suru verb (irregular), intransitive verb
rank (as); occupy a position
Used for holding a rank, title, or position in a hierarchy or competition. Often followed by ～に or ～として.
彼は世界ランキングで3位に位している。
He ranks third in the world rankings.
その会社は業界でトップに位
The company occupies the top position in the industry.
suru verb (irregular), intransitive verb
be located (in); be situated
Describes the geographical or spatial location of something, often used in formal or written contexts. More common in literary or descriptive prose.
その町は山間に位している。
The town is situated in a mountain valley.
ホテルは海岸沿いに位する。
The hotel is located along the coast.