Innovation Project Manager (m/w/d)

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated approximately 63 billion dollars in net revenue in 2016, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker and Tropicana. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 22 brands that generate more than 1 billion dollars each in estimated annual retail sales. Our teams in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa span 11 time zones and more than 65 countries. For more information visit www.pepsico.com

Your tasks

With the aim of accelerating Germany Snacks, we are looking for Innovation Project Manager (m/w/d) to:

• Support innovation projects and lead product change initiatives, including Product Renovation and Productivity Initiatives, Pack Price & Promotional activities, and Account Exclusive programs.
• Manage cross-functional project teams through the stage-gate process, with a strong focus on "Fewer, Bigger, Better" and adherence to Speed to Market guidelines. Ensure flawless execution and on-time delivery to market, in line with defined timelines and budgets, and aligned with BU ICP and ACP calendars.
• Drive the execution of change projects across the category, including pipeline management and the identification and evaluation of gaps, risks, and trade-offs, while supporting innovation project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Support the management of local Innovation & Commercial Change projects within the DACH markets (Germany, Austria and Switzerland).
• Contribute to the delivery of the DACH Foods Calendar by coordinating key activities and timelines.