General Manager Portugal

About You

You are a visionary General Manager with a proven track record in commercial management, ready to be the Country Lead for Portugal. Your experience has equipped you with the ability to navigate complex markets, inspire teams, and foster a culture of high performance. You thrive in fast changing environments and are passionate about driving sustainable growth. Adaptable, strategic, and resourceful, you are fluent in English (Portuguese a plus) and eager to make a lasting impact in Portugal’s vibrant business landscape.

About your role

As the General Manager Portugal based in Lisbon, you will take ownership of the commercial strategy and operational leadership for the market, a market where we operate through HORECA and Retail channels.  Your role combines the excitement of shaping market direction with the responsibility of managing a high-performing team. You will collaborate closely with the department and appointing manager to deliver exceptional results, build strong client relationships, and uphold our company’s values and vision. Your insights will guide critical decisions, ensuring the company’s continued growth and reputation in Portugal.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to lead and shape the future of our business in Portugal – you will have total ownership of the P&L.
• Opportunity to grow our business and expand our product portfolio in Portugal
• Leadership and Engagement with a talented and motivated team in a supportive environment.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Career advancement opportunities within a global organization – future career paths can lead to a commercial director role, a GM role in a larger market or even a cross functional move into a new discipline.
• The chance to make your mark on the commercial direction of our Portugal P&L based in Lisbon, a city known for its innovation and energy.

What You need to be successful

• Extensive experience in general or commercial management roles, within a fast moving consumer goods environment.
• Experience and knowledge of both HORECA and retail channels
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent track record of success in the ownership and growth of a P&L
• Proven ability to develop and crucially execute successful business strategies.
• Analytical mindset and data-driven decision making.
• Fluency in English; Portuguese language skills highly regarded.
• Adaptability, ambition, and a drive for results.

If you are ready to seize this exciting leadership role and contribute to our success in Portugal, we invite you to apply and join our journey.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.