1. Wholesale Distributors
- Company type: Large-scale distributors and wholesalers.
- Responsibilities: Sourcing bulk quantities of coffee and tea for resale to retailers, restaurants, and other businesses.
- Buying motivation: Competitive pricing, consistent quality, and reliable supply chains.
- Product interest: Bulk coffee beans, bulk tea leaves, ready-to-drink products, private label options.
3. Coffee Shops and Cafés
- Company Type: Independent coffee shops, café chains, and boutique tea houses.
- Responsibilities: Providing high-quality coffee and tea beverages to customers.
- Buying Motivation: Premium quality, unique flavor profiles, and brand differentiation.
- Product Interest: Specialty coffee beans, artisanal teas, unique blends, brewing equipment, and accessories.
2. Retail Chains
- Company type: Supermarkets, specialty grocery stores, and chain retailers.
- Responsibilities: Stocking a wide range of coffee and tea products for end consumers.
- Buying motivation: Popular product trends, unique offerings, and customer demand.
- Product interest: Packaged coffee and tea, single-origin varieties, specialty blends, organic and fair-trade options.
4. Hotel and Hospitality Groups
- Company Type: Hotels, resorts, and hospitality chains.
- Responsibilities: Offering premium coffee and tea experiences to guests.
- Buying Motivation: High-end quality, guest satisfaction, and unique offerings.
- Product Interest: High-end coffee and tea, single-serve options, premium blends, and presentation accessories.
5. Corporate Buyers
- Company Type: Corporations and office supply companies.
- Responsibilities: Providing coffee and tea for office environments and corporate events.
- Buying Motivation: Convenience, employee satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness.
- Product Interest: Bulk coffee, office coffee machines, single-serve pods, tea bags.
6. E-commerce Retailers
- Company Type: Online retailers specializing in coffee and tea products.
- Responsibilities: Offering a wide range of coffee and tea products to online shoppers.
- Buying Motivation: Diverse product range, unique offerings, and high-demand products.
- Product Interest: Packaged coffee and tea, subscription boxes, specialty and artisanal products.
8. Specialty Importers
- Company Type: Importers specializing in sourcing coffee and tea from specific regions.
- Responsibilities: Finding unique and high-quality products to introduce to new markets.
- Buying Motivation: Authenticity, unique origins, and specialty products.
- Product Interest: Single-origin coffee, rare tea varieties, organic and ethically sourced products.
7. Resignation and Decision-Making Authority
- CEO/President:
- Description: The highest-ranking executive in the company, responsible for overall strategic direction and decision-making. This individual has the final say on major purchases, partnerships, and investments.
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO):
- Description: Manages the company’s finances, including financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, and financial reporting. The CFO approves significant financial expenditures and investments.
- Procurement Manager/Director:
- Description: Oversees the acquisition of goods and services for the company. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing contracts, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices.
- Head of Supply Chain/Logistics:
- Description: Manages the end-to-end supply chain process, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, and distribution. This individual plays a crucial role in supplier selection and supply chain optimization.
- Strategic Planning:
- Involved in setting long-term goals and strategies for the company, including entering new markets, launching new products, and making significant capital investments.
- Supplier Selection:
- Responsible for evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and sustainability criteria.
Why attend as a Buyer at the Expo?
- Access to over 100± Exhibitors
- Global centre stage for up & coming coffee and tea trade trends
- Opportunity to support local exporters
- Skills transfer
- Youth development
- Strengthen relationships
- One-on-one meetings,
- Production visits
- Pre & Post Expo Tourist Tours available
- Opportunity to high profiled Speakers and Industry Experts
- Entry to Expo Activations & Lifestyle Events
- Access to Networking lounges