Food Safety Supply Chain Leader

PepsiCo•Vancouver, WA

About The Position

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators, history makers focused on sustainability and creating global brands. We are ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space. We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito Lay, Quaker, and Gatorade. We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities, and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our perspectives into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety. . . all while meeting the demands of our Customers and Consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole. Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related Field
7 to 10-years’ experience in Food or Beverage Industry or related Field
Experience with GFSI Schematics (FSSC 22000, BRC, GFS, GRMS, etc.).
Proficient in sanitation procedures and GMP/AIB requirements in a manufacturing setting.
Understanding of quality, OSHA, and food safety requirements in a manufacturing setting.
Experience with Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
Project management skills.
Ability to work in an unstructured environment with the ability to make tradeoff decisions quickly.
Ability to give/receive constructive feedback.
Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision making.
Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment.
Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead plant teams in conducting risk assessments and developing comprehensive food safety and FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) plans.
Continuously evaluate and enhance preventive controls based on risk assessments.
Manage food safety/quality priorities and coordinate relevant training programs.
Oversee and /or conduct root cause analyses (RCA) for food safety incidents, ensure timely implementation of corrective actions as needed.
Oversee and ensure full compliance with all applicable food safety regulations at the federal, state/provincial, and local levels.
Identify and mitigate biological, chemical, and physical hazards in the production process.
Oversee GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) certification efforts and ensure ongoing compliance.
Lead and develop a high-performing team to resolve daily operational challenges and achieve both short- and long-term performance objectives.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Motivate and inspire team members to meet and exceed operational goals.
Communicate effectively across departments to support issue resolution and process optimization.
Administer company policies and procedures and lead the implementation of strategic initiatives.
Deliver impactful presentations and conduct formal training sessions to enhance team capabilities.
Strengthen team communication and engagement through proactive leadership and feedback mechanisms.
Encourage creative problem-solving and agile thinking within the team.
Prepare and present data-driven reports, offering insights and actionable recommendations.
Align key stakeholders on the development and execution of preventive controls to uphold food safety standards.
Communicate risks, identify improvement opportunities, and make recommendations to senior leaders, which enable timely, proactive responses to evolving regulatory requirements.
Define, implement, and maintain management systems and processes to ensure sustained FSMA compliance.