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 Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $86 billion. In Egypt, PepsiCo has a strong presence through its manufacturing sites and distribution networks, playing a vital role in the local economy while delivering high-quality products to consumers across the EMEA region. As a Production Planning Associate Analyst in New Cairo, you'll contribute to PepsiCo's mission of creating smiles with every sip and bite, ensuring seamless supply chain operations that keep products flowing to markets efficiently.

Role Overview

The Production Planning Associate Analyst role at PepsiCo in New Cairo, Egypt, is a pivotal position within the EMEA supply chain team. You will manage the end-to-end finished goods supply plan for assigned manufacturing sites, translating capacity inputs into actionable daily production plans. This role ensures product availability, stable service levels, and smooth production execution amid dynamic market demands. Ideal for analytical minds who thrive on data-driven decisions, cross-functional collaboration, and solving real-time planning challenges, this position offers a gateway to broader supply chain expertise in a global powerhouse like PepsiCo.

Why Production Planning at PepsiCo?

In this full-time role, you'll balance capacity, materials, and inventory to deliver exceptional service for all SKUs. Whether reviewing line-scheduling plans or anticipating inventory risks, your work directly impacts PepsiCo's ability to serve diverse markets from Egypt to Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Key Responsibilities

As a Production Planning Associate Analyst, your day-to-day will involve hands-on planning and collaboration. Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining weekly and daily production plans within the 0–16-week horizon, balancing capacity, materials, and inventory targets.
• Reviewing detailed line-scheduling plans to ensure they are executable and aligned with service goals.
• Monitoring inventory levels, anticipating risks such as shortages, overstocks, or waste, and tracking key service metrics to identify worst performers.
• Supporting root cause analysis and defining simple, actionable recovery plans to maintain performance.
• Collaborating closely with production, logistics, procurement, and quality teams to resolve constraints across EMEA.
• Serving as a key planning liaison between local markets and regional teams, communicating supply-plan updates clearly.
• Supporting new product launches, transitions, phase-in/phase-out processes, and ensuring planning systems and master data readiness.

Daily Impact

Your proactive communication and adaptability will keep teams aligned during exceptions, ensuring PepsiCo's manufacturing sites operate at peak efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, PepsiCo seeks candidates with a strong foundation in planning fundamentals. Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Planning, Materials Planning, or similar roles.
• Fluent English proficiency; must be a collaborative, open communicator comfortable with cross-cultural teams.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or IBP.
• Understanding of MRP, capacity planning, and inventory management principles.
• Strong organizational skills to adapt to changes and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Traits

PepsiCo values candidates who enjoy connecting data points, solving planning puzzles, and fostering teamwork across borders.

Benefits & Perks

Joining PepsiCo as a Production Planning Associate Analyst comes with competitive benefits tailored to support your professional and personal growth:

• Estimated salary range of $12,000 - $22,000 USD annually, based on Food & Beverage sector rates in Egypt with a 5-10% buffer.
• Comprehensive health insurance and employee wellness programs.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and flexible work options where applicable.
• Access to PepsiCo's global learning platforms and training opportunities.
• Employee discounts on PepsiCo products and partnerships.
• Modern office in New Cairo with collaborative workspaces.

Career Growth

This role is a launchpad for ambitious professionals. You'll gain exposure to EMEA operations, learn from seasoned planners, and build expertise in advanced planning tools. High performers advance to senior analyst, network planning, or demand forecasting roles. PepsiCo's commitment to internal mobility means opportunities across manufacturing, supply chain, and beyond, with clear paths to leadership in Egypt and regionally.

Development Support

Mentorship programs, certifications in SAP/IBP, and cross-functional projects accelerate your trajectory in PepsiCo's dynamic supply chain.

Why Join Us

At PepsiCo, you're not just planning production—you're powering a global brand that touches billions of lives. Work in a diverse, inclusive environment in New Cairo, contribute to EMEA-wide success, and grow with a company invested in your potential. This role offers stability, challenge, and the satisfaction of seeing your plans translate to shelves stocked with PepsiCo favorites worldwide.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule for this position?

This is a full-time role, typically following standard business hours with flexibility for planning deadlines.

Is relocation support provided?

PepsiCo offers competitive packages; relocation details discussed during interviews for eligible candidates.

What ERP systems will I use?

Primarily SAP, Oracle, or IBP, with training provided based on your background.

Can fresh graduates apply?

The role requires 2-3 years of experience; entry-level opportunities available elsewhere at PepsiCo.

How does this role impact EMEA markets?

Your plans ensure product availability and service stability across Europe, Middle East, and Africa.