Project Manager Brand Growth & Innovation

Who We Are

Suntory is a fast-moving, agile, and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nation's most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe.

About your role

As our Project Manager Brand Growth & Innovation you will lead the execution of doubling Lucozade Sport (Project GOAT), a high-impact growth initiative for SBFI. This role is critical to ensuring that our ambitious growth plan stays on track, with a particular focus on project managing NPD and aligning cross-functional teams to key milestones.

You will act as the central orchestrator – ensuring clarity of timelines, ownership, risks, and decisions across the plan. This is a high-visibility, high-accountability role for someone who thrives on turning strategy into action, and who excels at bringing structure to complexity.

What You'll Do

Project Planning & Delivery

Own and manage the end-to-end project plan to double the brand's business over 3 years, ensuring clear visibility of timelines, milestones, and owners.

Lead project meetings (particularly those that have x functional interdependence eg Innovation), ensuring timely decision-making, alignment, and follow-through on actions.

Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies across workstreams, escalating where necessary to keep the plan on track.

Track and report progress against objectives, keeping leadership and stakeholders informed with regular updates.

Innovation Project Management

Drive the delivery of the pipeline of innovations, from concept through to launch.

Work closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Legal, Marketing) to ensure critical paths are maintained and launch readiness is achieved.

Ensure all gate reviews, governance steps, and internal approvals are met on time.

Process & Organisation

Establish and lead clear project structures, documentation, and governance processes to ensure discipline and transparency.

Champion project management best practice across the team – from clear agendas and meeting notes to issue logs and timelines.

Drive continuous improvement in how we execute brand plans, embedding repeatable ways of working where possible.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Act as the glue between functions – ensuring alignment, accountability, and momentum across all teams involved.

Maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, anticipating their needs and providing clear, concise updates.

Build engagement and belief in the project vision across the wider organisation.

What's in it for you

Be at the heart of one of our most exciting and transformative brand growth journeys in SBFI.

Work cross-functionally with senior leaders and high-performing teams.

Build a legacy of delivery and impact in a business committed to bold growth.

A fast-paced, collaborative environment that values initiative and accountability

What You need to be successful

Proven experience in project management within FMCG, retail, consumer goods, or a related fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering complex cross-functional projects – ideally including new product launches or brand transformation initiatives.

Strong organisational and time management skills – able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills – able to bring people with you and manage up effectively.

Comfortable with ambiguity and change – proactive, solutions-oriented, and resilient.

Strong working knowledge of project planning tools and methodologies (e.g. Gantt charts, RAID logs, stage-gate, agile principles). Ideally expertise in Scrum / Agile

Experience in marketing, innovation, or commercial functions is a plus.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize 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, color, 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 endeavor 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.