Route Planning & Data Governance Specialist

Who are we?

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.

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Route Planning & Data Governance Specialist who thrives on solving puzzles with data and loves bringing structure to complexity. In this role, you’ll keep our route-to-market systems running smoothly, ensure data accuracy, and help us deliver smarter, more efficient ways of working.

What you'll do:

• Keep our routing systems accurate and aligned with the RTM framework.
• Build and maintain sales territories and daily visitation plans using dynamic route planning tools.
• Perform weekly route maintenance and update system configurations.
• Collaborate with Master Data and Logistics teams to ensure customer data integrity.
• Troubleshoot system issues and implement process improvements that make life easier for our teams.

About you:

• In depth understanding of how a field sales team operates.
• Strong knowledge of sales force automation systems and database management.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Resilient, pragmatic, and logical approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working in an Agile environment and preparing management reports for stakeholders.
• Skilled at solving complex puzzles using data, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

This role could also be suitable for a Territory Manager or Field Manager with analytical skills, ready to take the next step in their career.

What's in it for you?

• Grow your career – we like to promote from within and have incredible learning and development opportunities around the world.
• Drive transformation and innovation in a future-fit operating model.
• Generous incentive program for all of our permanent employees.
• An inclusive parental leave policy for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Birthday leave – enjoy a day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Gradual return to work to help you transition back from parental leave.
• Work in a culture that values diversity, collaboration and growth.
• Flexible working – flexible hours and hybrid working.
• We are committed to giving back to our communities, so we provide you with volunteer leave to do so.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognise 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, colour, 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 endeavour 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.