Global Proc Assoc Analyst

Overview CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you. Responsibilities The Opportunity The POC Buyer is responsible for executing and supporting tactical sourcing activities within the myBUY (ARIBA) platform, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and driving value through competitive bidding processes. This role acts as a key point of contact for stakeholders across North America, managing purchase requests (PRs), facilitating RFQs, and ensuring efficient, compliant, and timely procurement execution. The POC Buyer plays a critical role in delivering productivity, enhancing user experience, and maintaining operational excellence. Your Impact As *** your functions would consist of … (L04 – L06) Manage end-to-end tactical sourcing activities for PRs above threshold, ensuring compliance with procurement policies (e.g., 3-bid process). Review and validate purchase requests (PRs) for completeness, accuracy, and policy adherence. Execute RFQs and support supplier selection through competitive bidding and analysis. Partner with stakeholders to clarify requirements, improve specifications, and drive better sourcing outcomes. Ensure preferred supplier usage and guide users toward catalog-enabled buying where applicable. Track and report savings and productivity metrics aligned with internal frameworks (e.g., Power Steering). Support resolution of exceptions such as emergency or retrospective PRs, ensuring proper documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Concierge, Supplier Enablement, Governance, Finance) to ensure seamless procurement operations. Monitor SLAs, manage backlog, and ensure timely PR processing. Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, compliance, and user experience. Support change management initiatives and adoption of new tools/processes (e.g., catalog-first approach). Qualifications Who Are We Looking For? Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. Strong understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and compliance frameworks. Experience with procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms). Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate bids and identify savings opportunities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities. Experience in tactical sourcing, RFQs, and supplier negotiations is preferred. Familiarity with North America procurement operations is a plus. Advanced English proficiency (spoken and written), with the ability to communicate effectively with North America stakeholders. 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.