Global Head of Coffee

Nestlé S.A.; Romont (FR); On-site; CHF 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé S.A. seeks a Global Head of Coffee for Nespresso in Romont/Vevey, on-site, permanent. Lead end-to-end Coffee R&D, guide the innovation roadmap, and ensure highest quality consumer experiences. You will unite science, insights and business goals across a global network, driving premium coffee value at scale.

The role requires visionary leadership, strong English communication, and a track record of turning science into premium, scalable outcomes within the FMCG sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated end-to-end expertise in coffee research and development across origin, transformation, roasting, and sensory.
• Visionary and strategic thinking connecting science, consumer needs and business opportunities.
• Proven track record turning science into premium experiences and scalable outcomes.
• Strong leadership of world-class specialists with clarity and trust.

Responsibilities

• Set the global Coffee R&D vision and translate it into roadmaps and priorities.
• Mobilise the Nestlé coffee R&D network behind Nespresso's ambitions.
• Shape the coffee innovation portfolio for B2C and B2B platforms.
• Be the voice of the consumer coffee experience in end-to-end decisions.
• Forge strategic partnerships to deliver measurable impact across the organization.
• Build and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary Coffee and Sensory organisation.
• Embed coffee excellence externally and represent expertise to colleagues, boutiques, industry and academia.

Skills

Coffee R&D leadership

Strategic vision

English fluency

Stakeholder influence

Portfolio management

Job description

Location: Romont & Vevey, Switzerland
Work model: On-site / Full time 100%
Contract type / duration: Permanent

Shape & pioneer the next generation of Nespresso coffee experiences.

As Global Head of Coffee at Nespresso, you will help define the future of premium coffee. Bringing deep, end-to-end Coffee R&D expertise from origin and agronomy at the farm through green coffee transformation to the final consumer experience, you will serve as Nespresso's highest coffee authority. You will champion Nespresso Coffee Excellence and ensure the integrity of the consumer coffee experience is sustained over time. Combining your own expertise with the breadth of the Nestlé coffee R&D network, you will unite science, consumer insight and business ambition behind a bold vision. Leading a multidisciplinary Coffee and Sensory Organisation, you will turn pioneering advances into distinctive experiences across our B2C and B2B platforms and embed coffee excellence throughout Nespresso, bringing it to life for colleagues and consumers, in our boutiques and beyond.

How you'll make an impact as Global Head of Coffee

• Set the global Coffee R&D vision and strategy, translating it into technology roadmaps, investment priorities and portfolio choices that shape our long-term competitive advantage
• Mobilise the full Nestlé coffee R&D network, from plant science and agronomy to transformation, roasting and sensory, behind Nespresso's coffee ambition
• Shape the coffee innovation portfolio across Nespresso's evolving B2C and B2B coffee platforms, making decisive choices on value, risk, quality, investment and speed
• Be the voice of the consumer coffee experience in critical end-to-end decisions, defining the principles of coffee and sensory excellence and ensuring cost, operational and sustainability choices strengthen Nespresso’s quality & distinctiveness.
• Forge strategic partnerships that accelerate scientific breakthroughs and deliver measurable impact across the organisation
• Build & lead a world class multidisciplinary Coffee and Sensory organisation, building the talent, capabilities and accountability needed to deliver at scale
• Embed coffee excellence throughout Nespresso and serve as its highest coffee authority externally, bringing our expertise to life with internal colleagues, in our boutiques and across industry, academia, media and thought leadership.

What will make you successful

• Demonstrated end-to-end expertise in coffee research and development, covering origin, agronomy, green coffee, transformation, roasting, extraction, sensory science, and product experience, complemented by multiple leadership roles in the coffee and FMCG sectors.
• Visionary & strategic thinking, with the ability to connect emerging science, consumer needs and business opportunities into a compelling long-term direction
• A strong record of turning science and technology into distinctive, premium experiences and scalable commercial outcomes
• Leadership of world-class specialists through purpose, trust and clarity, creating high performance without micromanagement
• Enterprise influence and strategic judgement, with excellent communication, fluency in English, influencing senior stakeholders with purpose, trust, clarity and sound judgement
• Commercial courage to prioritize investment, challenge established thinking, manage trade-offs and stop work that will not create sufficient value
• Bringing our WE CAN mindset to life through collaboration, courage, speed and continuous learning, while driving performance with respect and care at the foundation.

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodation if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially. Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.