PepsiCo Looking for R&D Analyst at Ciudad de México, México Full Time

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Responsibilities

The Opportunity

This role will assist the Ingredient Specification Management team located in the Mexico Capability Center 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 MCC employees, as well as external resources when required, to develop clear and concise Ingredient specifications, maintain existing specs and supplier relationships, and manage tracking and uploading into relevant systems.

Your Impact

As R&D Analyst your functions would consist of

• Leverage internal and external resources to develop or update existing ingredient specifications that are clear, concise, and accurate from spec readiness to supplier commercial qualification approval
• Learn, understand, and uphold Ingredient, Supplier, Third Party, and Formula Standards
• Maintain and foster relationships with in-market R&D spec teams, other spec MCC teams, and external suppliers
• 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
• Upload all paperwork and materials qualifications into the appropriate system and track workflow

Qualifications

Who Are We Looking For?

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience required.
• Fluent in English
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• 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

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.