Beverage Technical Director

1 month ago


Chatswood, Australia PepsiCo Full time
Beverage Technical Director - Strategic Innovation

We are seeking a Beverage Technical Director to lead our strategic innovation efforts in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea.

Job Summary

This role involves driving technology and systems to enhance brand performance while leveraging global best practices. The ideal candidate will have experience in R&D, technical manufacturing, or quality positions in the beverage manufacturing industry.

About Us

PepsiCo is a progressive and people-focused business with a diverse workforce that values work-life balance, health, and wellness. We offer an agile working environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities
  • Manage all technical aspects of the Beverage Innovation agenda, supporting new product development and launches.
  • Establish quality standards for new products and create qualification protocols.
  • Collaborate with Operations for local implementation and engage Bottlers in product rollout.
  • Ensure compliance with Pepsi International quality and manufacturing standards.
  • Strengthen Bottler expertise through best practices and advise on deviations from standards.
  • Work with ANZ R&D on Regulatory and Scientific Affairs and the Health & Wellness agenda.
  • Coordinate with the APAC Beverage Packaging team on packaging technicalities.
  • Oversee crisis management, including product recalls and contamination responses.
Requirements
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in R&D, Technical Manufacturing, or Quality positions in the beverage manufacturing industry.
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related discipline.
  • Excellent technical and analytical capabilities.
  • Proficient in numerical analysis, computer usage, and a proactive self-starter.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and project management abilities.
  • Positive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Solid understanding of business principles.
Benefits
  • A competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum.
  • Generous leave options (e.g., wellness, birthday, volunteer, purchase additional leave/cash out leave).
  • Access to learning programs for professional development.
About Our Location

We are based in Australia and New Zealand, offering a unique opportunity to work with a global company and contribute to the success of our region.



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