R&D Region Asst Analyst

PepsiCo Inc.; Sorocaba; On-site; BRL 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development programs

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness programs

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. is seeking an Operation Excellence Analyst in São Paulo region to ensure high‑quality R&D documentation and global ingredient standards across LATAM projects.

The role accelerates digital transformation, harmonizing processes with suppliers and internal teams. You will manage SAP-PLM workflows, support supplier qualification per global quality protocols, and drive data sustainment for LATAM digitization efforts while coordinating cross‑functional teams and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Research & Development or Process area interfaced with R&D.
• MS or Bachelors in food science/technology, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition or related.
• Desirable: SAP (PLM and/or ERP) experience.
• Ability to influence across matrixed R&D and category organization.
• English and Spanish at least intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the integrity and high quality of ingredients, products and processes documentation for LATAM R&D and GIS standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers and document ingredient specifications.
• Load specifications into SAP PLM or other systems.
• Lead digital solutions to streamline R&D workflows.
• Support SAP-PLM adoption and data cleansing for LATAM digitization.

Skills

R&D coordination

Data analysis

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Food Science or related

Tools

SAP PLM

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

Responsibilities

The Operation Excellence Analyst plays a key role, ensuring the high quality of R&D documentation and the global ingredient standard supporting low and medium complexitiy projects, while accelerating digital transformation, integrating and harmonizing R&D business processes throughout the LATAM region.

Your Impact

• Ensure the integrity and high quality of ingredients, products and processes Documentation, in partnership with the Product Developers and TDC, for Innovation, Productivity and Business Continuity agenda, ensuring full compliance with the requirements of the Technical Stage Gate, for the Food category, in South America.
• Execute and comply with the requirements of the Global Ingredient Standards (GIS/PQP) by building a strong connection with external suppliers and documenting new or existing ingredient specifications.
• Replicate and Load specifications into SAP PLM or other system
• Bring digital solutions to simplify R&D ways of working
• Execute plans to ensure R&D Data Sustain and SAP-PLM adoption in Brasil, SOCO and Andean
• Manage workflows in the systems, mainly in SAP
• Support the qualification and approval of suppliers according to the global quality protocol (SQA)
• Work with external suppliers to ensure compliance with ingredients, product and process specifications
• Write specifications of raw materials, semi-finished and process
• Work with Project Leaders to ensure that project timeline compliance
• Lead projects of low and medium complexity in order to have a critical experience as a product developer
• Support operational training related to new technology or product
• Flexibility to coordinate industrial, pilot plant or laboratory tests for new products, processes and/or equipment (or adaptations to existing ones)
• Participate in project meetings of the functional team
• Ensure the confidentiality of R&D information and company strategy.
• Communication with MBS LiSU team to provide update on progress.
• Support and executes Data cleasining, enrichment and sustain for LATAM Digitization efforts

Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

• Research & Development or Process area interfaced with R&D - minimum experience of 2 years.
• MS or Bachelors in food science and technology, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition or related.
• Desirable technical knowledge in Foods platforms
• Desirable experience in SAP (PLM and/or ERP).
• Ability to influence across matrixed R&D and category organization.
• Intellectual and technical curiosity
• Basic knowledge in Food Safety, HACCP, Allergen
• Language: English and Spanish (min intermediate)

• Flexibilty to travel if needed (national & international).
• Data management & analytical skills.
• High energy and commitment to the position demands.
• Strong Problem Solving & Decision Making.
• Collaboration.
• Creative Thinking.
• Cultural adaptability and flexibility.
• • Strong commitment and responsibility
  • Organization and prioritization of activities
  • Great sense of teamwork & collaboration culture
  • Cultural adaptability, agility & flexibility
  • Good relationship and able to work under pressure
  • Results oriented and data driven
  • Digital capabilities: foundation of automation process and data analytics
• • Desirable fundamental of finance and Data Analytics
• • Initiative and dynamism

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.