Demand Planning Manager

Introducing Suntory Oceania, the new multi-beverage powerhouse!

As a leading beverage manufacturer in the Oceania market, Frucor Suntory has a rich 60-year history, growing from a local juice company to a trans-Tasman beverage leader, known for its iconic range of drinks including V Energy and Suntory BOSS Coffee.

United by Suntory’s Yatte Minahare spirit, the permission to dream big and the determination to make it a reality, we’re embarking on a new chapter of growth, as we partner with Beam Suntory to create Suntory Oceania, a new multi-beverage powerhouse across Australia and New Zealand. Underpinned by our diverse talent, market-leading brands, quality craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose as partners we will create Oceania’s fourth largest beverage player with over $3bn in retail sales.

With an inspiring growth trajectory ahead, there has never been a better time to join the Suntory family. From mid-2025 in Australia & early 2026 in New Zealand, we will own local manufacturing, sales, and distribution for our full portfolio of alcohol and non-alcohol beverages. By harnessing the best of Suntory from across Australia and New Zealand, we will offer a unique portfolio of over 40 market-leading brands – powered by two local manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians.

Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania!

The Opportunity

The Demand Planning Manager role is an is an exciting role, working with the Sales and Marketing teams to manage the preparation of forecasts for the Australian licensed business.

This role will manage a team of demand planners, utilising statistical forecast tools in conjunction with promotional activity to provide robust demand volumes to operations.

Communication with Key accounts / Channel managers and Marketing is equally important to a close relationship with Planning and Purchasing teams whilst supporting the development of manufacturing supply chain through our ERP system and the S&OP process, with the aim of improving supply chain responsiveness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop Forecast for review by Sales and Marketing using available tools for a rolling 18 months
• Provide input to monthly S&OP in the form of agreed Demand Schedule from Sales and Marketing
• Continuously improve the Demand Planning processes and tools
• Advise and support NPD launch schedules
• Leading the team to deliver the strategic plan including leading, motivating and building capability to deliver an engaged, high performing team aligned to the overall direction of Supply Chain and Group Operations

What's in your toolkit?

• A strong track record of success in a similar role.
• Demand Planning experience within an FMCG environment
• Exposure to SAP (APO) and/or Promax desirable, but not essential
• Relationship building skills
• Strong attention to detail

Unleash your Spirit with Suntory Oceania

Working in the Suntory Group family isn't a job, it's a career. We’re incredibly proud of our vibrant and diverse culture and our people, who set us apart from the rest. As part of the Suntory Group, our learning and development opportunities are hard to beat, and our career pathways have global reach. 

In addition to being part of a passionate team, we offer flexible working arrangements, a competitive remuneration package and an industry leading parental leave policy. This position is a critical part of our Commercial 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.

When we’re not in market with our customers or working flexibly from home, you can find us at our modern offices, with onsite parking and complimentary fridges stocked full of our iconic beverages to keep you energised (BOSS Coffee or ‘V’ anyone?)!

How to apply

Being involved in a transformational journey of this size don’t come along very often, so if you’re looking for your career-defining role, click apply to submit your CV & cover letter. Applications close end of day Monday 20 May 2024

If you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process to enable you to put your best foot forward, please don’t hesitate to let us know.