Technical Data and Specifications Writer (2-year temporary)

PepsiCo; Fatih; On-site; TRY 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Technical Data and Specifications Writer (2-year temporary) to support Europe Foods AOP delivery, manage product specifications, and ensure data integrity across the supply chain. You will coordinate with R&D, PD, and cross-functional teams to drive SAP workflows and ensure compliance with global standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with SAP or similar systems, and the ability to translate technical data into actionable specifications for

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in data handling and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret and transform raw technical data from PD functions.
• Proficiency with SAP or similar specification systems.
• Background in food technology, chemistry, or related field; 2–3 years in product development, QA/QC, or regulatory.

Responsibilities

• Specification Management & Digitization across Europe Foods portfolio.
• Coordinate SAP specification approvals with PD and TDC.
• Publish specification reports for internal stakeholders in collaboration with Adopt & Sustain.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Learning agility

Education

Degree in food technology or chemistry

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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, Pepsi, Doritos and Lipton Ice Tea, 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.

We are looking for a Technical Data and Specifications Writer (2-year temporary) who will workin within a team that enables Europe Foods AOP delivery through product launches, facilitating artwork creation, technical data handover to Supply Chain, and execution of the PEP+ and Sustainability Strategy and that collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to manage product specifications (ingredient, formula, finished product, label), safeguard R&D data, and support Technical Brand Stewardship to ensure we make products our consumers know and love.

Responsibilities

• Specification Management & Digitization
• Align content and digitize specifications across the Europe Foods portfolio in line with project timelines.
• Collaborate with Product Development, TDC, and Commercialisation to shape innovation project timelines, ensuring key milestones are achievable and met.
• Act as ambassadors for PepsiCo Global Ingredient Standards, ensuring supplier training and compliance for specification completion.
• Coordinate SAP specification approval workflows with PD and TDC to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with Commercialisation and PGT teams to facilitate handover of R&D technical data, enabling accurate Supply Chain Bill of Material setup and robust traceability.
• Partner with Adopt & Sustain to publish specification reports for internal stakeholders
• Governance and Continuous Improvement
• Identify and raise system and data change requests to ensure regulatory compliance and improve efficiency of business processes. Partner with Global TDC and Strategy & Transformation teams for implementation
• Maintain accuracy of technical data and enable R&D Digital Strategy (PLM) through data cleanse and maintenance workstreams such as SLAM
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and improved ways of working across all business partners (PD, TDC, Commercialisation, Global Procurement and Supply Chain)
• Stewardship and Compliance
• Ensure PepsiCo products continue to “win with consumers” by maintaining updates, productivity improvements and business continuity changes.
• Support PepsiCo’s delivery of PEP+ and Sustainability strategies by updating product specifications to reflect design changes and ensuring accurate representation in published reports.
• Safeguard operational integrity by managing specification clauses required for British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) audits, enabling continued product sales through customer compliance.

Qualifications

• Technical & Industry Expertise
• Strong attention to detail in data management and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of SAP or proven adaptability to specification systems.
• Ability to interpret and transform raw technical data from PD functions.
• Background in food technology, chemistry, or a related field, with 2–3 years’ experience in Product Development, Quality Assurance/Control, or Regulatory within the food industry (preferred)
• Project & Time Management
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks under tight deadlines.
• Self-starter with initiative and problem-solving capabilities.
• High learning agility and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Effective communicator across internal and external R&D functions (L4–L11).
• Experience working in cross-functional, cross-regional, and multicultural teams.
• Previous supplier relationship management experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, including reports, and emails.