R&D Assoc Analyst

Overview

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The Opportunity

This role will assist the Specifications Management teams located in Mexico Business Services (MBS) or Hyderabad Business Services (HBS) to ensure exceptional service is provided in support of R&D Spec Management globally. This role will apply technical expertise and coordinate with in-market and GBS employees, as well as external resources when required, to develop clear and concise Formula, Ingredient and/or Packaging specifications, maintain existing specs and supplier relationships, and manage tracking and uploading into relevant systems.

Your Impact

As R&D Assoc Analyst your functions would consist of:

• Leverage internal and external resources to develop or update existing ingredient and/or packaging specifications that are clear, concise, and accurate from spec readiness to supplier commercial qualification approval.
• Learn, understand, and uphold Ingredient, Supplier, Third Party, Formula, and/or Beverage/Food Packaging Standards.
• Maintain and foster relationships with in-market R&D spec teams, other spec GBS teams, and external suppliers.
• Interact with and provide support to all disciplines to ensure complete and accurate specification. These stakeholders could include some or all of the following: Product Development (PD), Food Safety (FS), Regulatory Affairs (RA), Quality Assurance (QA), Procurement, Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA).
• Manage Supplier relationships and serve as point of contact to gather information/data needed to build specifications; complete timely follow-ups to keep the process moving to completion.
• Collect supplier questionnaire and manage supplier alignment on spec details.
• For certain Specifications (eg. Foods & Beverages) initiate material testing requests and validate specification quality parameters.
• Maintain and update existing specs to ensure compliance with standards.
• Upload all paperwork (re. Supplier Specs) and materials qualifications into the appropriate system (Product Vision / SAP) and track workflow.
• For Packaging Specifications only: Schedule and conduct Individual Component Specification (ICS) reviews, update documents, and manage supplier approval prior to internal review.
• Ensure all requests are processed, documented, and delivered within defined SLAs (Service Level Agreements).
• Respond and escalate emerging business critical issues to avoid material supply shortages, outages and production delays.
• Identify potential areas for process improvements to make recommendations to R&D GBS Leadership for continuous improvement.

Who are we looking for?

• Ability to interpret technical information, escalate issues and seek alignment towards workable solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to rapidly learn computer applications/programs & navigate systems.
• For Formula and Ingredient Specifications: basic understanding of Food Safety, Microbiology and Regulatory Affairs.
• Collaborative skills and strong interest in working with others across time zones; Ability to build relationships and work closely with both internal and external partners.
• Good communication skills – oral and written (e.g. communication on telephone, external and internal to PepsiCo, managing with other support group functions, etc.).
• Ability to manage time effectively across multiple priorities and projects requiring a high degree of organizational and communication skills to ensure requests are delivered in a timely manner.
• Exceptional data organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-motivated & demonstrated ability to take initiative on projects.
• Fluent in English (HBS).
• Fluent in English and Spanish (if located in MBS).
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience required.
• For Packaging-specific roles: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Packaging-related field or equivalent relevant experience required.

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

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.