About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an extensive portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Lay's, Gatorade, and Quaker. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $86 billion. In India, PepsiCo has a strong presence with manufacturing facilities, innovation centers, and a commitment to sustainable growth. The company focuses on delivering consumer-pleasing products while advancing its pep+ sustainability agenda, which emphasizes positive value chains, packaging, and agriculture. Joining PepsiCo means contributing to a dynamic organization that values innovation, diversity, and commercial excellence.

Role Overview

The Deputy Director - Category Management role in Hyderabad, Telangana, is pivotal in transforming PepsiCo's capability development processes across international markets. This position partners with the International CCO Leadership Team, Commercial Growth Enablement, S&T, and GCC teams to bring clarity, consistency, and discipline to planning, prioritization, and execution. By digitizing end-to-end workflows—from Titans assessments to PSP/AOP plans and High Impact Programs—this role ensures markets have the tools, insights, and routines needed for superior commercial outcomes. Ideal for seasoned professionals with 12+ years in commercial transformations, this full-time opportunity offers a chance to influence global strategies from PepsiCo's Hyderabad hub.

Key Responsibilities

In this leadership role, you will drive operational excellence through targeted initiatives:

• Partner with Int CCO and Commercial Growth Enablement to streamline and digitize the capability transformation cycle, from assessments to execution.
• Enhance tools like Power Apps, Monday.com, and Power BI, ensuring they enable faster decisions, clear visibility, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to translate business needs into practical system improvements and workflows.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal partners for seamless configurations, automations, and integrations (e.g., ADO/ServiceNow).
• Act as the definitive source of truth on capability maturity, roadmaps, and whitespaces between CCO and S&T.
• Guide system transitions with minimal disruption and equip teams via onboarding, training, and change support.
• Support translation of Titans outputs into PSP/AOP plans and SLAs, while owning cross-team coordination.
• Partner with analytics teams to build Power BI dashboards and executive presentations delivering actionable insights.

Financial and Relationship Oversight

Provide proactive budget monitoring and build strong cross-functional relationships to influence alignment across seniority levels.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, candidates must demonstrate:

• 12+ years of commercial experience in digital transformation (DX), go-to-market (GTM), and broad commercial functions.
• Proven track record in transformational implementations and managing multi-project complexities.
• Expert communication skills, including facilitation of in-person and virtual meetings.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint) and Monday.com.
• Solid project management experience in large-scale global organizations.
• Results-oriented mindset with skills in conflict resolution, prioritization, and change management.
• Ability to thrive in matrixed environments, handle ambiguity, and work autonomously.
• Fluent English proficiency.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent:

• Estimated salary range of INR 65L - 95L per annum, based on Food & Beverage sector benchmarks with a 5-10% buffer.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including family coverage and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Access to learning platforms, leadership development programs, and global mobility opportunities.
• Employee discounts on PepsiCo products, stock options, and retirement savings plans.
• State-of-the-art facilities in Hyderabad with modern amenities and collaborative spaces.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is a priority. This Deputy Director role positions you for advancement into senior commercial leadership, such as Director or VP levels within International CCO or S&T. With exposure to global teams, cutting-edge tools, and high-impact projects, you'll build a robust network and skillset. PepsiCo's commitment to internal mobility has seen many professionals rise through matrixed structures, supported by mentorship, certifications in tools like Power BI, and executive sponsorship.

Why Join Us

PepsiCo stands out in the Food & Beverage industry for its scale, innovation, and impact. In Hyderabad's growing GCC ecosystem, this role offers strategic influence on international markets while enjoying India's vibrant tech hub. Work on transformative projects that digitize commercial processes, collaborate with diverse global teams, and contribute to sustainable growth. PepsiCo's culture fosters inclusion, innovation, and results, making it the ideal place for ambitious leaders seeking premium opportunities.

Role FAQs

What is the experience level required?

12+ years in commercial roles, with expertise in transformations and project management.

Is relocation support provided?

PepsiCo offers relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

What tools will I work with?

Primarily Power Apps, Monday.com, Power BI, MS Project, and integrations like ServiceNow.

Is this a hybrid role?

Yes, flexible hybrid model from Hyderabad office.

How does this role impact PepsiCo's business?

It drives commercial efficiency, better planning, and data-driven decisions across markets.

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