manage shelf-life studies, sensory evaluations, and product performance assessments.
• Lead new product development activities, including blend formulation, specifications, recipes, SAP master data, and launch support.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams, driving troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Source, evaluate, and approve new suppliers and raw materials to support quality, availability, and cost-saving objectives.
• Support sales, customer engagements, training programs, and technical customer presentations.
• Manage product specifications, supplier documentation, tenders, and quality assurance requirements.
• Support food safety, quality management systems, audits, and regulatory compliance (Organic, Fairtrade, HACCP, GMP, AIB).
• Investigate consumer complaints, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, policies, procedures, and quality documentation.
• Deliver coffee education and sensory training programs to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor quality teams and support the implementation of quality management systems across business operations.

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:                       

• Working experience in FMCG industry preferably Pure Coffee origin selection, roasting and blend development
• Advanced MS Office computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Project management and project team experience

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Minimum of a Btech/BSc Hours degree, preferably in the Food Science & Technology or Food
• A relevant higher level degree would be an advantage

 Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Selection and procurement of coffee beans
• HACCP and FFSC and GMP
• Occupational Health and Safety requirements
• Knowledge of SAP is an advantage

Closing Date 20 July 2026