Brand Manager, Singapore & Malaysia (12 Months Fixed Term)

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 a Brand Manager (Singapore & Malaysia), you will be the custodian of our brand’s promise, driving strategies that inspire consumers and strengthening our position as a premium choice for consumers. This role is about creating meaningful connections, shaping compelling campaigns, and ensuring our brand stands out in a competitive landscape. You will work closely with Global & Regional teams to ensure integrated strategies that deliver measurable impact and growth.

You will be responsible for:
- Developing comprehensive marketing plans aligned with global and regional objectives.
- Executing campaigns flawlessly across all consumer touchpoints.
- Evaluating effectiveness through data-driven insights and continuous optimization.

Please take note that this is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity.

Key Accountabilities

1. In conjunction with the Senior Marketing Manager APAC, develop and implement the annual marketing plan for Singapore and Malaysia that will grow long term consumer demand and meet Zespri’s business objectives.
- Contribute to the development of regional campaign ideas and key communications creative assets, led by the APAC regional marketing team.
- Develop and execute marketing activities aligned with brand guidelines and local regulations, across online and offline channels such as brand activations, social media, influencer marketing, shopper promotions and visibility. This will include briefing, strategic and creative development, production and implementation of activities.
- Lead and manage agencies to deliver the marketing plan on a timely and cost-effective basis.  

2. Managing and optimize marketing investment to drive effectiveness and efficiency of marketing activities within the agreed budget, operating with flexibility and recognition that supply volumes can fluctuate with fruit crop variability. 
- Measure, analyze and report on marketing performance to track ROI and provide actionable insights to improve results.
- Lead market research projects such as brand tracker and consumer immersion studies, to deepen our consumer understanding and infuse the key learnings into the strategy & plan development.

Key Result Area
- Brand Premium
- Household Penetration 
- A&P % Revenue

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

With 5 years’ consumer marketing experience in FMCG international company, you will meet the following criteria:

• Agency management experience is mandatory.
• Experience in brand marketing or product management, within the Singapore market.
• Experience or capability to work effectively with global/regional marketing team is mandatory.
• Experience in cross functional team (sales/ market development and/or supply chain/ finance).
• Quantitative and/or Qualitative market research experience is mandatory.
• High level of fluency in English essential (both written and oral).
• Experience in SAP desirable
• Experience & knowledge of agriculture, fruit or other food businesses is an advantage.
• Experience as motivator/ lead person on projects would be an advantage

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.
• Annual Health Check
• Monthly kiwifruit allowance for your daily dose of Vitamin C!

Tono mai inaianei! Apply Now! Applications close 17 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”).

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.