Transport Manager

Introducing Suntory Oceania

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. 

With our partners at Beam Suntory, we’re embarking on a new chapter of growth to become 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.

Not only do we have an inspiring growth trajectory we are committed to giving back to our communities and our environment so there has never been a better time to join the Suntory team. From mid-2025 in Australia and 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.

From the makers of ‘V’ Energy and Suntory BOSS Coffee comes an opportunity not to be missed!

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of our Australian logistics and setting the strategy as we become Suntory Oceania.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the national transport operations and freight forwarding team with a key focus on effective management of transport providers
• Leading the implementation og major AU delivery projects – TMS and establishing new linehaul freight contracts.
• Contributing to the development of the transport strategy for Oceania Suntory in Australia
• Managing the transport budget (~40m) and identifying areas for cost savings
• Leading and developing a high performing team.
• Embedding new suppliers into the business and ensuring they are meeting agreed SLA’s

What's in your toolkit?

• Previous experience managing customer and supplier relationships
• Problem solving mindset – you will come up with innovative solutions to challenges
• Ability to build relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
• Strong commercial acumen and proven ability managing large budgets
• Proven experience negotiating and managing large contracts
• Strong leadership experience with proven experience growing and leading high performing teams

If you’re not an expert in all of these areas, don’t worry! A lot of what we look for is how you would align with our values and your ability to utilise your unique skills and experience.

Apart from free drinks to keep you energized, here’s what else we have to offer:

• Grow your career – we like to promote from within and have incredible learning and development opportunities around the world  
• An inclusive parental leave policy for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Gradual return to work to help you transition back from parental leave
• Flexible working – work the way that suits you
• Free on site parking
• Discounted health insurance
• We are committed to giving back to our communities so we provide you with volunteer leave
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave to give you more time to recharge

What's next?

If you are ready to unleash your spirit with Suntory Oceania then please apply today.

At Suntory, we recognise that all life experiences equate to innovation. We welcome people of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, ages, life stages, all sexualities and all genders to apply to join us We are 100% proud of our people; we empower each other to go for it and make a difference together.

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.