Kō wai mātou? Who are we?
Zespri is more than simply the world’s single-largest marketer of kiwifruit. We like to think of ourselves as fruit on a mission and as rebels with a cause: to help people, communities and the environment around the world thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We are proudly the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. We work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which we supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers. We are one of New Zealand’s best-known international brands, dedicated to creating sustainable long-term value for growers.
He aha te mahi? What's the role?
The Corporate Development Programme Manager partners with various business units to develop and execute strategic initiatives, financial models, and key projects that will drive our business forward and help shape the future of our organisation.
Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development, this role will be at the forefront of our company's growth, working closely with various departments to develop business cases, lead key projects, and provide analytical support.
This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our business.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with business leaders to develop and evaluate strategic business cases
- Mentor Project Business Leads to determine strategic fit, alternatives, scope, resources, timeline, and cross-functional implications of the business case
- Lead and participate in key projects, including sustainability initiatives, capital restructuring, new product commercialisation and more
- Provide analytical support and develop financial models to inform decision-making
- Create and maintain low to mid-level complexity models
- Work with the Business Project Lead to facilitate workshops and ensure effective project prioritisation and resource allocation
- Develop strong relationships across the industry and act as a trusted business partner
- Carry out project assessment, decision making, workload allocation, and manage relationships with both the Executive and Board in the absence of the Head of Corporate Development.
Ko wai koe? Who are you?
We are looking for an individual with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving business growth. They will also have:
- A degree-level qualification in business, commerce, or accountancy
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within a commercial organisation
- Workshop facilitation and collaborative brainstorming experience
- Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE) and experience in agile methodologies (advantageous)
- Knowledge of the kiwifruit industry (advantageous).
He aha e tika ai a Zespri? Why Zespri?
Our people are what makes our culture so irresistible and uniquely Zespri. We are a passionate and mighty team of 900+ employees in 23 different locations globally. Working at Zespri is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, culture-driven environment unlike any other. We want people who share our values of making it happen, creating real connections, and leaving a legacy. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.
- Competitive overall remuneration package, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunity
- FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office
- Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day)
- Additional paid volunteer day to volunteer within your community (Volunteer Time)
- Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance
- Group Medical Insurance benefits
- Convenient Mount Maunganui office location, with free onsite parking
- Your daily dose of Vitamin C with free kiwifruit!
Tono mai inaianei! Apply Now! Applications close 31 March 2025.
At Zespri, we understand the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and a fair hiring process is the first step to getting there. We want to attract a diverse range of people and encourage everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment and selection process. You can reach out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@zespri.com to have a chat to someone directly.
