Raw Materials Planning Jr. Manager

CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

The Opportunity

Join our Supply Chain team as a Raw Materials Planning Jr Manager and play a key role in ensuring we always have the right materials, in the right place, at the right time.

In this role, you will lead planning efforts across raw materials and finished products for the SoCo region in LATAM. You’ll work closely with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and suppliers to balance supply, demand, and inventory while keeping operations efficient and customer-focused.

If you enjoy solving complex challenges, working cross-functionally, and making a real impact on how products reach consumers, this role is for you.

Your Impact 

• Lead the materials planning team and ensure smooth execution of short-term supply plans.
• Make sure raw materials and finished goods are available on time to support production and customer demand.
• Optimize inventory levels across the network while balancing cost and service levels.
• Collaborate closely with procurement teams to define sourcing strategies and find supply solutions.
• Partner with suppliers to ensure reliable delivery plans and strong performance.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, warehouses, and logistics teams to align supply and distribution plans.
• Monitor daily and weekly supply plans, adjusting when needed to respond to changes or risks.
• Align demand forecasts with supply and inventory strategies, especially during peak seasons.
• Drive improvements in supplier performance, inventory health, and waste reductionUse planning systems and data to build efficient and reliable distribution plans.
• Track key performance indicators related to service, inventory, and executionLead cross-functional collaboration to ensure high service levels an d operational efficiency.

Who Are We Looking For? 

• Advanced English (written and spoken)
• 4–5 years of experience in Supply Chain , ideally in planning or materials management
• Knowledge of raw materials planning , supply flows, and inventory management across manufacturing or distribution environments
• Experience with planning systems (e.g., SAP) or similar supply chain tools (desired)
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, scenario handling)(desired)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to  influence stakeholders across multiple teams
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment , balancing multiple prioritiesResults-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

What can you expect from us:

• Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs. 

• Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning. 

• Development programs according to Leadership skills. 

• Specialized training according to the role. 

• Learning experiences with internal and external providers. 

• We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others. 

• Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life. 

• A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.

• And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.