ANZ Productivity Lead

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.

To continue this success we are looking for an ANZ Productivity Lead to help the delivery of the overall productivity goals through engaging teams and inspiring Operational Excellence. Coach and mentor project leaders while also leading broad cross functional project teams from ideation through to completion. Based in Australia and embedded with the all sites across Australia and New Zealand. This role reports to the ANZ Productivity Manager.

Responsibilities

• Drive ANZ Supply Chain productivity initiatives by identifying and prioritizing improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Productivity and Supply Chain leadership to deliver Lean Six Sigma, E2E Waste and Productivity agenda and goals.
• Analyse operational performance data to identify improvement opportunities and support decision-making.
• Manage project governance, tracking, reporting, and productivity performance reviews through PowerSteering, enterprise business intelligence tools, Microsoft Office tools, and other applicable tools.
• Support enabling the ANZ SC Digital agenda by translating priority digital solutions into embedded ways of working that strengthen productivity, performance visibility and decision making across sites.

Qualifications

About you:

• Minimum 5 yrs of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to deliver business goals through continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect operational initiatives to commercial and financial outcomes.
• Strong analytical and and problem-solving skills, with experience turning data into actionable insights.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders from frontline teams to senior leaders.
• Experience leading change, implementing new processes, and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain/FMCG operations, Lean Six Sigma principles, and data reporting tools such as Excel and Power BI.

For you:

• Competitive benefits package:
  • Attractive bonus
  • Discounts on Scoopon, Luxury Escapes, Asahi Beverages portfolio
  • Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, 20 weeks parental for both primary & secondary carer, additional leave purchase/cash out)
  • Lease Plan
• Health & Wellness programs:
  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Financial coaching
  • Counselling sessions
  • Flu vaccinations
  • Skin checks
• Professional development programs
• Global career opportunities

About us:

Join us and work with iconic brands like Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi Max, Smith’s Chips, Red Rock Deli, Twisties, Quaker Oats, and Bluebird NZ.

• Recognised as a Top Employer in Australia and New Zealand for the past 4 years

• Family Friendly Certification (AU)

• Australian Disability Network Member

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

PepsiCo’s hiring process: 

1. Submit your application 

1. Interview(s) and skills evaluation

1. Online Assessment process

1. Background checks

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