Early Talent Program / Strategy & Transformation

Description du poste:

Overview

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, Pepsi, Doritos and Lipton Ice Tea, 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.

Are you a recent graduate or a new professional looking for a unique career opportunity? Discover opportunities for growth and reinvention at PepsiCo with our Dare for Tomorrow program!

Dare for Tomorrow is a two-year contracted program, offering enhanced growth opportunities through a well-constructed development program, with a focus on gaining expertise in the related function.

We are looking for a Dare for Tomorrow to join our Strategy and Transformation team in Istanbul.

* Online Application (15 May - 7 June): You will complete the online application with filling out a brief form including the details of your profile.
* Video Interview (9 - 15 June): You will complete a video interview consisting of 3 short questions about your motivation and abilities
* Face-to-Face Assessment (6 - 17 July): You will be invited to a face-to-face assessment at PepsiCo Headquarters where you will experience analyzing a business case in a group discussion
* Interview (23 - 29 July): You will have a chance to share more about yourself in a meeting with your future line manager.
* Welcome to PepsiCo! (15 September)
Responsibilities

* Support the preparation of monthly Cost Transformation reports in coordination with key stakeholders.
* Track meeting notes, action items, and project progress, ensuring effective follow-up and timely closure of deliverables.
* Analyze Operating Expenses (OPEX) spend data to identify cost optimization and productivity improvement opportunities in collaboration with finance partners.
* Review productivity benchmarking data to support the development of next-year productivity pipelines and identify key opportunity areas.
* Assist in identifying and assessing project risks and support the implementation of mitigation actions where necessary.
* Research industry best practices and contribute to building a sustainable pipeline of cost transformation and efficiency ideas.
* Support governance processes, scorecard development, and ongoing performance tracking to ensure alignment with business objectives.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to improve reporting accuracy, transparency, and overall cost management effectiveness.
Qualifications

* Fresh graduates or professionals with a maximum 1 year of working experience (Note that you can apply if you will graduate before August 2026)
* Fluent in both English and Turkish
* Agile approach to work in a dynamic environment
* Strong collaboration and communication skills

* Support the preparation of monthly Cost Transformation reports in coordination with key stakeholders.
* Track meeting notes, action items, and project progress, ensuring effective follow-up and timely closure of deliverables.
* Analyze Operating Expenses (OPEX) spend data to identify cost optimization and productivity improvement opportunities in collaboration with finance partners.
* Review productivity benchmarking data to support the development of next-year productivity pipelines and identify key opportunity areas.
* Assist in identifying and assessing project risks and support the implementation of mitigation actions where necessary.
* Research industry best practices and contribute to building a sustainable pipeline of cost transformation and efficiency ideas.
* Support governance processes, scorecard development, and ongoing performance tracking to ensure alignment with business objectives.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to improve reporting accuracy, transparency, and overall cost management effectiveness

Profil requis du candidat:

* Fresh graduates or professionals with a maximum 1 year of working experience (Note that you can apply if you will graduate before August 2026)
* Fluent in both English and Turkish
* Agile approach to work in a dynamic environment
* Strong collaboration and communication skills