R&d Life Sciences Manager

Overview:**We Are PepsiCo**Join PepsiCo 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 PepsiCo 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.A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome. Here, you can dare to be you. No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.**Know more**:PepsiCoJobs**Join PepsiCo, dare for better.****Responsibilities**:**The Opportunity**R&D Life Sciences Manager is responsible for providing guidance and integrating nutritional science into product development, innovation and portfolio transformation. The role also involves integrating consumer needs, preferences and regional health trends to propose compelling claims and scientific communication working with cross-functional teams for Cookies and Crackers, Energy and Sports drinks categories.This position will lead and strengthen the Life Sciences and External Engagement strategy across LATAM—fostering strategic partnerships, advancing scientific credibility, and supporting the company’s commitment to health and wellness in the region.**Your Impact**As R&D Life Sciences Manager your scope would consist of:- Support from a Life Science perspective all innovation and portfolio transformation projects for C&C and Beverages in Mexico and CARICAM.- Provide guidance to product development teams to ensure alignment with pep+ goals by integrating nutritional guidelines into innovation and reformulation processes and product design.- Contribute to the development of External Engagement HCP/KOL strategy and lead the deployment in Mexico and CARICAM developing integrated external plans and aligning stakeholders across various business functions (R&D, Corporate Affairs, Communications, Consumer Insights, Marketing, Innovation).Build key synergies externally with health and nutrition stakeholders to collaborate in relevant projects for the company.- Lead and guide one life sciences scientist (direct report) on technical and professional growth and provide development support to junior scientists.- Identify growth opportunities and create value propositions based on nutrition science and consumer trends ensuring internal alignment and business impact.- Budget management.Qualifications:**Who Are We Looking For?****Education**- Bachelor degree in Nutrition or health/Sports related fields with food/beverage sports science and regulatory knowledge.- Master in Sciences, Marketing, Business or similar.**Experience**- Minimum of 8 years of experience in food and beverages, sports nutrition industry or pharmaceutical is needed, supporting business and R&D objectives.- Solid analytical and critical thinking.- Data driven with experience working with epidemiological, consumer insights and market trends.- Excellent oral and written communication translating scientific concepts.- Experience working with External partnerships to support innovation and brand nutrition communication.- Project and people management skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.- Advanced English language skills**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.- Learning experiences with internal and external providers.- We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.- Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.- A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.- And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.