A degree or equivalent qualification is welcome, but we are equally interested in the skills, potential and experience you can bring.

💼 ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Business Development Executive, you will take ownership of your own territory, visiting independent retailers, convenience stores, wholesalers and Out of Home Foodservice customers across your assigned area.

Your mission will be to grow the presence and sales of some of our best-known brands, including Lucozade Energy, Lucozade Sport, Ribena and Orangina. 🥤

You will:

• 🤝 Build trusted relationships with existing and potential customers.
• 👂 Understand what each customer needs and identify opportunities to grow their business and ours.
• 📈 Increase the distribution, availability and visibility of Suntory products.
• 🥤 Present the right range of products and new launches to each customer.
• 🛒 Execute promotional plans and make sure our brands stand out at the point of sale.
• 📝 Develop simple business plans to support sustainable customer growth.
• 📊 Monitor sales performance and use data to decide where to focus your time.
• 💡 Take ownership of your territory’s performance, including sales, product mix and profitability.
• 🙌 Work closely with Sales, National Account, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain teams.

In short, you will make things happen in your territory. 🚀

Around 80% of your time will be focused on customers, so this is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop commercial skills where the action happens.

🎯 WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A 12-month fixed-term contract where you can gain valuable, hands-on FMCG experience.
• Ownership of your own territory and customer relationships.
• A varied, field-based role where no two days are the same.
• The opportunity to represent brands recognised and enjoyed by millions of consumers.
• Practical experience in sales, negotiation and customer development.
• Support from experienced Sales and cross-functional teams.
• The chance to learn how to manage a territory as your own business.
• A role where your ideas, initiative and results can make a visible difference.
• A valuable opportunity to strengthen your profile and continue building your commercial career. 📈

✅ WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED?

• A genuine interest in sales, customers and the FMCG industry.
• Confidence starting conversations and building relationships.
• A growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• Commercial curiosity and the ability to identify opportunities.
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-moving environment.
• Good organisation and the ability to manage a busy territory.
• Comfort working independently and spending most of your time visiting customers.
• Most importantly, the drive to learn, make an impact and build valuable commercial experience.

Ready to get out into the market and take the next step in your Field Sales career?

Apply now. We would love to hear from you! 🚀

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, 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.