Procurement associate manager

We Are Pepsi CoJoin Pepsi Co and Dare for Better We are the perfect place for curious people, thinkers and change agents. From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.Being part of Pepsi Co means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries.Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.The OpportunityAs aProcurement Associate Manager, you will oversee a spend of approximately$200 MM USD, developing and executing procurement strategies for current and upcomingCAPEX projects. You'll manage relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders while ensuring full compliance with Pepsi Co's policies and governance standards.In this strategic role, you'll be expected toinfluence key stakeholders, streamline the end-to-end acquisition process, and drive productivity in areas such as Installations, Machinery, Equipment, Control & Automatation—all while contributing to our agility and transformation agenda.Your ImpactIn this position, your responsibilities will include:Stakeholder Management & Strategy Development:Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to align on internal strategies and identify productivity opportunities across procurement functions.(Execution & Decision-Making)Supplier Innovation & Sourcing:Continuously scout for innovative suppliers and breakthrough technologies to drive cost-effective and future-ready solutions.(Execution & Decision-Making)Project Pipeline & Productivity Initiatives:Lead the creation and evaluation of a robust productivity project pipeline in collaboration with cross-functional teams.(Decision-Making)Cash Flow Optimization:Manage your team to ensure delivery of cash flow benefits (e.g., AOP, +90-day payment terms).(Decision-Making)Supplier Development:Enable and support the development of new global and local suppliers to ensure a resilient supply base.(Decision-Making)Service Level Agreements (SLAs):Define, manage, and continuously improve SLAs for each procurement category.(Consultation)People Leadership & Capability Building:Coach and develop your team to build a strong internal talent pipeline and foster a high-performance culture.Agility & Innovation:Lead and deploy initiatives aligned with the Agility Agenda to accelerate business transformation and elevate procurement impact across the organizationQualifications & Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.Minimum of5+ years of experiencein Supply Chain, with a focus onprocurement or sourcing roles.Advanced proficiency inEnglish, both spoken and written.Strong command ofdigital tools, including:Spend management platformsData analytics toolsMicrosoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Outlook)Familiarity withmarket intelligence platformssuch asBEROE, RAINTEC, and SIRTUO.Provenanalytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and translate findings into actionable strategies.Demonstratednegotiation expertise, with a track record of delivering measurable value.Excellentproblem-solvinganddecision-makingcapabilities.Exceptionalinterpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex organizational structures and collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders.Experience instrategic sourcing, including supplier evaluation, cost optimization, and contract management.If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.What can you expect from us:Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.Development programs according to Leadership skills.Specialized training according to the role.