Maintenance Buyer

Overview

We are Pepsi Co Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers. The ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.

We are a global group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito‑Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.

We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products.

At Pepsi Co, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.

Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of Pepsi Co.

Purchasing

• Comply with purchasing policies and audit guidelines
• If items are not covered under national agreement, determine when to negotiate or competitively bid requested items and assign source of supply.
• Ensure that the site is increasing M/WBE spend in accordance with the established Pepsi Co standard
• Ensure that the specifications or statements of work are clearly stated so each supplier understands what is being requested. Utilize purchasing skills to ensure that the terms and conditions are in the best interests of Pepsi Co
• Review all local contracts to ensure that the terms and conditions are in the best interest of Pepsi Co
• Maintain a copy of every local agreement and assist with contract administration when necessary
• Ensure that the appropriate sales and use tax is applied when applicable
• Ensure that pricing is currant in Infor EAM and SAP.
• Ensure that the requested Items are charged to the proper accounts
• Update/Cancel/Change purchase orders as required
• Site trainer for procurement within SAP.
• CMP target goal and project / loss reduction support

Vendor Management

• Manage Supplier Relationship and conduct a form evaluation of OG&S suppliers
• Ensure that the site utilizes national agreements 90% of the time.
• Develop and manage an OG&S team at site level.

SAP

• Manage Parked/Blocked Invoices for resolution and timely payment to vendors
• Generate weekly plant spend report capturing all dollars approved for indirect/capital/direct spending.
• Manage open orders/receipts to ensure delivery performance is acceptable.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $60,600 - $94,450.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, Pepsi Co offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Basic Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ in purchasing in a manufacturing environment
• Possess advanced technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and abilities and a strong awareness of larger team/plant strategies performing activities that require a more comprehensive knowledge of procurement and manufacturing practices.
• Strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution to create a win-win.
• In-depth knowledge and advanced problem-solving skills to adapt broader policies and programs to meet Pepsi Co procurement needs.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach in resolving facility requests and service needs
• Strong computer skills,…