Overview We Are PepsiCo PepsiCo is a leading name in North Africa’s food and beverage industry, where our products are enjoyed by consumers daily across the region. We offer a robust portfolio of beloved brands like PEPSI, SEVEN-UP, DORITOS, CHEETOS and CHIPSY, designed to cater to the tastes and preferences of consumers. With a focus on local sourcing, production, and distribution, PepsiCo provides essential support to local economies and partners closely with communities throughout the region. Guiding Vision and Regional Impact PepsiCo’s vision aligns with our global goal to be the Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). This strategic transformation is committed to sustainable growth by putting people and the planet at the heart of our operations. In North Africa, this includes initiatives in responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and water conservation. Our regional programs empower local talent, boost employment, and provide support for local agriculture, particularly through partnerships with farmers and suppliers. Empowering Our People and Communities Our dynamic teams drive the PepsiCo culture in North Africa, embracing diversity and collaboration to solve local challenges and create innovative products. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace, one where every individual feels valued and empowered to be themselves. This commitment extends beyond our employees to positively impact the communities we serve, striving for shared growth and a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Diversity and Inclusion Commitment PepsiCo stands firmly behind our global commitment to diversity, equality, and human rights. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, ensuring a fair and welcoming workplace for all, regardless of age, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. Our dedication to inclusion strengthens our workforce and helps drive our business forward, enriching both PepsiCo and the communities in North Africa. Responsibilities Draft & implement General & Adminstration key categories strategies, using systematic 7 step strategic sourcing approach. Monitor progress of cross-functional category teams. Lead G&A categories in the market and leverage from PepsiCo’s scale in the region. Closely monitor G&A upstream market movement to lock volumes, agree basis of cost breakdown with suppliers and take pro-active measures to mitigate risk. Work closely with Sector & Global teams to: - Plan and monitor G&A Categories annual and long-term strategic sourcing targets. - Plan and monitor sourcing Productivity / Savings for categories. - Lead continuous improvement initiatives from procurement side for the categories. - Evaluate & evolve sourcing strategies based on changing market conditions and provide inputs during strategic sourcing activities, including internal and external analysis and negotiations. - Ensure implementation of sourcing strategies / plans, compliance monitored, and benefits tracked (in close collaboration with the Transaction Procurement Team) in line with the procurement policy & practices. Closely liaise with main business stakeholders in beverage & food plants. Ensure implementation of best-in-class sourcing tools relevant to the category. Lead category negotiations and manage contracts with suppliers. Track G&A supply markets, share evolving category trends, monitor supplier performance and share bench-marking against industry / market standard. Maintain G&A contracts in timely manner Qualifications Bachelor Degree is a must. Minimum of 4-5 years of working experience in procurement. Fluency in Arabic & English languages is a requirement. Good understanding of corporate objectives & Must Win Battles (MWBs) e.g. sales volumes, NPS, RIG and NOPBT, Productivity, Cash flow. Business Insight: Knowledge of Detailed strategy of individual businesses, SC, Manufacturing and R&D. Financial understanding: Understanding Key business drivers, budget and forecasting. Business Intelligence: Competitors’ & Supplier's strengths and weaknesses. Beverage & Food G&A Materials Sourcing Experience. Experience in using advanced sourcing methodologies/ tools. Experience of procurement/ strategic sourcing. Skilled in managing cross functional team & various stakeholders.