AdminTEST LD&T Assoc Manager
Core
Senior Director responsible for R&D strategy and portfolio management for Global Foods at PepsiCo, ensuring R&D investments align with long-term growth priorities.
Role type
Senior IC R&D Strategy and Portfolio Management Director
Builds
Strategic R&D portfolio and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) for Global Foods sectors
Domain
Food & Beverage Industry / R&D Strategy
Required skills
Strategic portfolio management, Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development, cross-functional partnership, value-based portfolio management, change management, data and insights analysis, financial analysis, stakeholder management, global strategic planning, competitive analysis, matrix organization navigation
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Engineering, 15+ years of experience in food/beverage or consumer goods industry, deep technical R&D knowledge, transformational initiative experience, strong business acumen, global perspective
Technologies
PLM, MyInnovation, Clarity
Responsibilities
Define and manage a portfolio of strategic options aligned with Global Foods priorities; Develop sector Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and ensure adjustments throughout the year; Collaborate with S&PM leadership on investments and tradeoffs for AOP; Integrate local project portfolios with R&D AOP for all project types; Implement value-based portfolio management and enhance portfolio analytics; Support strategic planning and provide strategic insights for categories; Drive organizational change by building integrated strategies; Partner with Finance & HR for budget and resource planning; Conduct competitive analysis and external benchmarking
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC