Senior Commercial Manager - Manufacturing

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:

Reporting to the Finance Director – Supply Chain, the Senior Commercial Manager – AU Manufacturing operates at a strategic leadership level, providing commercial insight, financial governance and decision support across our manufacturing operations.

You will play a critical role in owning and driving strategic initiatives, influencing site and enterprise outcomes, and leading the manufacturing finance agenda with confidence and purpose. This position has one direct report (Management Accountant) and is ideal for a commercially astute finance leader who thrives in collaborative, operational environments.

The role can be based in Sydney NSW or Swanbank QLD, with flexibility to support the needs of the business regardless of location.

What you'll do:

• Act as a trusted commercial partner to Manufacturing leadership, influencing decisions and driving sustainable cost and performance outcomes.
• Provide strategic financial insight across labour, overheads, materials, unit costs and manufacturing efficiency.
• Own and lead forecasting, budgeting and medium‑term planning for manufacturing operations.
• Develop clear, impactful financial reporting that brings the numbers to life for non‑finance stakeholders.
• Provide commercial leadership on capital investments, business cases and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach and develop your direct report while contributing to a high‑performing Supply Chain Finance function.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, capability and financial outcomes across manufacturing.

Ingredients for success:

Just like every can of V Energy is built on the right formula, there are a few key ingredients we’re looking for in this role:

• Proven manufacturing finance partnering experience. (essential)
• Demonstrated ability to operate at a strategic, enterprise-wide level, not just transactional finance.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience influencing senior operational leaders.
• A collaborative working style with the credibility to challenge, engage and align stakeholders.
• A strong sense of ownership, drive and accountability for delivering strategic initiatives.
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance; CA/CPA (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Experience leading and developing others is essential.

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.
• Quarterly product allowance to spend at our staff shop.
• 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.