Job Openings at PepsiCo

Responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

• Support in designing and implementing specific global technical platforms and supplier competitive Tension tools that will deliver further competitive advantage for the PepsiCo OU’s and bring programs to Sector benchmarks.
• Review and sign-off evaluation of all Flexible Film RFP’s and cover letters, by assessing smart bidding options and utilizing category levers for lowest total cost to business (TCO)
• Lead at all business forums Value Engineering / Productivity ingredients initiatives for South Africa – aligning and utilizing Regional & Global leverage and scale, to deliver minimum run rate productivity and P&L savings
• Establish & Govern CVA / Commodity splits & pricing mechanism for all Ingredients materials – isolate commodity pricing in order to create a cost strategy that provides effective risk management.
• Provide technical leadership to the SA supplier base and be a driver of change and performance improvement for the business in line with Commercial and financial priorities. This includes providing capability to respond to the business need for niche & new products, regional sourcing requirements and the need to comply with regulatory and environmental demands for.
• Key enabler to Legal Department to ensure the most beneficial contract terms for PepsiCo, preparation of the contracts and coordinate signing contracts are met.
• Manage and develop timelines for transformational projects and be key gatekeeper (Act as owner) in all the critical Purchasing tasks to ensure on-time plan launch.
• Responsibility of productivity project identification and implementation in cooperation with sector Procurement and XFP team.
• Supplier management:
• Supplier selection in line with purchasing strategy for the scope: Participation in the local and regional supplier evaluation process and negotiation with suppliers
• Participation in preparing the sourcing plans
• Value engineering and productivity projects management and execution
• New Supplier development
• Maintaining the SQA & Sustainability requirements
• Manage supplier relationship through scorecard reviews on quarterly basis with key stakeholders.
• Lead dispute resolution regarding material supply, quality issues, invoice and payment issues.
• Drive and lead supplier diversity program, build strategy, prioritizing category and supply base, participate in supplier diversity roadshows for awareness, and due diligence and vetting process for sustainable supply solutions
• Manage and roll-out commodity risk management buy plan and playbook across ingredients portfolio where applicable.

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role:

• 13 years of relevant strategic sourcing experience of Flexible Packaging with global organization, involving complex multi-geography supply base and multi-site stakeholders; capability assessed through category relevant questions;
• At least 6 years as senior manager, with spend accountability of $50MM or above,
• Verifiable BCP build capability specific to Flexible Film, authentic functional champion to establish alternates and substitutes
• Established SME on Film Structure/s (PP, PE, PET & OPP; microns, gsm). Deep functional understanding for lowest total cost, Prior ready knowledge of at least 3 years is required for benchmarking
• Upstream film, sourcing model & understanding of conversion technologies and printing technologies are a must have for this role.
• 5% productivity delivery of Flexible Film category Year-on-Year.
• Established leader to steer and persuade accelerated value engineering (without compromising quality and brand image) both for foods and beverages Flexible Film, pipeline value exceeding $10MM annually.
• Hands-on expertise in sourcing models and levers, specific for unique Flexible Film, for cost optimization. Able to demonstrate capability through real life examples
• Ability to coordinate multiple cross functional teams to achieve objectives.
• Proactive and able to manage ambiguity effectively.
• Evolvement within international environment and multicultural understanding.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within multi-functional teams -– networking, influencing & presenting ideas/programs, demonstrably powerful influencer.
• Effective relationship building, development and maintenance with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Excellent analytical skills, ability to clearly communicate with all levels of the PepsiCo Organization’s and suppliers
• Ability to work alone and take initiative. Identify potential roadblocks and profile them to Management for clarification and resolution.
• Manage and execute projects in a timely manner. Ability to prioritize.
• Self-starter, ability to work remotely from line manager.
• Desire to become long term Procurement professional.
• Delvelop category strategy and successfully execute the strategy.
• Ability to execute end-to-end category sourcing strategy.
• Fluent in English, high level of computer literacy, strong MS office knowledge & ERP system (Oracle, SAP etc.)
• Literate with e-procurement tools knowledge is an advantage.
• Ability to collaborate with cross functional stakeholders. Ability to adapt and be flexible and agile in a changing business environment.

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Responsibilities

What we’re looking for:We're looking for an Assistant Area Security Manager based in our Epping Bakery. Main purpose of the role: 

• As directed by the Business Unit leadership and in collaboration with the PepsiCo Office of Global Security, ensure that the businesses in South Africa benefit from effective and sustainable security programs that mitigate risk to our people, assets and objectives while protecting PepsiCo Brands.
• Execute operational implementation of strategic planning as directed by Security Director – Global Security (SA)
• Deputise for the Area Security Manager as and when the situation required.
• Physically located in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, the role would serve as a Business Unit asset in responding to all emerging security risks and incidents throughout area of responsibility (Western Area of SA, including Western Cape and Northern Cape)
• Role will be responsible for the protection of our people and Assets in the Western and Northern Cape Provinces . Total of 16 premises and FTE of 1,1M.

