PEP Studios Portfolio Lead

Overview
Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world's most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.
At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we'll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what's next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.
The PEP Studio Portfolio Lead is responsible for the end-to-end process and execution of the growth acceleration plan against the Seasonal, Cultural & Gifting pillar, owning the process from product concept ideation to launch. .

For you:

• Competitive benefits package:
• 12% annual bonus
• 20k car allowance p.a.
• Discounts on Scoopon, Luxury Escapes, Asahi Beverages portfolio
• Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, 20 weeks parental for both primary & secondary carer, additional leave purchase/cash out)
• Lease Plan
• Health & Wellness programs:
• Discounted private health insurance
• Financial coaching
• Counselling sessions
• Flu vaccinations
• Skin checks
• Professional development programs
• Global career opportunities

Job Overview:
This role is accountable for the development and flawless execution of Pep Studio portfolio projects including concept ideation, product development and in market launch.

Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing human centric innovation able to deliver against category opportunities identified in SDD (for example: seasonal, gifting, protein, multicultural/international aisle etc)
• Responsible for the ideation of innovation from concept to launch. This could include: product ideas, consumer research validation, packaging development, shopper materials development
• Responsible for the commercialisation of innovation from concept to launch- ensuring flawless execution through Project Management excellence
• Leadership of cross functional project teams to deliver complex projects to agreed 1st shipment / in market dates
• Responsible for presenting key project updates at Pep Studio board forums
• Responsible for assessing & communicating the feasibility of innovation projects
• Responsible for communicating milestones & timelines to project teams & key stakeholders to enable on time, on budget project delivery.
• Collaborating with Commercial teams and Category Pep Studio Manager to enable successful project execution
• Responsible for communicating risks & issues & implementing appropriate mitigation & contingency plans
• Ensure quality inputs to Pep Studio accelerated Gate Documents
• Deliver Pep Studio KPI's with a focus on of 3Yr Innovation NR, Stickability and Incrementality.
• Support Pep Studio lead to build new process/frameworks for Pep Studio projects
• Leading overall Artwork Readiness with suppliers and internal stakeholders (New Work forum)

Qualifications
About you:

• Successful candidate must be able to project manage multiple projects, working within a fast paced and complex environment.
• Successful candidate must have experience managing direct reports and teams.
• Strong understanding of different functions within FMCG: Marketing, Sales, Category, R&D and Supply Chain.
• Candidate will need to be comfortable dealing with ambiguity, managing significant amounts of change as well as dealing with time pressure
• High level of business acumen is required- commercially savvy- able to connect the dots across project work streams and an understanding of key P&L drivers
• Strong communication & presentation skills with the ability to collaborate & influence peer groups & senior stakeholders
• Ability to deliver project feasibility assessments
• Leadership skills including taking others with you/setting the agenda to ensure project teams are clear on expectations & deliverables
• Problem solving project issues & recommending course correction actions to enable on time project delivery
• Candidate must be a self-starter, with the ability to work independently and a high drive for results.
• Bachelor Degree or equivalent with 7 years+ experience
• Direct project management experience is preferred especially innovation
• Marketing and/or Category Innovation experience preferred

About us:
We are a progressive and people-focused business and believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success. Because we value our employees and their families, we offer an agile and flexible working environment with an emphasis on work life balance and health, as well as plenty of learning opportunities and room to grow your career. We offer you:

• An opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company and a Top Employer of Choice
• A competitive benefits package
• Personal and Professional Growth Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs