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Overview\ PepsiCo Labs, PepsiCos Tech Innovation arm, seeks an Innovation Leader to drive the scouting, piloting, and scaling of emerging technologies in PepsiCos global supply chain. The role will focus on identifying high-impact technology solutions that transform PepsiCo\'s growth and operational performance. Leveraging a systematic approach, this position will support integrating disruptive innovations that advance PepsiCos competitive edge.

Responsibilities\ Lead Pilot Programs:\ - Collaborate with Strategy and Transformation (S&T) and functional leaders to identify business needs and potential technology solutions.\ - Manage the end-to-end scouting and pilot process, including defining needs, evaluation, kickoff events, and securing executive sponsorship.\ - Oversee pilot objectives and KPIs, ensuring integration across cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., IT, Legal, Procurement).\ \ Advance Next-Gen Priorities:\ - Partner with internal and external stakeholders to understand the technology landscape and introduce cutting-edge solutions.\ - Develop a technology roadmap aligned with long-term business capabilities.

Pilot and Partnership Management:\ - Engage with startups to align solutions with PepsiCos needs, providing feedback and shaping roadmaps.\ - Identify additional use cases for selected solutions, supporting cross-functional relevance.

Execute and Enhance the Rapid Pilot Model:\ - Lead each phase of the PepsiCo Labs program: identifying needs, scouting, immersion, piloting, and scale-up transition.\ - Optimize and document best practices to ensure streamlined processes for future pilots.

Startup Selection for POC/Pilot:\ - Collaborate to define strategic innovation areas, evaluate startups, and facilitate executive sponsorship.\ - Maintain CRM records for efficient startup management and streamline selection processes.

Manage Pilot Execution to Deployment:\ - Facilitate project kickoff, establish KPIs, and coordinate necessary legal and operational support.\ - Act as a liaison between startups and PepsiCo, removing barriers and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Build Business Case for Scale-up:\ - Partner with transformation leaders to develop business cases for scaling successful pilots, planning sector-wide and market expansion.

Compensation and Benefits:\ - The expected compensation range for this position is between \$125,000 - \$217,500.\ - 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 12% 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.

Qualifications\ - Experience: 8-12 years in program management, supply chain, or technology innovation, with multi-functional and cross-functional team experience.\ - Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and inspire stakeholders at all levels.\ - Technical Skills: Strong background in managing pilots and scaling emerging technologies within large organizations.\ - Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills to navigate and influence in a matrix environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience\ - Operational Excellence: Demonstrated uccess in managing end-to-end innovation projects with tangible results.\ - Innovation Mindset: Proven track record of integrating new technologies to drive growth.\ - Change Management: Experience in navigating and implementing change within large organizations.

EEO Statement\ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity If you\'d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.