Supply Planning Manager

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 NZ Supply, the Supply Planning Manager is a senior leadership role within the Planning and Supply team and influential within the NZ Supply Chain team.  This role is primarily responsible for owning the ‘full season picture’ of the NZ Supply function and is integral in ensuring the successful packing and delivery of Kiwifruit from NZ to our global markets.  

The Supply Planning Manager will collaborate with industry groups to share supply, demand, inventory, and planning information and use industry relationships to build optimal supply plans and influence industry activities. This role is also responsible for developing and maintaining Supply Planning rules within the contractual framework, and leading and managing negotiations with key stakeholders. 

Key Accountabilities include:

Leading the Planning Team to deliver the in-season Supply Plans and positively influence the Sales & Operations Planning process

• Provide industry leadership to develop optimal season supply plans for each fruit group by individual supplier, considering strategy, risks, opportunities, and issue resolution.
• Generate and own Supplier compliance against Supply Plans, continuously reviewing and optimising to meet market demand.
• Assist in developing market allocation and phased demand plans by providing supply constraint data.
• Lead Supply Network Planning/Integrated Business Planning function for Supply Chain, ensuring the S&OP process is forward-thinking and effective in identifying risk and opportunities.
• Develop and implement performance targets and measures.
• People management including performance management, coaching, development and recruitment.

Contribute positively as a leader of the Planning & Supply and NZ Supply Leadership Teams

• Provide leadership and positively influence the operational, strategic, and people aspects of the NZ Supply team.
• Advocate for continuous improvement, drive efficiency, and optimise processes within Planning & Supply, while developing, and empowering the Planning team.

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for an exceptional candidate with a tertiary qualification in Commerce of Supply Chain Management with at least 5-7 years’ experience in a commercial / S&OP environment. You will also have: 

• Experience and a thorough understanding of the Kiwifruit industry
• Detailed understanding about business and logistics optimisation, constraints models and scenario modelling
• Excellent working knowledge of IT packages, SAP, Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
• Excellent leadership and influencing skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders
• Sound communication and presentation 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 ethos; WFH and 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 Monday 9 June 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.