As you start to grow your roasted coffee sales, there will be many challenges that pop up. One of the biggest is balancing the space needed for growth and keeping your operations running smoothly. There are also financial considerations like how much to charge for your coffee and how to handle cash flow. In the end, it comes down to a lot of good communication with your customers and building a strong relationship.
Depending on the route you take, there are several ways to approach your business. Wholesale Coffee Roasting sells directly to the consumer (like the roasters in our Green Coffee Marketplace). Other roasters focus on selling a wholesale blend of beans to local shops and restaurants. This way the roaster can build a more stable customer base and create revenue before they have to spend the time and money required for a full-scale roasting operation.
Wholesale Coffee Roasting with Sabbath Coffee Roasters
It’s important to have a strong system in place to manage inventory and production. This means forecasting and scheduling based on real-time reporting. Having accurate inventory calculations that account for weight loss and the ability to manage lead times and reorder levels are crucial to staying profitable and being ready for quick growth.
Having a solid selection of roast and blend options is vital to maintaining your customer satisfaction. This is especially true when focusing on the wholesale market. Look for a supplier who can offer high-quality, unique coffees from dozens of regions. Then you can have peace of mind knowing that your customers will be satisfied no matter what.