Responsibilities
The Opportunity
The main purpose for RFX & Contracting Travel role will be:
- The Strategic Sourcing Sr. Analyst, will play an important role in managing the sourcing activities focusing on Request for Proposal (RFP), and contract management for the Travel category. This position requires an experienced professional with strong analytical and procurement mindset, who understands procurement fundamentals and methodology. This role will collaborate cross-functionally with different teams ensuring activities are performed with a full understanding of PepsiCo Travel policies.
- This individual should also have the ability to run events in Ariba, and effectively gather, analyze, and communicate data by using data analytic tools such as Excel (advanced), PowerBI, PowerApps, Access, etc.
- This candidate will continuously evaluate performance efficiency opportunities, to improve processes and reduce administrative burden and waste.
- Work with our key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure needs of travelers are met and competitive terms are in place with Suppliers.
Your Impact
As Global Procurement Sr. Analyst your responsibilities would consist of:
Responsibilities:
• RFX Management (Request For Information, Request For Proposal, Auctions, etc.)
• Lead the execution of sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies for Travel.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, translating data insights into findings for the category.
• Conduct cost breakdown analysis to understand percentage of compressible vs. non-compressible spend, understand the cost buildup and major cost drivers by performing cost-based price modeling per subcategory.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing activities with Procurement stakeholders.
• Manage the end-to-end RFP process, including the creation of Event´s documents, set up event in Ariba E-sourcing platform, supplier communication, and proposal evaluation.
• Analyze supplier responses and make recommendations, including cost, quality, service levels, innovation, etc.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure RFP processes align with business needs.• Supplier´s management a. Establish communication with suppliers as part of the procurement process for RFX & contracting (emails, calls)b. Onboard suppliers on related documentation and systems in Ariba for RFX execution.c. Follow -up on suppliers as needed.
• Contract Managementa. Oversee the contract lifecycle, from drafting and tracking to execution (new contracts and renewals).b. Understand PepsiCo Policies to be able to comply with legal and additional requirements in all contracts.c. Collaborate with legal teams to review, edit, and finalize contracts.
• Continuous improvement.
• Seek automation, standardization and simplification within Procurement processes and benchmark with other Hubs around the globe.
• Generate reports and dashboards in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc. to communicate results to key stakeholders.
Qualifications
Who Are We Looking For?
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in commerce/business administration/industrial engineer/ or a related field
Experience
Advanced English level – speaking, reading, writing
• Broad understanding of Global Procurement activities – 2 -3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in procurement software – Ariba Sourcing (RFI, RFP and auctions) – Desired
• Knowledge of legal aspects related to contracts and procurement.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office programs specifically Excel (Advanced) and Access. Dexterity with other tools such as Power BI, Power Apps, etc. is a plus
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.