Assistant Shopper Marketing Manager, North America

About Zespri

All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Zespri is the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit with over 800 people in New Zealand and throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas.We help people, communities, and the environment thrive through the goodness of kiwifruit. We sit at the heart of an interconnected industry working with 2,800 growers in New Zealand and 1,500 growers in Italy, France, Greece, South Korea, and Japan. We supply the world’s healthiest little superfruits to people in more than 50 countries. We are fruit on a mission.Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We commit to guardianship; putting people, the community, and the environment first. We are results-driven, challenging ourselves to grow and deliver better value. We cultivate personal connections, listening and acting with empathy and humility – and treating each other better for it.We are growing quickly, driven by our success in engaging more and more consumers and by offering the world’s best kiwifruit 12 months of the year. We have bold ambitions and aim to grow sales from approximately $3 billion in 2018 to $4.5 billion by 2025.To achieve our goals, we’re empowering our people to achieve their goals, designing our work for wellbeing, through flexible work practices and self-leadership.We have bold ambitions for the future and we want all of our people to live and perform at their best.About The Role The Assistant Shopper Marketing Manager is crucial for driving brand and category growth by supporting the trade marketing and sales teams in the US and Canada, reporting to the Shopper Marketing Manager. They will bring the shopper marketing strategy to life.Key responsibilities include : Planning & Deployment : Developing and executing a one-year plan.Brand Guardian : Collaborating with Marketing to ensure marketing principles are embedded in plans and supporting brand development.Budget Management : Managing spend through SAP and monitoring budget inputs vs. actuals.Activity Monitoring : Planning, deploying, monitoring, and reviewing shopper activities.Innovations : Providing innovative ideas, material recommendations, new concepts, and process improvements.The role requires balancing sales and brand building, constructing visionary strategies, and operationalizing them. It involves leveraging analytical skills to monitor, review, and communicate progress and improvements. Clear, organized, and consistent communication with various stakeholders is essential.We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional with a Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred but not required). The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in trade / shopper marketing, sales, or account management, preferably within the Produce or CPG industries.Experience in the US market is essential, with knowledge of the Canadian market being a plus.Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Self-learning, agile, autonomous, proactive, and solutions-oriented.Eager to learn, continuously improve, and acquire new skills.Attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.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.Compensation and Benefits : The base salary for this position is between USD 83,000 - 92,400 plus a performance-based short-term incentive scheme (for employees who meet the eligibility criteria) and benefits. Please note that individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, performance, and work location.FlexWELL work ethos; WFH & two days in 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.Apply today! Applications close 15 / 02 / 25.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. You can reach out to our Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@zespri.com to have a chat with someone directly.

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Salary : $83,000 - $92,400