Regional Expert Trainer (Groceries) at PepsiCo

Job Description

• Process Capability, Technical Competence and Best Practice Roll Out. Establish 3-5 year performance targets for the BU by site and product category.
• Provide “hands on/on the floor ‘ support to plants in effectively running the Process or Packaging departments and function as the Region technical expert.
• Establish tactical plans to reach “Best in Class” performance for relevant Platform KPIs.
• Lead BU Productivity (i.e. Productivity Pipeline, and Breakthrough Innovation) programme and agenda for the Platform (~ $0.5 – $1 MM per annum).
• Own and maintain standards of IPS and relevant product and process standards.
• Support the approval of all new Platform and Product innovation.
• Provide input and support application of new Lens 4 Initiatives working closely with Sector MOS.
• Provide support to field operations teams on technical issues beyond the capability of the plants.
• Lead the start-up and commissioning of new plants, lines, and packaging equipment through the network of Site Experts.
• Coach and Develop Specialists and SET’s through their Personal Development Plans (i.e. ACE Discussions).
• Support Sustainability programs relevant to Platform (i.e. Water usage on Beverages and Energy consumption)

Qualifications

/Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma within Engineering field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in manufacturing and/or supply chain in Groceries division.
• Solid working experience and technical knowledge on Cereals or Beverages advantageous.
• ‘Hands on’ approach on the factory floor if required.
• Coaching and training skills required to develop and build front line capability at sites.
• Go-To-Person and SME in Product category.
• Ability to travel nationally to our sites as required.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong internal and external communicator, influencer, and negotiator.
• Ability to set and prioritize short, mid and long term objectives.
• Key stakeholder engagement