Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations 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
The purpose of this position is to provide data and technology leadership and strategic business partnering to Digital Core functions (Supply Chain, R&D, Finance, Corporate) within the Suntory Beverages & Food BU to drive alignment, prioritization, and delivery of technology initiatives focused on Manufacturing, Warehouse, Planning, and Transport.
Act as the Digital & IT business partner for BU Corporate and Supply Chain function leaders to define and align the technology roadmap with business needs and technological possibilities.
Serve as the single point of contact for IT portfolio management, cost of ownership, and IT strategy within Supply Chain and Corporate functions for the BU.
Collaborate closely with SBFE Regional IT COEs (AI, Analytics, Cybersecurity, SAP) to ensure project delivery adds value and enhances user experience.
Drive technology-led change by integrating external industry developments and innovations into the BU’s technology strategy.
Own end-to-end accountability for the BU Supply Chain & Corporate IT landscape including strategy, prioritization, delivery oversight, and value realization.
Partner with functional leaders across BU and other BUs to simplify and digitize ways of working aligned with international technology and architecture standards.
Balancing ongoing operational changes and upgrades with the need to digitize and modernize plant operations to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), safety, and forecast accuracy while maintaining cost efficiency.
Managing the constraints and limited flexibility imposed by the upcoming S4Hana transformation (go-live end 2027) on SAP Core enhancements.
Influencing diverse stakeholders across functions and regions to make strategic data and technology decisions aligned with business priorities.
Ensuring seamless collaboration between multiple COEs and regional teams to deliver complex projects on the ground.
Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.
Extensive IT management or leadership experience in multinational companies, preferably FMCG
Proven experience of experience in Supply Chain IT domain including Manufacturing, Planning, and Logistics
Strong technical expertise in Supply Chain technologies such as SAP, EWM, IBP, and emerging technologies like AI, ML, IoT, OCR
Strategic thinker with hands-on technology leadership and successful track record in technology strategy implementation
Strong collaboration, influencing, and communication skills across functions and geographies
Gemba-oriented with entrepreneurial mindset and ability to drive technology-enabled transformation
Experience working within a global or regional IT function with COEs
Familiarity with S4Hana transformation projects
Knowledge of digital manufacturing and warehouse automation technologies
Experience in change management and stakeholder engagement in complex environments
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, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, 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.
As a global leader in the beverage industry, Suntory Group aims to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Sustained by the gifts of nature and water, the Group offers a uniquely diverse portfolio of products, from award-winning Japanese whiskies Yamazaki and Hibiki, iconic American whiskies Jim Beam and Maker's Mark, canned ready-to-drink -196 (minus one-nine-six), The Premium Malt’s beer, Japanese wine Tomi, and the world-famous Château Lagrange. Its brand collection also includes non-alcoholic favorites Orangina, Lucozade, Oasis, BOSS coffee, Suntory Tennensui water, TEA+ Oolong Tea, and V energy drink, as well as popular health and wellness product Sesamin EX.
Founded as a family-owned business in 1899 in Osaka, Japan, Suntory Group has grown into a global company operating throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania, with an annual revenue (excluding excise taxes) of $20.5 billion in 2025. Its 41,628 employees worldwide draw upon the unique blend of Japanese artisanship and global tastes to explore new product categories and markets.