Accountabilities: 

The principal accountability of the Assistant Area Security Manager is driving the implementation and execution of security, crisis management, business continuity management strategies, plans and protocols, physical security domains and best practices across his/her areas businesses.  The highlights of these accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• In line with the Country broader strategy, implement in his area of responsibility a wide security plan to identify, assess and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand/reputation.
• Oversee and facilitate the ongoing strengthening of a sustainable Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning and capability in his/her area of responsibility.
• Through training and audit validate ensure that in his/her area of responsibility, the different premises Crisis Management and Business Continuity Plans are current and functional.
• Ensure that all locations in his/her area of responsibility are compliant with the country wide physical security plan (technological ,Procedural, Manned guarding ,Architectural )
• Maintain strong working relationships with, and provide consultation to, local management teams.
• Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessments at the area’s sites in order to identify critical vulnerabilities and to assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best practice security enhancements.
• In close consultation with the Area Senior Security Manager, analyze security risks inherent in undertaking new business ventures and offer expertise-based risk mitigation measures.
• Within the area of responsibility, develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo EMEA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures.
• Develop and deliver security awareness for PepsiCo associates and training programs to security associates.
• Advise and assist before, during and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to business travelers.
• Assist the Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Conduct and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the country’s interests and associates.
• During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols.
• Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage a effective KPI management system in accordance with Sector Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis.
• Oversee 3P Security Service Provider companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs.
• Manage the 3P Security Providers and evaluate their service on a monthly basis according to the set KPI’s
• Ensure the continued professional development of his/her area of responsibility security team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role:

• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment;
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience; 3 years Security experience in private sector (preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above;
• Advanced, proven experience in security management;
• Well-refined interpersonal skills;
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum);
• A working proficiency of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work among a team of peers.
• Ability to travel in country and handle multiple locations.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and to be connected 24/7.
• Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment.
• Ability to work on any other Task or Duties that could be assigned or delegated.

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Responsibilities

What we're looking for: We looking for a Site Security Coordinator: Britos Bakery to join our team. The main purpose of the role is to:

• As directed by the Business Unit leadership and in collaboration with the PepsiCo Office of Global Security, ensure that the businesses in South Africa benefit from effective and sustainable security programs that mitigate risk to our people, assets and objectives while protecting PepsiCo Brands.
• Execute operational implementation of strategic planning as directed by Security Director – Global Security (SA)
• Deputise for the Area Security Manager as and when the situation is required.
• Physically located in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa, the role would serve as a Business Unit asset in responding to all emerging security risks and incidents throughout area of responsibility.
• Role will be responsible for the protection of our people and Assets.

Accountabilities: 

The principal accountability of the Site Security Coordinator:  Britos Bakery is driving the implementation and execution of security, crisis management, business continuity management strategies, plans and protocols, physical security domains and best practices across his/her areas businesses.  The highlights of these accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• In line with the Country broader strategy, implement in his area of responsibility a wide security plan to identify, assess and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand/reputation.
• Oversee and facilitate the ongoing strengthening of a sustainable Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning and capability in his/her area of responsibility.
• Through training and audit validate ensure that in his/her area of responsibility, the different premises Crisis Management and Business Continuity Plans are current and functional.
• Ensure that all locations in his/her area of responsibility are compliant with the country wide physical security plan (technological, Procedural, Manned guarding, Architectural)
• Maintain strong working relationships with, and provide consultation to, local management teams.
• Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessments at the area’s sites in order to identify critical vulnerabilities and to assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best practice security enhancements.
• In close consultation with the Area Senior Security Manager, analyze security risks inherent in undertaking new business ventures and offer expertise-based risk mitigation measures.
• Within the area of responsibility, develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo EMEA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures.
• Develop and deliver security awareness for PepsiCo associates and training programs to security associates.
• Advise and assist before, during and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to business travelers.
• Assist the Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Conduct and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the country’s interests and associates.
• During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols.
• Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage a effective KPI management system in accordance with Sector Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis.
• Oversee 3P Security Service Provider companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs.
• Manage the 3P Security Providers and evaluate their service on a monthly basis according to the set KPI’s
• Ensure the continued professional development of his/her area of responsibility security team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment;  
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience; 3 years Security experience in private sector (preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above; 
• Advanced, proven experience in security management; 
• Well-refined interpersonal skills;  
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum); 
• A working proficiency of written and spoken English. 
• Ability to work among a team of peers. 
• Ability to travel in country and handle multiple locations. 
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and to be connected 24/7. 
• Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment. 
• Ability to work on any other Task or Duties that could be assigned or delegated. 

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Responsibilities

What we're looking for: We looking for a Maintenance Planner who will be based at our Worcester Bakery.

