About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $86 billion. The company is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and delivering consumer-pleasing products while reducing environmental impact through initiatives like PepsiCo Positive (pep+). Joining PepsiCo means contributing to a dynamic enterprise that values technology-driven transformation to streamline operations and enhance supply chain efficiency.

Role Overview

The Enterprise Architecture Sr Principal role at PepsiCo in Plano, Texas, is a strategic position within the Global Procurement domain. Reporting to the Global Procurement Domain Architect, this senior-level expert supports the definition of end-to-end Source-to-Pay reference architectures, governs enterprise alignment with standards, and provides architecture coaching to sector teams. With a salary range of $123,500 - $206,750 USD, plus a 15% performance bonus, this full-time role offers the chance to reduce IT costs, minimize complexity, and ensure long-term solution viability across PepsiCo's global operations. Ideal for seasoned architects passionate about procurement technology and business alignment.

Strategic Impact

In this role, you'll influence technology strategies for procurement and supply chain, co-lead solution selections like SAP Ariba, and bridge business needs with scalable architectures. It's a high-visibility position fostering enterprise-wide standardization.

Key Responsibilities

This role demands hands-on leadership in architecture governance and delivery. Core duties include:

• Supporting the Global Procurement Domain Architect in defining north star reference architectures, including capability models, common terminology, definitions, and process flows for Source-to-Pay.
• Contributing to the technology strategy for the procurement domain, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
• Co-leading the evaluation and selection of global and sector-specific solutions and platforms to meet procurement needs.
• Evangelizing global reference architectures and technology standards across PepsiCo to increase awareness and adoption.
• Shaping technology strategies for Supply Chain initiatives, closing fit gaps with standards to minimize custom local solutions.
• Delivering consistent solution architectures—conceptual, logical, and physical—for key transformation programs, ensuring they are fit for purpose, flexible, scalable, and sustainable.
• Guiding and supporting sector Supply Chain architects in defining architectures for sector-specific Procurement projects.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as PepsiCo's Enterprise Architecture Sr Principal, candidates must possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, or a similar field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the software industry.
• 3+ years of hands-on solution architecture experience.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with Source-to-Pay business processes, including spend analytics, source-to-contract, procure-to-pay, and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency with key vendor software like SAP ERP, SAP Ariba, or equivalent Source-to-Pay and supplier management platforms.
• Proven ability to translate business strategies into technology strategies, with strong conceptual selling skills.
• Expertise across Conceptual, Logical, and Physical architecture levels, systems thinking, and understanding of system interrelationships.
• Strong thought leadership, executive storytelling, and the presence of a trusted advisor, capable of producing high-quality deliverables.
• Deep understanding of integration technologies, patterns, data architecture, and patterns.

Preferred Traits

Assertive communicators with a track record in enterprise architecture governance thrive here, especially those experienced in global procurement transformations.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers a premium compensation package for this role:

• Base salary between $123,500 - $206,750 USD, adjusted for location, skills, experience, and education.
• 15% annual performance bonus based on eligibility.
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, health and dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), accident, group legal, and life insurance.
• Paid time off including parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement leave (subject to eligibility).
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to secure your financial future.

These benefits underscore PepsiCo's commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is fueled by internal mobility and leadership development programs. This Sr Principal role positions you for advancement into Domain Architect or higher enterprise architecture leadership. Access mentorship, training in emerging technologies like AI-driven procurement, and cross-functional projects spanning supply chain and IT. PepsiCo's culture emphasizes innovation, with 90% of positions filled internally, offering clear paths to VP-level roles.

Why Join Us

PepsiCo stands at the forefront of digital transformation in the consumer goods industry, investing heavily in enterprise architecture to optimize its $20B+ procurement spend. Work in Plano, Texas—a hub for PepsiCo's North American operations—with collaborative teams and modern facilities. Enjoy a hybrid work model, inclusive culture (EEO employer), and the impact of standardizing global processes that support 300,000+ employees. This is your opportunity to drive cost savings, scalability, and innovation at a Fortune 50 company.

Role FAQs

What is the work location and hybrid policy?

Based in Plano, Texas, with flexible hybrid arrangements typical for senior roles at PepsiCo.

Is prior SAP Ariba experience mandatory?

Yes, practical experience with SAP ERP, SAP Ariba, or similar is required for Source-to-Pay expertise.

What is the interview process like?

Expect recruiter screening, technical interviews with architects, case studies on architecture design, and executive panel discussions.

Are internal candidates prioritized?

Internally slated candidates are considered first, but all qualified external applicants are encouraged to apply.

How does PepsiCo support professional development?

Through tuition reimbursement, certifications in TOGAF or cloud architecture, and leadership academies.