Strategy Analyst, Europe

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?

Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Market Development Europe, the Strategy Analyst will play a key role in supporting strategic initiatives and market development projects. This position involves analysing demand for our core portfolio across markets, value growth metrics, business performance to provide actionable insights that drive value in the region. This role has a strong focus on the establishment and continued improvement of analytics to unlock demand/value, cost optimization, automation and reporting. 

Strategic Analysis & Planning: 
- Conduct market, competitor, and trend analysis to support the development and refinement of the Territory’s Strategic Vision and Business Plan. 
- Integrate financial impact assessments and scenario modelling to evaluate strategic options and optimise resource allocation.

Drive 10YP Demand Planning: 
- Guide management decision-making with data management, analytics, reporting, defining KPIs and financial modelling to maximise value growth across the region.

Project Support & Delivery: 
- Provide analytical and co-ordination support for strategic cross-functional projects, tracking outcomes/milestones and preparing research to ensure alignment with Territory strategy objectives. 
- Conducting financial feasibility studies, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations to guide project prioritisation. 

Business Intelligence & Reporting: 
- Establish and maintain market intelligence systems, monitor key performance indicators, and deliver insights to inform decision-making and measure progress against strategic priorities.  
- Translate complex data into actionable insights, incorporating financial performance metrics, variance analysis, and profitability assessments.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: 
- Facilitate effective communication between the Territory Leadership Team, functional leads, and external partners by preparing presentations.

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for an analytical professional with 3-5 years of data analysis/ financial modelling experience. You will also meet the following criteria:

• Possess a Master's Business, Economics, Finance, or related field
• Proven background in data analysis, strategy or market development role, covering regional/ global commercial business development analytics
• Proficiency in analytical tools (Excel, Python), big datasets management, governance & processing and data visualisation on Power BI
• Advanced data/financial analytics/modelling skills, with ability to manage and operate large and complex data sources essential
• Ability to gather, manage, analyse data and articulate recommendations
• Strong commercial & business acumen
• Proven stakeholder management and interpersonal skills

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 850+ 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; WFH & the office.
• Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
• Two additional paid leave days for you to proactively support the moments that genuinely boost your mental, physical, emotional, and social wellbeing (Boost Days)
• Global Life and Permanent Disability Insurance.
• Group Medical Insurance benefits.

Tono mai inaianei! Apply Now! Applications close 25 December 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 by reaching out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@zespri.com.

Agency

Zespri will not accept applications or contact from any temporary staffing agency, placement service or professional recruiter for this vacancy (“Agency”).

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