Commercial Manager

Requisition ID: 8691

Craft your future with Suntory Oceania, a new $3b multi-beverage partnership between Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our exciting new partnership will be powered by two manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians across Australia and New Zealand.

Our market-leading portfolio will have over 40 brands, including Jim Beam and Maker's Mark Bourbon, Hibiki Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club Whisky, -196, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee. As One Suntory, we will be positioned as the fourth largest beverage player in the region, ready to ignite the category, creating more beverage moments from sunrise to sunset. Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania.

We are seeking a talented Finance Business Partner to support our Marketing team for our non-alc' portfolio. This role will provide meaningful insights and critical financial analysis to support New Product Development (NPD) business cases, brand strategies, and the Mid-Term Plan. As a key partner, you will optimise investments, identify opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic projects to drive the continued success of our brands.

Financial Reporting & Analysis, Budgets & Forecasts

1. Own and manage all aspects of Advertising and Promotion (A&P), and Overheads budgeting, tracking, and forecasting for Partner Brand's Portfolios.
2. Lead the assignment of Brand A&P investment, ensuring a Return on Investment (ROI) mindset.

Commercial Support

1. Support the Brand team in identifying business opportunities, driving New Product Development (NPD), and optimizing portfolios through the development of business cases.
2. Ensure governance frameworks for NPD are adhered to.
3. Conduct insightful analysis to identify financial opportunities and risks impacting brand performance.

Analysis, Insight & Strategic Themed Work

1. Assist in the development of Brand Strategies and Mid-Term Plans by providing valuable financial analysis.
2. Leverage both internal and external data sources to develop clear observations and strategic insights.
3. Offer finance-related support for key strategic initiatives.

1. Proven experience in business partnering and stakeholder management
2. Strong commercial acumen and communication skills
3. Exposure to working with Sales or Marketing functions
4. A self-driven and results-oriented individual
5. Comfortable with ad-hoc, non-standardised processes
6. Proactive and able to take initiative
7. Confident in driving conversations with business partners
8. Willing to challenge the status quo and provide constructive feedback
9. A strategic mindset, particularly in brand development (desirable)
10. The ability to communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders
11. FMCG experience preferred (Although not essential if other criteria are met)
12. SAP exposure is highly beneficial

As Suntorians we believe in Dreaming Big and Growing for Good. We take pride in our sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, striving to grow responsibly and inclusively. Come be part of the Suntory family and Unleash Your Spirit.

In addition to being part of a passionate team, we offer a competitive remuneration package and an industry leading parental leave policy. This position is a critical part of our Commercial Finance team so has plenty of scope for professional development with the opportunity to learn from, and work with, top leaders across the Oceania, regional and global business.

We want our interview process to be as inclusive as possible. If you require any adjustments as part of the process, do not hesitate to let us know.