EDI Specialist

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?

As an EDI Specialist in our Planning & Supply team, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and seamless flow of Zespri’s global inventory data. You’ll support and maintain critical SAP and EDI systems, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and help drive operational excellence across our supply chain. This is a 12-month fixed-term position reporting to the EDI Manager, based in Mount Maunganui. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Monitoring and supporting SAP, web services, and interface functionality, coordinating global support for issue resolution. 
• Managing industry data across multiple platforms (Checkpoint, wharf systems, Supplier Inventory, Traceability EAN). 
• Providing Material Master and SAP data table support, resolving data errors and maintaining EDI data standards. 
• Coordinating end-to-end SAP processes for local markets, including order creation, checkpoint, and invoicing. 
• Supporting global Master Data Management (ZGS) for supplier inventory and checkpoint data. 
• Delivering industry reporting, presentations, and ensuring data integrity for internal/external reporting. 
• Planning and activating season start/end tasks and managing mapping relationships with stakeholders. 
• Providing user acceptance testing for master data and business rule changes. 
• Managing global data changes, including shipment reversals, and offering year-round support (including out-of-hours).  

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We’re looking for an organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong technical focus and a “can do” attitude. You bring experience in data management, ideally within the kiwifruit, logistics, or supply chain sectors, and are confident using systems such as SAP, Word, and Excel. 

You will also have:  

• Highly developed computer skills (Word, Advanced Excel, SAP).  
• Strong people and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical thinking and issue resolution abilities.  
• Energy, diligence, tenacity, and self-motivation.  
• The ability to build strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Excellent time management and a structured approach to handling competing priorities.  
• A collaborative working style that fosters rapport with internal and external stakeholders. 

Preferred qualifications and experience:  

• Tertiary qualification preferred (not essential); kiwifruit industry experience advantageous.
• SAP experience is an advantage.
• Minimum three years’ experience in the kiwifruit, logistics, or supply chain industry.

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 being personally connected, results-driven, and committed to guardianship. Join us in shaping our future and be part of a truly unique organisation.   

• Competitive overall remuneration package.
• FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.   
• Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day). 
• 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 Sunday 11th January 2026. 

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.