About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, with iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, and Sonrics consumed over a billion times daily in more than 200 countries. In Mexico, these brands have been staples in homes for over 116 years. PepsiCo fosters a culture of inclusion where curious thinkers, change agents, and diverse individuals thrive. From leadership to front-line roles, PepsiCo empowers employees to dare for better and make a positive global impact. Join a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the food and beverage sector.

Role Overview

The Procurement Regional Category Management Associate Manager role at PepsiCo in Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, focuses on executing and optimizing indirect procurement activities within the PR2PO framework across North America. This position drives tactical buying, negotiations, supplier enablement, cost savings, automation, and process improvements using tools like SAP Ariba and myBUY. As a key stakeholder partner, you'll enhance user adoption, ensure data quality, and support governance to deliver operational excellence in indirect goods and services.

Key Impact Areas

Your work will accelerate PO processing, reduce cycle times, and foster continuous improvement, contributing to PepsiCo's procurement ecosystem efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic role, you'll lead local negotiations for indirect categories, securing competitive pricing and service levels while aligning with category strategies, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, and sourcing best practices. Develop and maintain rate cards and catalogs to boost catalog adoption and streamline PR-to-PO cycles. Serve as the primary contact for suppliers and end-users via myBUY, resolving inquiries with end-to-end PO visibility and customer-centric efficiency.

Drive Opex and Capex savings through demand optimization, negotiations, and automation initiatives that minimize manual processes. Participate in SAP Ariba enhancements, myBUY roadmap projects, and continuous improvement efforts by identifying gaps and proposing solutions. Ensure data accuracy in savings validation, operational reports, Power BI dashboards, KPIs, and audit-ready documentation. Engage internal users, regional leaders, and category teams through governance forums, weekly calls, and action tracking, while upholding procurement policies, competitive bidding, and golden rules.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks candidates with a strong foundation in indirect procurement, category management, and sourcing fundamentals, including TCO and risk management. Hands-on experience with SAP Ariba / myBUY is essential, alongside advanced proficiency in MS Office tools like Excel and PowerPoint, plus exposure to Power BI. Demonstrate solid analytical skills to turn data into actionable insights.

Ideal candidates are trusted business partners with exceptional relationship-building, influencing, and assertive communication abilities. Be a proactive problem-solver resilient in fast-paced settings, comfortable leading trainings, guiding users, and driving change adoption. A results-oriented mindset with a service delivery focus is key. Advanced English is required; French is desired. PepsiCo encourages applications even if you don't meet 100% of requirements—bring your potential and grow with us.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers comprehensive benefits to support your professional and personal success. Enjoy daily learning opportunities through wide-ranging programs, internal digital self-learning platforms, leadership development, and specialized role training with internal and external providers. Celebrate achievements with recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, and life milestones.

Financial wellness programs help you achieve goals across life stages. A flexibility program balances work and personal life, promoting well-being in a welcoming culture where you can be yourself.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, career progression is a priority. This Associate Manager role provides exposure to regional procurement strategies, cross-functional collaboration, and advanced tools like SAP Ariba. Build expertise in category management, stakeholder engagement, and automation, positioning you for senior procurement leadership. Access mentorship, skill-building platforms, and global mobility opportunities within PepsiCo's vast network.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo's procurement team in Mexico City to work with world-class brands, drive tangible savings, and innovate procurement processes. Be part of a collaborative environment that values diversity, resilience, and bold ideas. Influence North American operations, strengthen supplier partnerships, and contribute to a sustainable future. With competitive estimated salary of 65,000-95,000 MXN monthly, plus perks, this is your chance to elevate your career in the food and beverage industry.

Role FAQs

Q: What is the primary focus of this role? A: Optimizing indirect procurement through tactical buying, negotiations, automation, and stakeholder support within PepsiCo's PR2PO framework.

Q: Is SAP Ariba experience mandatory? A: Yes, hands-on experience with SAP Ariba / myBUY is required.

Q: What languages are needed? A: Advanced English is essential; French is a plus.

Q: Can I apply if I don't meet all qualifications? A: Absolutely—PepsiCo encourages applications from strong candidates ready to grow.

Q: What is the work location? A: Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, Mexico, full-time onsite or hybrid as per flexibility program.

Q: How does PepsiCo support career development? A: Through learning platforms, training, recognition, and internal mobility programs.