Head of Finance & Commercial | VentureFruit

Shape the future of a growing global commercialisation business. This is not a traditional finance leadership role. Venture Fruit Global (VGL) is entering an exciting period of growth, transformation and investment. As the commercialisation and genetics arm of T&G Global, we sit at the intersection of innovation, global partnerships, investment and growth. We’re looking for a commercially astute finance leader who wants to play a meaningful role in shaping what comes next.

Reporting directly to the GM and working closely with the T&G Global CFO, this role sits at the heart of strategic decision making, investment governance and commercial leadership. You will be a trusted advisor, thought partner and challenger, helping guide decisions that drive long‑term value creation across a diverse portfolio of global ventures, investments and operating businesses.

As Head of Finance & Commercial, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of VGL. You’ll provide commercial and financial leadership across investment opportunities, strategic planning, governance and operational performance, while leading the continued evolution of the finance function. You’ll be energised by growth, innovation and the opportunity to help build and evolve a business for the future.

• Partnering closely with the GM to drive strategic and commercial outcomes
• Leading commercial evaluation of acquisitions, investments and growth opportunities
• Providing financial leadership across VGL’s portfolio of businesses, joint ventures and investments
• Supporting Board and governance forums with insightful commercial analysis and recommendations
• Driving performance improvement, financial discipline and scalable operating frameworks
• Leading the development of a standalone finance capability to support future growth
• Helping shape and execute the long‑term strategy for VGL

We’re less interested in finding someone who ticks every box and more interested in finding the right person. You’ll be commercially curious, adaptable and energised by opportunity. You’ll enjoy working in a fast‑moving environment where priorities evolve, and you’ll have the confidence to challenge thinking while building strong, trusted relationships.

• CFO of a mid‑sized business
• Finance Director or Head of Finance seeking broader commercial responsibility
• Commercial finance leader looking for a genuine executive leadership opportunity

• Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex business environment
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability
• Experience influencing executive teams, Boards and key stakeholders
• The ability to balance long‑term strategic thinking with operational execution
• Experience leading teams and developing capability
• A growth mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo

Experience with investments, acquisitions, joint ventures or international operations will be highly regarded.

This is an opportunity to help shape a business rather than simply manage one. You’ll work alongside an ambitious leadership team, influence key strategic decisions, and play a critical role in driving the next phase of growth. Based in Hawke’s Bay or Auckland, this role offers flexibility for the right candidate, including consideration of regular commuting arrangements if not located in Hawke’s Bay.

Venture Fruit Global (VGL) is the proprietary genetics and commercialisation business of T&G Global, responsible for developing, protecting and growing premium fruit varieties around the world. Through a global network of growers, marketers, partners and joint ventures, Venture Fruit manages some of the world’s most recognised premium fruit genetics, creating value across the horticultural supply chain from orchard through to consumer.

While Venture Fruit operates with its own leadership team, strategy and growth agenda, it is backed by the scale, capability and global reach of T&G Global – one of New Zealand’s largest produce companies and a leading international marketer of fresh…