Accountabilities: 

• Embed PeMM every day and ensure compliance and self-audits are performed.
• Development of an optimised maintenance work plan with defined and documented processes.
• Development of appropriate routine maintenance schedules.
• Ensure accurate data and document control.
• Communicate and train maintenance and production personnel in the maintenance procedures.
• Integration of maintenance activities with production plans.
• Integration of maintenance activities with production boil-outs.
• Forward planning of manpower and materials for planned work and ensuring that those resources are marshalled in readiness.
• Accurate estimation of maintenance work in relation to duration, priority, skills requirements, spares, special tools and equipment, specialist services, and identification of appropriate material requirements.
• Estimation and arranging of contract labour to supplement existing resources to meet maintenance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience within the manufacturing environment in the FMCG industry
• Technical Trade N4 (Mechanical / Electrical)
• Engineering Diploma/Degree will be advantageous
• SAP Experience

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Responsibilities

• Manage documentation related to training, including learner documentation, learner enrolment forms, claim forms, and attendance registers, maintaining the integrity of data and checking data for correctness and completeness.
• Transpose training data into reporting formats.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions and venues with sites and training providers according to the learning programme implementation plan.
• Create documentation templates for SETA administration and reporting.
• Create Schoox attendance registers for accredited learning programmes.
• Create Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, follow up on payments and update the payment tracker for all Talent Management initiatives.
• Support in tracking training spend versus budget.
• Ensure that signed claim forms, and requests for data from the SETA are attended to timeously.
• Manage RFP processes for vendors for skills development initiatives.
• Ensure that invoices are completed in line with SLA requirements before submitting for payment.
• Gather training feedback through surveys and feedback forms for training and create comprehensive reports on training effectiveness and progress.
• Liaise with site HR’s regarding learners at risk for learning programmes.
• Processing of learner terminations with the SETA.
• Assist with workplace approval visits, SETA site visits and other compliance related information.
• Ensure that the Schoox reporting data, payment tracker and capability plans are updated to reflect current progress of implementation.
• Provide documentation for SETA and BBBEE audits as requested.
• Assist with administration and coordination of graduations (logistics and procurement)

Qualifications

The purpose of this section is to identify the requirements of the job. State the minimum qualifications, knowledge and years of experience required to qualify for the position.  

• 3 year HR Degree (ODETP or OC: Training and development practitioner is advantageous)
• 2-3 years’ experience within a L&D team working on skills development initiatives in FMCG
• The ability to handle financial administration for training
• Strong provider and stakeholder liaison abilities
• Attention to detail particularly in the area of record-keeping
• Site and vendor support as a point of contact for enquiries
• Organisation and time management – ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and logistical arrangements
• Communication – strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders
• Compliance – Understanding of relevant training regulations, industry standards and SETA requirements
• Computer skills – Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams
• Administration – Ability to handle administrative tasks, including maintaining records, processing paperwork, and managing documentation for audits
• Strong delivery bias – ability to deliver high quality outputs

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Develop and execute a multi-channel communications strategy aligned with SSA’s growth and transformation agenda.
• Internal Communications
• Oversee internal communications to foster alignment and engagement across geographies, partnering with HR and business leaders to drive culture, inclusion, and change initiatives.
• Amplify PepsiCo’s employer brand and employee stories to strengthen pride and attract talent across SSA.
• External Communications
• Manage media relations, press kits, and proactive storytelling to enhance brand visibility.
• Lead crisis communications and reputation management initiatives.
• Digital & Social Media
• Drive content strategy for SSA’s digital platforms, leveraging data-driven insights for engagement.
• Executive & Brand PR
• Own and execute the organization's holistic reputation strategy, serving as a critical bridge between internal operations and the external world, with a mandate to deliver extensive Brand PR leadership that shapes public narrative, protects corporate image, and commercially amplifies key product initiatives.
• Craft compelling narratives for C-suite leaders and major brand campaigns.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with bottling partners, agencies, and global teams to deliver high-impact campaigns.
• Events & Advocacy
• Execute strategic events and support PPGA advocacy programs on sustainability, health, and social impact.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 5+ years in corporate communications within a global brand (Fortune 100/500 preferred).
• Proven success in executive communications, crisis management, and media relations.

Education:

• Required (Minimum): Bachelor’s degree in communication, Journalism, Public Relations (PR), Media Studies, or Marketing.
• Highly Preferred (Ideal): Post-Graduate Diploma or master’s degree (MA/MBA) in Corporate Communication, Business Management, or Strategic Marketing.
• Helpful (Certification): Relevant professional certifications from local bodies (e.g., PRISA) or global platforms, particularly in Digital Communication, Crisis Management, or ESG/Sustainability Reporting.

Skills:

• Native-level English fluency (written and spoken).
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Expertise in digital storytelling, social media strategy, and cross-cultural communication.

Mindset:

• Strategic thinker with agility to adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build authentic relationships.

Bonus:

• Knowledge of Africa’s socio-political landscape
• Experience with franchise bottling operations
• Local African languages and cultural acumen

Key Competencies:

• Strategic agility and ability to connect the dots across complex initiatives.
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Resilience and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
• Growth mindset and willingness to travel across SSA markets.

Current Trends Incorporated:

• Digital-first approach: Emphasis on social media, analytics, and AI-driven personalization.
• Inclusive communication: Ability to craft messages that resonate across diverse cultures.
• Crisis readiness: Proactive reputation management in volatile markets.
• Data-driven storytelling: Using insights to measure and amplify impact.