Manager, Marketing Planning

About the Company

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: To inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. At Suntory Beverage and Food, we boldly move forward together to realize the dreams of becoming a world-leading next-generation global beverage company, always together with Seikatsusha.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Manager, Marketing Planning to lead regional marketing strategy by driving innovation governance, overseeing mid- and long-term marketing plans, and ensuring all strategic initiatives are grounded in deep consumer insights.

Responsibilities

• Drive alignment of innovation initiatives with overall business strategy and priorities
• Oversee allocation of resources (budget, timeline, talent) across innovation projects
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure integrated and scalable innovation outcomes
• Lead development and governance of mid- and long-term marketing plans
• Establish and track performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness, market impact and strategic alignment
• Support development and execution of regional brand marketing strategy
• Establish decision-making frameworks for prioritization, investment and risk management
• Drive continuous improvement through regular review and optimization of processes and outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or a related discipline
• 5–8 years of experience in marketing strategy, innovation, or regional roles within FMCG or related industries
• Strong administration and facilitation capabilities, with the ability to drive structured discussions and outcomes
• Proven strategic and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans
• Proficiency in data analysis, digital tools, and development of high-impact strategic presentations
• Understanding of consumer insights and their application in marketing strategy
• Basic financial acumen, including P&L understanding
• Exposure to brand management principles and practices

Additional Information

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. 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.