Overview:
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.
Responsibilities:
The Opportunity
Join our Forecasting and Statistical Modeling team and play a key role in transforming data into actionable business insights.
In this role, you will leverage analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning techniques to improve demand forecasting performance and support business decision-making. You will work with large datasets, identify patterns and opportunities, develop analytical solutions, and collaborate with planning teams to drive more accurate forecasts and better business outcomes.
Your Impact
As a Demand Planning & Forecast Analyst, you will:
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Analyze forecasting data to identify trends, opportunities, and drivers that impact forecast performance.
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Develop and enhance statistical and machine learning models to improve forecast accuracy.
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Perform exploratory data analysis and root cause assessments to better understand business challenges and planning opportunities.
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Design and maintain analytical solutions and dashboards that provide actionable insights to planning teams.
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Partner with forecasting and planning teams to solve business challenges using data-driven approaches.
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Monitor forecast performance, identify shifts in demand patterns, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
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Support data quality initiatives and help ensure reliable information is available for forecasting and planning processes.
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Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to a variety of stakeholders in a clear and impactful way.
Qualifications:
Who Are We Looking For?
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Fluent in English (oral and written)
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2+ years of experience in forecasting, demand planning, supply chain analytics, business analytics, or related areas.
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Knowledge of supply chain, demand planning, or forecasting processes.
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Experience working with statistical analysis, forecasting methodologies, or predictive analytics.
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Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, Python, or R.
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Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
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Familiarity with machine learning concepts and predictive modeling techniques.
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Experience building dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI or similar tools.
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.
