Strategy Sr Manager

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From leadership to front lines, we're excited about the future and working together to make the world a better place.Being part of PepsiCo means being part of one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with our iconic brands consumed more than a billion times a day in more than 200 countries.Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of homes for more than 116 years.A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome.

Here, you can dare to be you.

No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.Know more : PepsiCoJobsJoin PepsiCo, dare for better.ResponsibilitiesThe OpportunityRole is based in Mexico CityPepsiCo Mexico Foods (PMF) Strategy function plays a critical role in developing the long-term vision and strategy for the business.

We are tasked with ensuring the company sets the right priorities to stay ahead of the competition and maintain market leadership.

This entails developing actionable solutions for some of the most challenging issues facing the company while also ensuring a seamless planning process is carried out year over year.The role's main objective is to be the right-hand person of the Strategy Sr.

Director on strategy projects including : PMF's business strategy setting (Strategic Deep Dives), growth and efficiency projects, regulations impact and mitigation mapping and M&A agenda in Mexico.

This role will provide value to the team by ideating and assessing complex qualitative and quantitative analysis, defining second-order implications, and achieving alignment with PMF's Executive Committee through clear and concise storytelling via leadership-ready PowerPoint presentations, memos and business cases derived from robust analyses in Excel, PowerBI, etc.Your ImpactAs Strategy Sr.

Manager your scope would consist of : This role will be capable of driving and managing multi-functional teams in critical strategic projects alongside the Strategy Sr.

Director, including (but not limited to) the following topics : Developing, aligning and communicating PMF's long-term strategy (3-5 years)Orchestrating business turnaround recommendations and action plansAnalyzing opportunities for value chain and operations' transformationsConducting M&A analysis and due diligence while also driving multifunctional teams to understand full implications for PMFDriving cost optimization recommendations across the business and ensuring mobilization across functional teamsCo-refining the Strategy function's operating modelFully understanding regulations & geopolitical landscape impacts for the business, ensuring mitigation plans are in place and with clear ownersOthers (collaborations with NGOs, external consultants, etc.)Provide thought leadership to business partners, including the PMF's & Latam's Executive Committee, and other operating leaders on a broad range of business-critical topicsDemonstrate strong leadership and significant influence management skills with the ability to gain credibility with Sr Leadership while challenging the status quo through comprehensive quantitative and qualitative analysisLead the planning and execution of the Strategic Deep Dive (SDD) process in strong coordination with PMF's Executive Committee, PMF's strategy director and Latam's strategy teamSolve business problems through the answer-first methodology, by creating a hypothesis-based framework with defined drill-down analysis – executing actions, providing consultationManage multi-functional teams and drive strategic projects for PMF, ensuring timelines are met and key stakeholders involvedProactively propose logical business solutions to strategic problems faced by PMF, backed-up by sound analysis and factsCollaborate w / LATAM Strategy & other functions to carry out competitive analysis & risk identification of key competitors in MX & LATAMFacilitate C-suite decision making through PowerPoint presentations and Word memos – providing consultationDrive collaborative projects with other functional areas always with a value-first approachSupport the Strategy Sr.

Director in defining the portfolio strategy and M&A initiatives – providing consultation, and executing actionsSupport the Strategy Sr.

Director in revamping the Strategy role in PMF, formalizing an operating model to deliver a healthy project pipeline year over yearCoach more junior team members always looking to develop the best talent in PepsiCoQualificationsWho Are We Looking For?

Experience8+ years of experienceGraduated from a Mexican top-tier university in a STEM degree (MBA preferred)Experience in top tier consulting companies (CPG experience desirable)Strategic mindset, highly structured and analytical thinker with sound business judgmentStrong analytical skills, navigating ambiguity through structured, hypothesis-driven problem solvingTeam management experience, driving solid work plans in partnership with multiple business areasExcellent skills to structure, process & analyze data and translate findings into meaningful insights, integrating relevant business knowledge & learnings from other projects / sourcesSelf-starter mindset with the ability to "manage up"Can do attitude : the ability to enthusiastically and aggressively take ownership of a project, prioritize effectively, and ultimately drive the project through completion.Global outlook with sensitivity and awareness of social and cultural differencesSpanish and English proficiencyThinks strategically and can codify the long-term profitable growth plan for the organizationNetworks effectively and builds trustworthy relationships with key stakeholders across strategic projectsOperates efficiently and effectively in a matrixed environment and demonstrates effective collaboration across multiple layersShows a strong ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teamsIs able to communicate very complex problems and solutions simply and effectively through sound storytellingHas financial / market analysis expertise with and eye for value80 / 20 focus on solutions / problems that move the needle for the business in PMFIf this opportunity 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.

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