LD&T Sr Manager

Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are game changers, innovators, collaborators, history makers focused on sustainability and creating global brands. We are groundbreakers in the Supply Chain & Logistics space.

We spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities, and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our perspective into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety... all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthening the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world's largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo

Responsibilities

The LD& T senior manager provides field support for our front-line managers within the DSD transport department. Supports safety and regulatory compliance across the transport function while also providing private fleet management expertise. Responsibility for developing plans required to deliver financial and service goals within Transportation/Logistics function. Coordination and execution of over $45 million in spend across multiple locations .

• Provides field level support to ensure compliance with safety processes and programs
• Provides field level support to assist field managers with regulatory compliance
• Works with Transport Directors to develop Future Fleet initiatives and KPI's
• Ensure carrier execution against transportation requirements, meeting requirements of internal and external customers. Support of the bi-annual procurement event and ensure bid readiness.
• Ensure compliance metrics for private fleet is maintained and the company fleet is cost efficient and able to provide world class dependability and service.
• Initiative leadership and alignment with Planning and Warehouse to positively assist in capacity management and support of Payload initiative.
• Transportation support of product innovation and timely execution of network transitions/sourcing changes without interruption to the supply chain
• Management and execution of carrier surge planning; minimize billing/payment disruption to carrier base by supporting freight payment guidelines on surge, spot and RG planned activity
• Period financial reviews: Delivery of actionable items and deviations from AOP, work in conjunction with finance team for financial cause-of-change and forecast alignments
• Power of One Synergies: Active participation in Regional and National Better Together Meetings; drive synergy opportunity, leveraging private and dedicated fleet(s) and engaging regional leads in new opportunity and solid understanding of the network, empty mile opportunity, co-load, and define and resolve network challenges
• Manage and define transportation solutions for complex/JIT shipments.

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $118,700 - $198,800.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Logistics, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
• Ability to influence cross functionally
• 4-7 years of previous work experience in transportation
• Demonstrated leadership experience (i.e. initiative, planning, organizing, judgment, and emotional intelligence)
• Ability to lead complex projects while supporting day to day operations
• Intermediate competency with Microsoft office suite (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Flexibility to work an extended schedule with on-call responsibility
• Must have a team / collaboration-based approach to decision making
• Must have a "Can Do" attitude with a willingness to assist others in completing activities as needed
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must have strong oral/written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to formulate effective action plans to deal with issues proactively
• Must have ability to manage multiple accountabilities simultaneously and prioritize workload
• Exceptional team player who operates with a high level of professionalism