PepsiCo Labs is the Tech Venturing & Innovation arm of PepsiCo. We are a small and nimble team that works globally across the PepsiCo organization to identify the largest business needs. Externally, we scout for leading start-up technologies and solutions – partnering with Venture Capitalists and other industry leaders. Once solutions are selected, we created a rapid pilot process to test solutions and systematically scale the best start-ups across the organization.

As a Tech Venturing & Innovation Sr Analyst you will need to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies. You will support the innovation process, from discovery of needs, to scouting, pilot, and scale across PepsiCo 

• Lead cross-functionally to support execution of strategic tech innovation programs:
  • Build project deliverables in partnership with project leaders
  • Develop briefs for new technical capabilities
  • Drive the startup evaluation and selection process through logical and analytical thinking with fact-based insights
  • Lead the rapid pilot onboarding process and own startup vendor management
• Lead the startup use case research, analysis & evaluation of solution fit to use case
  • Build use case assessment criteria to systematically evaluate which startup’s technology & overall solution has potential to solve the use case
  • Assess competencies vs. Use case
  • Engage & coordinate cross functional SMEs input to assessment criteria
• Provide process and pilot thought partnership to business partners and Senior Executives
• Maintain an external mindset, including staying on top of consumer, competitive, and macroeconomic / technology trends
• Contribute to capability building for the entire PepsiCo Labs function (e.g., Training, Knowledge Management, Process documentation, etc.)
• Manage and coordinate logistics for sector, functional and Labs program meetings with internal and external participants

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $100,000 - $167,500.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 8% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 7-8 years working experience in technology, innovation, consulting ,supply chain or CPG
• Interest in technology & innovation
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with the ability to quickly learn various in-house software applications
• Ability to function well in a team environment, display professional maturity and interact with all levels of management
• Strong communication skills, strong collaboration skills and an impeccable standard of excellence
• Results-oriented with the ability to complete assignments in a timely manner
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, including the ability to make clear and timely decisions
• Aptitude to work with minimal supervision, set goals, creates, and implements action plans and monitor progress towards goals

Differentiating Competencies Required

• Strategic thinking and leadership potential
• Technical understand & comprehension of emerging technology solutions

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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