Deputy Director - Logistics and Transportation
Core
Lead procurement strategy, contract management, and supplier relationships for the Transportation and Logistics (MOVE) category across PepsiCo India Food Operations, managing an $80MM spend portfolio.
Role type
Senior Category Manager / Procurement Lead (Transportation & Logistics)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, supplier contracts, fleet electrification strategies, and productivity improvements for the MOVE category.
Domain
FMCG / Food & Beverage / Supply Chain / Logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, fleet electrification strategy, P&L productivity management, category management, SAP, E-procurement, risk analysis, SLA management
Preferred skills
CIPS certification, Engineering background, multinational experience, multilingual capabilities, experience in India regional procurement
Technologies
SAP, E-procurement tools
Responsibilities
Define and execute category strategies for Transportation and Logistics spend; manage supplier relationships and contract negotiations; drive fleet electrification and sustainability initiatives; monitor and report on sourcing productivity and savings targets; collaborate with Supply Planning and Logistics teams to optimize inventory and cash flow.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities