Global Cost and Operations Insights Lead

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 our Global Cost & Operations Insights Lead, you'll play a key role in helping us do that smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Strategy & Insights Manager, this global role sits at the heart of our Global Supply Chain team, turning data into insights, ideas into action, and opportunities into real business value. You'll help shape the future of our supply chain by identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving performance, supporting strategic projects, and providing the insights that help leaders make great decisions.

You’ll be responsible for:

•    Turning complex supply chain data into meaningful insights that drive better business decisions 
•    Leading reporting and analysis across cost-to-serve, cost of quality, and operational performance 
•    Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and unlock value across our global supply chain 
•    Partnering with teams across Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Sustainability, and Digital to solve complex business challenges 
•    Leading strategic projects, business cases, and modelling that support Zespri's long-term growth ambitions 
•    Supporting senior leaders with trusted insights, recommendations, and performance reporting 
•    Driving a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making across the business

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

You're naturally curious, commercially savvy, and love connecting the dots between data, strategy, and real-world outcomes. You enjoy solving complex problems, challenging the status quo, and working with people at all levels to influence positive change.

With proven experience in supply chain, operations, analytics, or a related commercial environment, you'll bring:

•    8+ years' experience in a commercial, supply chain, operations, or business insights role
•    Strong experience analysing data, building models, and translating insights into action
•    A track record of leading projects that deliver operational improvements or cost savings
•    Strong commercial acumen and the ability to see both the big picture and the detail
•    Confidence engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders across a global business
•    Excellent communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts
•    A relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field

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 ethos; 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.
• 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 24 August 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.

Agency

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

Where Zespri requires the support of an agency to fulfil a vacancy, we will proactively seek this support from our network of Agencies.  We respectfully ask that you do not contact Zespri or any of its affiliates/employees regarding vacancies, and reserve the right not to reply.

Zespri will not be responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions or other payments related to such unsolicited resumes.