Deputy Manager - Trade Promotion Management

Overview

This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization. This position contributes to the success of the Pepsi Beverages Company by supporting the sales customer team. The TPM Analyst will work with Market team to understand sales growth and profit objectives (Volume, Net Revenue, Profit – both for PepsiCo and the Customer), and building effective relationships with the and maintain planning models in Trade Promotion Management (TPM) sales system. In addition, the role will be completing regular CDA and trade spend reconciliation reviews. Finally, the role will have responsibility for ensuring the forecast is accurate and reflects the latest customer planning.

Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities

Building and maintaining TPM planning modelsEnsuring that aligned events that require on-ticket pricing changes and/or off-ticket adjustments are entered into all applicable systems in a timely manner (TPM)Manage expectations through verbal and written interactions with internal teamsEnsure delivery of accurate and timely data in accordance with agreed service level agreements (SLA)Work across multiple functions to aid in collecting insights for action-oriented cause of change analysisAbility to focus against speed of execution and quality of service delivery rather than achievement of SLAsRecognize opportunities and take action to improve delivery of workImplement continued improvements and simplifications of processes, standardization of reporting and optimal use of technology (Automation)Create an inclusive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

5-6 years of experience in Finance/Sales (for L05)Bachelor’s in commerce/business administration/marketing or Finance, Master’s degree is a plusPrior Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company experience requiredAnalytical Skills: Ability to understand and translate delivery performance, identify opportunity & risks, and adjust develop and implement detailed accurate forecasts for demand/supply teamCommunication: Strong communication skills and collaboration skillsTime Management/Organization: Solid capability to manage and prioritize scheduleSupport Systems Literacy: Computer literacy, Excel, Power Point, Word, ERT, Business Objects & SAP/ERP, willingness and ability to learn/quickly adapt to other internal support PepsiCo software systemsCommunication Skills: Communication across all formats (meetings, presentation, conference, planning session, weekly calls, direct communication with field, etc.)Strong Change Management Skills: Follow Up, Follow Through, Accountability, Sense of Urgency and superior customer serviceAbility to provide new ways of approaching situations and developing new efficient solutionsIndependent & motivated individual; ability to receive direction and convert into an action plan with coaching and feedbackDevelops strong relationships/partnership for overall success of the team & customerRequires a high level of analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills as well as great attention to detail