R&D Associate Principal Scientist - Foods Flavor & Seasoning

R&D Associate Principal Scientist The R&D Associate Principal Scientist position will be an integral part of our PEP+ agenda leading strategic planning and programs to expand our portfolio providing more consumer choices with products that are better for the planet and people. The associate will apply technical principles, project management skills and experimental design/analysis to create technology roadmaps for innovation and brand stewardship projects across foods portfolio. The associate will have the opportunity to work on many of our consumer loved brands including Doritos, Fritos, Cheetos, Lays and others. Responsibilities Applying science and engineering principles to solve technical problems. Utilize scientific methods to develop knowledge that creates business opportunities that support the company strategic market objectives. Lead the identification, assessment, validation and commercialization of new ingredients and technologies. Work with external suppliers and vendors on identifying new technology unlocks and commercialization of new ingredients or technologies for product development. Provide technical and business risk assessment/perspectives related to new product development. Leverage external and internal experts for key analytical and sensory research. Work effectively with other R&D functions and cross functional partners in developing technology roadmaps. Translate business objectives into strategic and tactical project goals and roadmaps for the team. Lead and coordinate various activities with contractors to complete hands on lab needs. Willingness to travel as needed, ~20% Qualifications BS or higher in Food Science, Ingredient Science or Engineering required, MS or PhD preferred 5 years (BS) / 3-4 years (MS) / 2-3 years (PhD) experience in R&D or manufacturing/production environment in foods, seasoning, flavors, ingredients or CPG industry Demonstrated ability to translate business objectives into strategic and tactical project goals and objectives Proven ability to make significant technical scientific advances utilizing internal and/or external resources Demonstrated understanding of how to incorporate business needs into technical decisions Proven ability to manage multiple assignments/ tasks Proactive in starting assignments, identifying opportunities/gaps, asking questions, and seeking solutions Good people management skills Strong communication skills (oral and written) Preferred Qualifications Past experience in seasoning & flavor, ingredient science and/or product development COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role. Please note that all such company vaccine requirements provide the opportunity to request an approved accommodation or exemption under applicable law. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity Phenom People