Master Data Coordinator

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?

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of finance data management? Join our dynamic Finance Systems and Master Data (FSMD) team, where we take charge of managing and maintaining the quality of data within the Finance function. Our team is at the heart of ensuring that our finance systems run smoothly and efficiently.

As a Finance Master Data Coordinator within the FSMD team, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day monitoring of master data creation and maintenance. Your focus will be on managing our business partners, including customers and suppliers, by validating and enriching requests to meet business requirements. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that values precision, quality, and collaboration.

Please note this is an 8 month fixed term contract.

The Finance Master Data Coordinator will provide support to stakeholders in Zespri master data systems (e.g. Syniti), support may be in the form of;
•    SME for Finance Master Data
•    Primary point of contact for the business in issue resolution,
•    Providing training on tools to wider Zespri business & internally within Finance.

Master Data Responsibilities:
•    Process requests for establishing and maintaining business partners, ensuring correct roles are assigned and used globally
•    Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for business partner master data setup, providing advice on rules, guidelines, and management approaches
•    Resolve escalations and exceptions in master data management processes, including queries from other business units
•    Perform data quality monitoring, cleansing, and enrichment tasks
•    Build relationships with key stakeholders to support continuous improvement of processes & data quality
•    Contribute to defining key performance indicators for data quality & process management
•    Develop and deliver training material to end users
•    Maintain key master data for FlexiPurchase processes and manage connections with credit card providers

Finance Systems and Master Data Responsibilities:
•    Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of processes
•    Maintain process documentation for tasks performed by the Finance Systems and Master Data team
•    Manage external banking portals used by Treasury and Accounts Payable & assist the wider Finance team with clearing backlogs and other tasks as needed
•    Support the implementation and application of Finance policies and procedures
•    Engage in team meetings and functional events
•    Behave consistently with Zespri values and hold colleagues to the same standards

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for a driven individual who is customer centric & a strong collaborator. You will also have:

•    Experience in functional financial systems role directly supporting end users
•    Familiarity with master data processes
•    A tertiary qualification in a business or commerce (desirable).

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
• 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).
• 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 14 May 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.