Beverage Master NZ

About the Company JDE Peet's is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, dedicated to serving approximately 4,200 cups of coffee or tea every second. With a rich history spanning over 265 years, we have built our reputation on the belief that remarkable things can happen over a cup of coffee. Our operations extend across more than 100 countries, featuring a diverse portfolio of over 50 brands, including beloved Kiwi favorites such as Moccona, L'OR, Hummingbird, Bell Tea, Jed's, and Ti Ora. In 2023, we proudly generated total sales nearing 15 billion NZD and employ a global workforce exceeding 20,000 individuals. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, allowing us to better serve every coffee and tea lover. About the Role We are currently seeking a passionate Coffee and Tea Beverage Master to join our team in Auckland. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for sourcing raw materials to ensure that our blends meet specifications while aligning with quality and financial objectives. As a key contributor, you will identify and implement cost optimization strategies related to coffee and tea ingredients, products, manufacturing, and processes. In this position, you will: - Champion quality through skilled and objective sensory evaluations of our products. - Oversee flexible blending and local development of coffee and tea blends, recipes, and protocols in accordance with JDE's R&D standards. - Ensure the availability of green coffee and tea at the right quality to meet product specifications and financial goals. - Support the commercialization of new product development and operational processes within our Auckland manufacturing unit. - Serve as a resource for sharing coffee knowledge across the business, including training associates as needed. Requirements We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: - Experience in coffee roasting and blend development. - A background in tea blend development is highly desirable. - Proficiency in sensory evaluation techniques. - A broad technical understanding of food manufacturing and technologies. - A proven track record in commodity procurement within budget constraints. - A minimum of 5 years of experience in the tea or coffee industry across various roles. Benefits We offer a competitive salary and discretionary bonus opportunities, along with several additional benefits, including: - A half-day off on your birthday. - Medical insurance for you and your family. - Income protection and life insurance. - Learning and development programs to support your personal growth. - Quarterly staff boxes featuring a range of our coffee and tea brands, along with access to discounted staff purchases. If this opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to prepare your CV and apply. You may also reach out via email to our NZ Talent team if you have any questions before applying. We appreciate short cover letters in the message section, outlining your motivation to join JDE Peet's in this role. Please note that applications are not accepted via email. We are not an accredited employer and cannot assist with work visas. Therefore, we can only consider applications from candidates who have already obtained legal rights to work in New Zealand without restrictions. Thank you for considering a career with us at JDE Peet's. We look forward to hearing from you.