Head of Coles Liqour Group

Introducing Suntory Oceania

Suntory Oceania is a new partnership between Frucor Suntory and Beam Suntory to create a multi-beverage powerhouse across Australia and New Zealand.

Underpinned by 40 market-leading brands, quality craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our $3 billion multi-beverage group will immediately become the fourth largest player in the market, ready to ignite the category from sunrise to sunset, and beyond.

With operations in Australia and New Zealand our business will be powered by two local manufacturing sites, six distribution centres and more than 1500 driven and diverse Suntorians.

The Opportunity

We’re bringing the best of Suntory to Oceania and creating a best-in-class senior leadership team who will be responsible for building our brand new Australian licensed function working with brands, including Jim Beam® and Maker's Mark® Bourbon, Hibiki® Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club® Whisky, and -196.

In this unique role, the Head of Coles will create and deliver a comprehensive route to market strategy, lead and manage the relationship with Coles Liquor Group and drive commercial performance.

What's in your toolkit

• Demonstrated success leading a Commercial Sales function at a senior level, preferably within a fast-paced operating environment in the alcohol industry.
• Proven experience leading an inclusive, high-performance team.
• Exceptional relationship building skills, with the ability to educate, inspire and influence at all levels across the organisation.
• A strong customer mindset: at Suntory, our consumers and customers are at the heart of everything we do.
• Enterprise leadership skills, with the ability to articulate the vision and take your function on the journey with you. 

Unleash your Spirit

Working in the Suntory Group isn't just 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. In addition to being part of a market leading team within a multi-national business, we offer flexible working, incredible learning and development opportunities and a competitive remuneration package.

Applications close Friday 03 May 2024.

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