Export Samples Specialist

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity

The Export Samples Specialist is a critical member of the Fonterra Trade Documentation Centre based in Onehunga. In this role you will support the Samples Manager to ensure Site Security, Food Safety Quality & Regulatory compliance requirements are met. In addition, you will provide specialist knowledge on Export Documentation and Samples Operations including Warehouse Management.

Reporting to Samples Team Leads, your responsibilities will also include:

• Sourcing product and ensuring its eligible for destined market and fit for purpose
• Product samples are prepared, labelled, documented, and dispatched within KPI's
• Tracking of cargo ensuring all relevant stakeholders are informed and monitoring methods are accurate
• Working with different parties in supply chain to investigate any complaints and corrections
• Continually looking for ways to improve process, system, and sustainability for our site
• Support site manager to ensure facilities and equipment are maintained to provide safe working conditions for staff, contractors and visitors.
• Maintain the food safety & quality status of the site through inspections and audits.
• Ensure all warehouse operations and prerequisite programs that support the site Risk Management Program are complete and accurate.
• Manual handling - Lifting products of around 25kgs frequently

*Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term position.

Mōu | About You

We are looking for a highly organised professional who has had exposure to supply chain and or food safety & quality experience. Has the willingness to learn and adhere to the business regulatory and compliance standards. You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with great initiative and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional skills you will bring to this role:

• A positive can-do attitude and be an active team player.
• Strong work ethic and safety focus.
• Excellent planning and prioritising skills
• Physical fitness to complete manual tasks without restrictions
• Advanced Excel and SAP knowledge
• Exposure to supply chain, freight forwarding, or warehousing background
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical & reporting skills
• Excellent communication & problem-solving skills

Ngā Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our (please copy & paste this link into your browser)

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:

• Fair and equitable pay
• Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth support
• Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
• Employee recognition
• Support for community involvement and cultural connection

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Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 25th December 2025.

**NB: Please note that there will be a delay in the recruitment process due to the Christmas break.  I will be in touch week of the 5th of January. Ngā mihi nui & Meri Kirihimete