Climate Change Business Partner

4 months ago


Mount Maunganui, New Zealand Zespri Full time

**Ko wai matou? 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 are the roles?**:
We know how important it is to support our industry to respond to climate change - that’s why we’re looking for two optimistic, dynamic changemakers to join our talented team. We have two vacancies; a permanent Sustainability Projects Partner, and a 12 month fixed term Climate Change Business Partner, both reporting to the Head of Sustainability - Global, Grower & Supply Chain.

The purpose of the Sustainability Projects Partner role is to lead the delivery of environmental sustainability projects, using insights to support engagement and decision-making in a way that builds buy-in and result in meaningful long-term change to reach industry targets.

The Climate Change Business Partner role will lead the delivery of Zespri’s Climate Change Strategy. This is a collaborative leadership role which will see you working across the business and with a wide range of industry stakeholders to deliver to the strategy.

Our strategy is set and our targets are clear. You’ll be working on challenges ranging from designing decarbonisation pathways for our supply chain through to supporting our growing communities to adapt to climate change, and influencing how we bring low-carbon products to life for consumers. These are expert sustainability roles, and will provide action-focused sustainability leadership to the business and industry as a core part of delivering on Zespri’s brand purpose.

**Ko wai koe? Who are you?**:
You will be a self-starter, who has motivation to solve climate change challenges in a collaborative but ever-changing environment. You’ll have knowledge of the local and global scientific and businesslandscape relating to climate change, with preference for FMCG or primary sector expertise. A tertiary qualification in sustainability, climate change, a related environmental science or commerce is required, as well as meeting the following selection criteria:
**Climate Change Business Partner**:

- 7+ years’ experience in a sustainability-related role, preferably within a global consumer-facing business and with responsibility for action on climate
- Capability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships to drive change through alignment and collaboration
- Ability to led cross functional teams to initiate and direct action
- Commercial understanding, particularly related to the business case for sustainability and its impact on consumers, growers and brand value
- Strong communication and engagement skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at a senior level, including through the development of Executive papers and presentations

**Sustainability Projects Partner**:

- 5+ years’ experience in a sustainability-related role, preferably within a global consumer-facing business
- In house project management experience, ideally with experience in design-thinking or agile project management or similar
- Proven track record of effective workstream leadership of sustainability-focused initiatives
- Commercial understanding, particularly related to the business case for sustainability and its impact on consumers, growers and brand value
- Personal flexibility to operate successfully in areas of ambiguity and change

**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, including a Short-Term Incentive scheme opportunity
- 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)
- 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

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