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About PepsiCo

PepsiCo Inc. is an American food and beverage company that is one of the biggest in the world, with products in over 200 countries. Its name was gotten when the Pepsi-Cola Company merged with Frito-Lay. The vision led to what quickly became one of the world's leading food and beverage companies: PepsiCo.

Your Role

You will have the opportunity to learn the business from the ground up through a robust onboarding program. Their Sales Leadership Program span a wide breadth of experiences in several divisions across PepsiCo Foods Canada. By demonstrating proven results and leadership skills in their new grad program, you will be uniquely qualified for future people leadership opportunities within PepsiCo Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Gaining in market experience to learn the business from the ground up.
• Leading a team of people depending on the location and division you are working in.
• Working with customers to execute sales strategies, merchandise, build displays, manage inventory and implement promotional events.
• Understanding and implementing their go-to market strategies including: Direct-to-Store Delivery, Warehouse Distribution and Third-Party Carriers.
• Utilizing your problem-solving skills to grow volume, revenue and profitability.
• Influencing and collaborating with the fields sales team, key accounts and customers to meet consumer demands within the region.
• Leveraging your analytical skills to conduct business reviews with key decision makers.

Training & Development

PepsiCo's comprehensive learning and development programs for interns offer hands-on experience and mentorship, equipping participants with practical skills and industry insights. These programs expose interns to diverse projects, fostering both personal and professional growth. Committed to nurturing talent, PepsiCo empowers interns to excel in their careers and make a lasting impact in the dynamic consumer goods industry.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will have access to the following:

• Competitive compensation;
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage;
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match;
• Paid Time Off vacation, sick leave, and holidays;
• Parental Leave: For birth or adoption;
• Financial Perks: Employee stock purchase plan and bonuses;
• Wellness Programs: Fitness centers and health resources;
• Employee Discounts: On PepsiCo products;
• Employee Assistance: Mental health and counselling services;
• A dynamic and inclusive corporate culture where everyone feels comfortable being themselves; 
• A supportive team that encourages professional growth and development;  
• Training and development opportunities for your professional development;
• An opportunity to be meaningful and impactful within your work and project.

Career Progression

As an intern at PepsiCo, you will work closely with a supportive team that highly encourages professional growth and development. You will gain valuable experience to expand your horizons and grow your critical business skills for your future careers through hands-on work, mentorship, and exposure to complex and diverse projects. If you excel in your role, this opportunity could lead to a full-time employment.

Work-Life Balance

PepsiCo's Work that Works program fosters engagement and overall well-being through flexible work environments that help maintain a healthy balance between professional and personal lives. Empowering their employees to decide how and where they work, PepsiCo believes in supporting teams, leading to even greater success.

Culture & Vibe

The company's culture offers a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can bring your authentic self to work, voice your opinions fearlessly, drive a positive change and feel supported in the process. They celebrate diversity, reward entrepreneurial spirit and give you the freedom to help shape the future. And they stand for what’s right. Always.

About You

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree completed between August 2022 - August 2024.
• Strong leadership, passion and a desire to make an impact.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills, as demonstrated by your ability to handle multiple priorities, problem solve complex or difficult situations and meet deadlines or targets.
• Competitive and team-oriented focus with a winning attitude.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and have a clean record.
• Open to relocation.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• pepsicojobs.com/internshipsprograms/jobs/309223?lang=en-us&previousLocale=en-US
• pepsicojobs.com/internshipsprograms
• life.pepsicojobs.com/culture/
• youtube.com/watch?v=WrSM3pVuGFo&t=97s