Job Description

Job Description

The Manager, PFNA (PepsiCo Foods North America) Permanent Point-Of-Sale, is responsible for leading the development and implementation of progressive sourcing strategies that deliver advantaged economics, industry-leading innovation and uncompromised execution for our stakeholders, customers and consumers.

The role will work with cross-functional business partners and suppliers in the U.S. and Canada to drive and achieve aggressive performance targets as specified for the category, with a keen focus on low-cost-country sourcing. The role must champion Value Engineering productivity principles to key stakeholders and lead business case development to drive the productivity agenda.

Success in this position requires strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence others while developing strategic sourcing capabilities for current and future years. Experience leading procurement and/or productivity projects is preferred.

Plan:

* Creation of annual operating and strategic business plans

* Deliver 7% + YOY productivity while delivering flawless supply execution

* Evaluate current business practices and identify areas of opportunity with a focus on total cost reduction

* Drive agenda to develop business initiatives that deliver AOP

* Develop and Implement supplier strategies to enhance our competitive landscape within the category

Influence:

* Provide subject matter expertise and strong leadership for the POS Team, including 2 direct reports

* Conduct bi-annual business reviews and collaborate with cross-functional peers to manage the supplier relationships

* Establish and grow effective partnerships with key stakeholders to understand and effectively meet business needs

* Cultivate strategic supplier relationships to deliver cost reduction, supply assurance, quality improvement and innovation

Execute:

* Implement & manage Point of Sale strategy for merchandising displays to deliver results as planned

* Execute financial requirements to include total cost, business case development, cost modeling, cash flow analysis

* Work closely with GP Finance and business teams in the U.S. and Canada to calculate and report productivity savings in AOP year

* Understand and leverage market indices, applying that knowledge to properly identify business risks and opportunities

* Deliver productivity with an unfailing commitment to delivering high-quality solutions on-time.

Qualifications/Requirements

* Bachelors degree required; prefer concentration in Business or Operations Management, Supply Chain Management or experience equivalent
* 5-7 years relevant experience in operations management, supply chain and/or purchasing function management; over 7 years will be considered

* Strong knowledge of strategic & tactical project management duties and the tools necessary to ensure timely delivery

* Possess strong time management, multi-tasking, communication and prioritization skills

* Ability to navigate, communicate and influence within all functional levels within and outside of the organization

* Demonstrated decision making, problem-solving & organizational skills

* Ability to work in a very dynamic, demanding and fast-paced environment with experience leading business team
* This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

* Demonstrated results and accomplishment in negotiating complex business contracts

* Effective in managing suppliers and creating value in a category via productivity-driven business initiatives

* Understanding of design and engineering principles for display equipment

LI-USA

Relocation Eligible: Not Eligible for Relocation
Job Type: Regular