About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Lay's, Gatorade, and Quaker. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate individuals dedicated to delivering high-quality products while fostering sustainable practices. In Kazakhstan, PepsiCo has a strong presence, driving innovation in the food and beverage sector and supporting local economies through strategic investments and partnerships. As a global powerhouse, PepsiCo offers unparalleled opportunities for professionals to contribute to transformative growth in dynamic markets like Almaty.

Role Overview

The Investment Control Manager role at PepsiCo in Almaty, Kazakhstan, is pivotal in safeguarding investment efficiency across trade channels. This full-time position focuses on optimizing client allocations among partners, distributors, and PO1 channels to ensure precise sales reflection and minimize wasteful investments. Reporting to senior channel leadership, you will leverage analytical prowess to detect discrepancies, audit transactions, and drive corrective actions that enhance profitability and compliance. Ideal for data-savvy professionals with a knack for financial oversight in fast-paced sales environments, this role demands precision, initiative, and collaboration in Kazakhstan's vibrant food and beverage landscape.

Key Responsibilities

In this critical position, your day-to-day impact will include:

• Ensuring accurate distribution of trade channels (Partners, PO1 Distributors) among clients to mirror sales data precisely and curb non-target investments.
• Verifying client adherence to designated channels and scrutinizing the legitimacy of discount group consolidations.
• Designing and refining algorithms for anomaly detection, coupled with in-depth discount size analysis.
• Partnering with sales teams, security services, and channel managers to uncover pricing and product mismatches.
• Executing audits on questionable transactions, consolidating audit outcomes, and coordinating resolutions with channel heads.
• Monitoring implementation timelines, tracking agreement fulfillment, and compiling reports on changes' benefits and ROI.
• Addressing violations in channel assignments and client conditions, while evaluating DSD, 3PD, and 3PL+3PD client bases.

Qualifications & Requirements

To excel as PepsiCo's Investment Control Manager in Almaty, candidates must possess:

• A higher education degree in applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Exceptional analytical skills with proven experience handling sales and financial datasets.
• High financial literacy and proficiency managing voluminous information under multitasking pressures.
• Demonstrated process management, problem-solving, and proactive initiative.
• Strong interfunctional collaboration skills, stress resilience, and confident presentation abilities.
• Advanced PC user level, skilled in data systematization and tool development for quality enhancement.
• Advantageous: Prior work with distributors, branches, and 3PL/3PD systems.

This role suits ambitious analysts ready to influence PepsiCo's operational excellence in Kazakhstan.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its talent with a premium compensation package tailored for high performers in Almaty:

• Estimated competitive salary range of 65,000 to 95,000 KZT monthly, benchmarked against Kazakhstan's food & beverage sector with a 5-10% upside buffer.
• Comprehensive medical insurance, including family coverage and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off, flexible working arrangements, and employee assistance programs.
• Access to state-of-the-art training via PepsiCo University and leadership development tracks.
• Performance-based bonuses, stock options, and retirement savings plans.
• Exclusive perks like product discounts, team-building events, and gym memberships.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is data-driven and merit-based. Starting as Investment Control Manager, high achievers advance to senior analyst roles, channel strategy directors, or regional finance leads. PepsiCo's global mobility program facilitates transfers across Kazakhstan, Central Asia, and beyond. With mentorship from industry veterans and exposure to cutting-edge analytics tools, you'll build a robust career in supply chain optimization and investment control. Past Almaty hires have risen to executive positions within 3-5 years, fueled by PepsiCo's commitment to internal promotions—over 70% of leadership roles filled internally.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo in Almaty means immersing in a culture of innovation, integrity, and impact. As Kazakhstan's food and beverage titan, we prioritize sustainable growth, community engagement, and employee empowerment. Work alongside diverse teams tackling real-world challenges like trade channel efficiency in emerging markets. Benefit from PepsiCo's trillion-dollar ecosystem, cutting-edge tech stack for data analytics, and a supportive environment that celebrates initiative. In Almaty, enjoy a vibrant city life with modern infrastructure, cultural richness, and proximity to stunning nature—all while advancing your career with a Fortune 500 icon.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule for this role?

This is a full-time position, typically Monday to Friday, with flexibility for project deadlines.

Is relocation support available?

PepsiCo offers relocation assistance for qualified internal and external candidates moving to Almaty.

What tools will I use?

Expect advanced Excel, SQL, Python for algorithms, ERP systems, and PepsiCo's proprietary analytics platforms.

How does this role contribute to PepsiCo's goals?

By minimizing investment leaks, you directly boost profitability and support sustainable sales growth in Kazakhstan.

Are there language requirements?

Fluency in Russian and English is essential; Kazakh is a plus for local interactions.

Ready to control investments at PepsiCo? Apply now and shape the future of our Kazakhstan operations.