Commercial Strat/Planning 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.

Our product portfolio, which includes 22 of the world's most iconic brands, such as Sabritas, Gamesa, Quaker, Pepsi, Gatorade and Sonrics, has been a part of Mexican homes for more than 116 years.

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where all people are welcome. Here, you can dare to be you. No matter who you are, where you're from, or who you love, you can always influence the people around you and make a positive impact in the world.

The Opportunity

The Gamesa FMCG Manager is responsible for defining and leading the category strategy for the Gamesa portfolio within the DTS channel, representing the company’s largest business cross. This role drives commercial initiatives, manages seasonality strategies, and ensures strong performance of the core portfolio, delivering both short- and long-term business objectives.

Your Impact

As Commercial Strat/Planning Manager your scope would consist of …

• Lead and execute the category strategy for the Gamesa portfolio in the DTS channel, aligned with overall business and commercial goals.
• Design, implement, and follow up on  commercial initiatives to drive revenue, market share, and profitability.
• Own the  seasonality strategy , ensuring effective planning, execution, and performance tracking across key seasonal moments.
• Manage and optimize the  core portfolio performance , identifying growth opportunities and risks through data-driven insights.Analyze sales, market, and financial performance to provide actionable recommendations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with  Marketing, IBP, Supply Chain, DX, and other commercial teams to ensure flawless execution and alignment.Act as a strategic business partner, combining consumer, customer, and channel insights to influence decision-making.
• Support innovation and renovation initiatives by providing category and channel expertise.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields .
• Strong  commercial experience , preferably within FMCG or similar industries.
• Solid  analytical skills , with the ability to translate data into clear business actions.
• Proven  business acumen and deep understanding of category and channel dynamics.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing without direct authority.
• Strategic mindset with strong execution capabilities.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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.

Internal candidates previously identified are being considered for this position. However, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.