Our vision is to be the global leader in convenient foods and beverages by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+), a strategic end-to-end transformation, with sustainability at the center of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for the planet and people. This reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and accelerate our top line growth, whilst keeping our commitment to do good for the planet and our communities.

Global Sustainability Agriculture at PepsiCo:

PepsiCo's Sustainable Agriculture team is dedicated to creating a resilient and sustainable agricultural system that is vital for the company's business continuity, environmental stewardship, and food systems change. We support PepsiCo & our partners in delivering our Positive Agriculture agenda which focuses on regenerative farming practices, sustainable sourcing, and improving livelihoods, aiming to spread these practices across 7 million acres of farmland. The team works globally, collaborating with farmers and partners to address climate change impacts and support economic prosperity, farm security, and women's economic empowerment.

Locations: Purchase, NY; Chicago, IL; Plano, TX; Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

The Sustainable Agriculture Partnerships Associate Manager role is responsible for:

Managing and nurturing strategic partnerships with external stakeholders in the sustainable agriculture space.

Facilitating internal and external learning programs on activating and managing partnerships for effective project management and optimal outcomes.

Developing and implement upskilling initiatives for our external partners to enhance their capabilities in sustainable agriculture practices, nature, and livelihoods.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align partnership activities with PepsiCo's broader sustainability goals.

Collecting data from project owners/partners and report on the progress and impact of partnership initiatives at a global level.

Maintaining database of active and reviewed partners/initiatives, developing streamlined due diligence and onboarding processes for new partners.

Drafting and maintaining project and partnership governance documents.

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected compensation range for this position is between $85,200 - $142,650.

Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.

Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out annually.

Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.

In addition to salary, PepsiCo 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.

Qualifications

3+ years experience in corporate sustainability functions, agriculture and/or partnerships.

Strong relationship and program management skills required.

Competent strategy development and program evaluation.

2+ years experience working directly on Food Systems globally strongly desired.

Knowledge of regenerative agriculture, agricultural supply chains, and livelihoods a plus.

Knowledge of development finance and grant writing a plus.

Bachelor's degree required.

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