Operation Specialist

Zespri; Italia; In loco; EUR 31.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

WFH & office

Meal allowance

Extra annual leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Zespri is seeking an Operation Specialist based in Bologna to support the Supply Chain and Operations team with day-to-day activities, ensuring smooth planning, order processing, logistics, and reporting. The 6-month fixed-term contract focuses on maintaining data accuracy and prioritizing tasks during peak workloads.

The role requires a Bachelor’s/Master’s in Economics or Supply Chain/Logistics, fluency in English and Italian (French a plus), and SAP with Power BI/Excel skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics or Supply Chain/Logistics.
• Fluent English and Italian; French is a plus.
• Proficient with SAP; strong Excel/Power BI and Outlook skills.
• Export experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Support day-to-day Supply Chain and Operations activities to ensure smooth business operations.
• Assist with order processing, order tracking, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support logistics activities, including shipment coordination, delivery follow-up, and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate planning, allocation, and operational data within internal systems.
• Assist in managing daily operational priorities and responding to business demands in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and service levels.

Conoscenze

English language

Italian language

SAP knowledge

Power BI

Excel

Outlook

Formazione

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Economics or Supply Chain/Logistics

Strumenti

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

Operation Specialist

€30,600 - 39,100 yearly

Azienda : Zespri

Tipo Lavoro : Full Time

Italy

Descrizione Lavoro - Operation Specialist

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?

Based in Bologna, the Operation Specialist will support the Supply Chain and Operations team with day-to-day operational activities, ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of processes across planning, order process, logistic and reporting. The role will provide operational support to the wider team, assist in managing daily priorities, maintain accurate planning and allocation, and help ensure continuity of operations during a period of increased workload demand over the 6-month contract period.

Please note that this is a 6-month fixed-term opportunity.

Accountabilities

• Support day-to-day Supply Chain and Operations activities to ensure smooth business operations.
• Assist with order processing, order tracking, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support logistics activities, including shipment coordination, delivery follow-up, and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate planning, allocation, and operational data within internal systems.
• Assist in managing daily operational priorities and responding to business demands in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and service levels.

Ko wai koe? Who are you?

We are looking for a team player who has a background in supply chain and logistics. You will also fulfill the following criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor’s/ Master's degree in Economics or Supply Chain/ Logistics.
• Proficient English and Italian. French proficiency is an added advantage
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power BI) and SAP knowledge
• Export experience preferred

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 base salary of between EUR30,600 and EUR39,100. Please note that individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, performance and work location.
• FlexWELL flexible work ethos; WFH & the office.
• Additional paid annual leave day per year (Zespri Day).
• Meal allowance

Applications close 9 July 2026

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 [e-mail].

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.