GCC Network Design Modeler

PepsiCo Inc.; Asia; On-site; PEN 241,000 - 379,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. seeks a Global Network Design Modeler to advance the next generation of network optimization capabilities across Global Business Units and ND Global Capability Centers.

The role focuses on developing and refining optimization models to minimize cost while enabling growth and sustainability across the end-to-end supply chain. Responsibilities include validating advanced models, translating complex problems into analytical frameworks, and partnering with cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• Translate business problems into analytical frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau and Power BI.
• Manage big databases on SQL or similar (nice to have).
• Use of Supply Chain Guru and Data Guru (must have).

Responsibilities

• Support validation and implementation of advanced supply chain models to optimize the E2E network.
• Develop and maintain network optimization models to evaluate project hypotheses and strategic options.
• Translate complex business problems into optimization models using tools like Supply Chain Guru.
• Utilize organizational systems and tools for data collection and to build project facts and benchmarking analyses.
• Evaluate model inputs/outputs by data automation, run models, analyze data and report findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project recommendations with organizational goals.
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities under tight timelines.
• Develop domain knowledge in Network Modeling and analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Strong Communicator

Results Oriented

Agility to solve problems

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Excellent interpersonal relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research/Industrial Engineering or similar

Tools

Llamasoft

Coupa SCG

JDA

SQL databases

Microsoft Office

Tableau

Power BI

Data Guru

Job description

Overview

This role supports the development of the next generation network design capability, enabling industry leading design capability for all Global business units, Sectors, and ND Global Capability Centers, across the End-to-End Value Chain.

This role is responsible for developing and refining network optimization modeling projects and analyses that help source, deploy, store, and deliver our portfolio of products to customers at the lowest cost while supporting long-term growth. The Global Network Design Modeler is responsible for driving the testing of advanced modeling tools and designing new approaches and systems to optimize our supply chain network. This role requires deep understanding of optimization algorithms, data science techniques and supply chain operations. Ultimately, this role will be responsible for building and analysing optimization models using state-of-the-art optimization software to create scalable and effective solutions.

This will enable identification of transformative projects that will deliver significant levels of profitability, efficiency, sustainability, and service, that align with the organization’s global operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Support the validation and implementation of advanced supply chain models and tools to optimize the E2E supply chain.,
• Develop and maintain network optimization models to evaluate project hypothesis and strategic alternatives and quantify model changes in end-to-end supply chain.,
• Translate complex business problems into optimization models using tools like Supply Chain Guru
• Utilize organizational systems and tools for data collection and to build project facts, benchmarking analyses, etc.,
• Ability to evaluate optimization models inputs and outputs by data automation, executing models, analyzing data and reporting
• Partner with cross functional teams to provide necessary inputs for long term projects and ensure that project recommendations are organizationally aligned
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently and work well under tight timelines
• Develops domain knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in Network Modeling and analytics

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain or similar.
• 3+ years of experience in a supply chain planning/optimization function utilizing Modelling & Technical Design tools, such as Llamasoft, Coupa SCG, JDA or similar.
• Ability to translate business problems into analytical frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, Tableau and Power BI
• Manage of big data bases on SQL or similar (nice to have)
• Use of Supply Chain Guru and Data Guru (must have)

Behavioral Competencies:

• Leadership
• Strong Communicator
• Results Oriented
• Agility to solve problems
• Analytical Thinking
• Teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal relationships