Foods New Grad Sales Leadership Program - 2026 Start

PepsiCo; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company is seeking ambitious graduates for its Sales Leadership Program. Located in Surrey, this role offers hands-on experience in various divisions while leading teams and executing sales strategies. Ideal candidates will have completed their Bachelor's Degree between December 2024 - December 2026, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position also promises competitive compensation with a focus on professional development and growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible working environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree completed between December 2024 - December 2026.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Gaining market experience to learn the business from the ground up.
• Leading a team of people depending on the location and division.
• Working with customers to execute sales strategies and manage inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview

While this job is posted in Surrey, our new graduate program is offered in all major hubs acrosss Canada. We are seeking canadidates who are highly mobile as the sales new graduate opportunity with PepsiCo Foods Western Canada can begin in any of the following locations: Calgary AB, Edmonton AB, Winnipeg MB, and Surrey BC.

Please state your mobility in your application, placement can not be guaranteed in the posting location of this role and are assigned based on business need.

At PepsiCo Canada, we're always on the lookout for great talent - and that search often brings us to campuses like yours! So, why choose the Sales Leadership Program?

• Positive impact - We dare for positive change, creating a more sustainable supply chain of healthier products
• Big brand experience & innovation - We dare to empower Early Talent to play an active role in the future of our iconic brands.
• Lead from the start - We dare to enable leaders at all levels with training and meaningful opportunities to grow.
• A space to be you - We dare to put each other first, speak fearlessly and celebrate everyone’s perspective.

What could your first experience look like?

You will have the opportunity to learn the business from the ground up through a robust onboarding program. Our Sales Leadership Program spans across a wide breadth of experiences in several divisions across PepsiCo Foods & Beverages. By demonstrating proven results and leadership skills in our new grad program, you will be uniquely qualified for future people leadership opportunities within PepsiCo Canada.

Responsibilities

What you'll be working on:

• Gaining in market experience to learn the business from the ground up
• Leading a team of people depending on the location and division you are working in.
• Working with customers to execute sales strategies, merchandise, build displays, manage inventory and implement promotional events.
• Understanding and implementing our go to market strategies including: Direct to Store Delivery, Warehouse Distribution and Third Party Carriers.
• Utilizing your problem-solving skills to grow volume, revenue and profitability.
• Influencingand collaborating with the fields sales team, key accounts and customers to meet consumer demands within the Region.
• Leveraging your analytical skills to conduct business reviews with key decision makers.

Qualifications

Who's a good fit for the team:

• Bachelor’s Degree completed between December 2024 - December 2026
• Strong leadership, passion and a desire to make an impact!
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, as demonstrated by your ability to handle multiple priorities, problem solve complex or difficult situations and meet deadlines or targets
• Competitive and team-oriented focus with a winning attitude
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle
• Hold a valid driver’s license and have a clean record

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation, benefits, pension, RRSP contribution and vacation time
• A flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development
• Training and development opportunities to further enhance your career
• An opportunity to be meaningful and impactful within your work and project

The Company

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day.

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet.

Join us. Dare for Better.