H3Data Innovation Specialist – Quality | Volcafe | Winterthur, Switzerland /h3pWe have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a strongData Innovation Specialist -Quality /strongto work in a truly global environment to manage and improve coffee quality control processes by analysing samples, coordinating quality reporting and communication across teams and global partners, and driving digitalisation, automation, and AI integration within the quality lab operationsstrong. /strongThe role provides long term development potential for someone eager to join the fast-paced soft commodities environment post education. /ph3Business Overview /h3pstrongVolcafe Ltd /strongis one of the world’s leading international green coffee trading companies, operating in over 20 countries globally. Our expertise spans green coffee procurement and preparation, sustainability, blending, quality control, risk management and export as well as importing and distribution. We supply the world’s major coffee roasters and retail distributors with their green coffee requirements, with significant strategic growth ambitions for the future. We are part of strongEDF Man Commodities, /stronga world leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed. /ppVolcafe works across the whole green coffee supply chain to make coffee business better, together with our partners and employees. We have built and operate sustainable coffee supply chains across all our origins, addressing key economic, social and environmental issues in coffee farming communities. Our Volcafe Way farmer support programme engages with thousands of coffee farmers and provides a holistic response to the challenges they face. /ppThis role will be working at strongVolcafe’s /strongheadquarter in Winterthur, Switzerlandstrong. /strong /ph3Key Accountabilities /h3ulliSupport the receipt, logging, analysis, and reporting of all coffee samples processed through the quality laboratory. /liliEvaluate and analyse coffee quality, providing clear and detailed feedback to internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers where required. /liliCoordinate with origin and destination teams to monitor quality progression across crop cycles and share findings across the Swiss entity. /liliDevelop technical expertise and pursue industry-recognised qualifications, including Q-Grading, with the objective of becoming a fully qualified coffee quality controller. /liliAssist with all quality-related matters for the Swiss office, ensuring alignment with company and customer standards. /liliDrive AI integration and automation initiatives across quality reporting processes and laboratory operations. /liliPrepare and maintain detailed reporting on supplier/customer PSS performance, origin sample evolution and destination coffee inventory. /liliProvide proactive and accurate reporting on all matters related to coffee quality and quality performance metrics. /liliCollaborate with the Data Team to support automation, digitalisation and AI-driven process improvements within the quality function. /liliDevelop a strong understanding of customer quality requirements to ensure products consistently meet client expectations. /liliWork closely with trade, logistics and quality teams to ensure seamless cross-functional communication and integration. /liliSupport customer and trade-related quality requests, including questionnaires, quality documentation and technical queries. /liliContribute to the continuous improvement of quality food safety communication and reporting across Group stakeholders. /li /ulh3Skills and Experience /h3ulliMaximum of 2 years experience in coffee quality control, laboratory operations, food quality or a related field. /liliDegree educated in Food Science, Agriculture, Supply Chain, Data Analytics or a related discipline. /liliStrong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to evaluate coffee quality and provide clear feedback to stakeholders /liliInterest in developing expertise in cupping, grading, sample analysis and Q-Grading certification /liliAbility to collaborate effectively across quality, trade, logistics and data teams. /liliStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage reporting, sample tracking and multiple priorities. /liliInterest in automation, digitalisation and AI integration within quality and reporting processes. /liliProficiency in Generative AI and Automation Platforms (eg. LLM, CoPilot, Claude, Microsoft Power Automate Ecosystem). /liliHigh attention to detail and commitment to quality and food safety standards. /liliConfident use of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel; Power BI experience advantageous. /liliProactive, adaptable, and able to work independently and within an international team environment. /liliFluency in English is essential; additional languages are advantageous. /liliWillingness to travel occasionally for training, origin visits or customer support activities. /li /ulpemWe recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. /em /ph3strongOur Offer /strong /h3pWe provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading. /ph3strongOur Values /strong /h3pOur values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration. /ph3strongOur Commitment /strong /h3pWe are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law. /ph3strongWe are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. /strong /h3pWe encourage everyone to speak up if they witness any behaviour that violates laws, regulations, or our internal policies, values, or standards of conduct. If you wish to raise a concern or report a grievance, please visit:. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr