Assistant Analyst

**Date**:2 Oct 2024

**Location**: Mount Maunganui, NZ

**Company**:Zespri Group Limited

**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?**:
This is a part time role, 22 hours per week (which can be worked across 3, 4 or 5 days - we are flexible). This is a 12 month fixed term contract.

This key position within the Commercial team will be assisting with the management of the Supplier Accountability reporting within the Zespri Group and provide analysis for any quality or commercial related systems. Reporting to the Commercial Analyst you will also provide support to the Commercial Management team, the Supply Chain department and the wider industry.

This is a great role for someone who has experience in a commercial environment (e.g. Finance Assistant) who is detail orientated and confident in their Excel ability.
- Assist with the set up of Supplier Accountability systems.
- Daily approvals of results to send to Suppliers, as well as resolving file errors.
- Calculation of accurate financial outcomes for Supplier Accountability shipments within industry timeframes.
- Reporting quality outcomes to management, suppliers and wider industry.
- Resolving system issues as and when they arise.
- Weekly reporting, including any ad-hoc quality reports required from Commercial and wider Supply Chain
- Identify opportunity for improvement in processes and proactively work to implement any process improvements for the Supplier Accountability calculations.
- Demonstrate customer service excellence in connection with team and business activities.
- Contribute to organisational projects, analysis or any other tasks as and when required.

**Ko wai koe? Who are you?**:

- A business tertiary qualification is preferred but not essential.
- Minimum three years’ experience in an analytical, commercial role.
- Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
- Ability to manage and manipulate large data sources essential.
- Advance analytical ability preferred but not essential.
- SAP would be an advantage but not essential.

**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.
- FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
- Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
- 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