Sales District Leader Designate - Path Forward Returnship

Overview

The Path Forward Return to Work program at PepsiCo is a 16-week paid returnship for experienced professionals returning to the workforce. The program is open to individuals who have at least 5 years of professional experience and have been out of the paid workforce for at least 2 years. If you meet these criteria, you are welcome to apply.

At PepsiCo we are excited to be part of the Path Forward program because we appreciate the skills you can offer, the perspective you can provide and the contributions you will make. The program offers you a chance to revamp your skills, update your resume with new experience and make connections with others transitioning back to the workforce. It also offers support through Path Forward, a non-profit organization on a mission to empower people who've been focused on caregiving transition back to he paid workforce.

Location: Columbia, MD

What does the returnship program include:

Receive comprehensive onboarding to PepsiCo and your position. Support from PepsiCo professional and leadership team. Hands on and structured learning. Chance to contribute to the development of our business by realizing various task and projects assigned mentorship

We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals.

That's why we Perform with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we're committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, 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 opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) is PepsiCo's beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States and Canada. This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization.

Responsibilities

The Sales District Leader (SDL) is responsible for leading a team of sales representatives to drive superior marketplace execution and customer service. The SDL will also have the opportunity to cultivate relationships and manage multiple priorities to make a positive business impact.

• Manage, motivate and develop a team of frontline employees in order to increase daily productivity and improve business performance

• Conduct 'work- withs/ route rides' with frontline employees to develop their selling and customer service skills

• Work proactively with customers to understand business needs and develop strong relationships

• Maintain process improvement to further enhance productivity of PepsiCo's selling and delivery model

• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure orders are submitted, delivered and merchandised according to plan

• Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance

• Set productivity and service targets and ensure proper resource allocation between accounts

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years managing frontline employees or demonstrated leadership capabilities

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience

• Team Spirit! We are looking for someone to inspire others

• Consumer packaged goods experience in a direct store delivery environment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/ or weekends

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)

• Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically

• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

• Must have a valid driver's license

• Safe driving record strongly preferred

• Covid-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment dependent on role and location. For specific information, please discuss role requirements with the recruiter

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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