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PepsiCo

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Hyderabad, +1
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need 7-9 years in related fields, a Master’s/PhD, strong tech-commercial research skills, team management experience, and proficiency with literature analysis tools.
  • You will lead R&D market analysis, manage team workload, mentor analysts, ensure timely project delivery, foster relationships, and drive process improvements while supporting stakeholder needs.

Requirements

  • Customized techno-commercial research experience with specific knowledge of relevant subject matter literature resources a plus (related to pharma, consumer healthcare, health, wellness or nutrition sciences, food and beverage ingredients or claims)
  • Strong understanding of Service Management processes especially science and technology-IP-trademark intelligence, market intelligence for Pharma/Consumer Healthcare/Life Science/ Food and Beverage/Health and Nutrition/ CPG/FMCG or research support for claims substantiation work
  • Decode the business problem and align with the expected outcomes to answer the key questions for senior stakeholders with advanced analytical research skills to discover insights that will guide strategic decisions.
  • Ability to supervise and manage time effectively across multiple priorities and projects requiring a high degree of organizational and communication skills to ensure requests are delivered in a timely manner
  • Knowledge of technical and scientific literature research and analysis tools such as PubMed, Scopus, Orbit, etc.
  • Knowledge of accessing and analyzing information from Monographs and Pharmacopoeias
  • Experience of handling min. team of 3-4 individuals or have 3-4 Direct Reportees
  • Masters/PhD (Preferable: Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nutritional Sciences; Nice to have: Food Technology, Biotechnology or related science field is desirable)
  • Efficient oral and written communication, self-motivated, fluent in English
  • 7-9 years of prior work experience in similar or related field

Responsibilities

  • Act as a POC (point of contact) for R&D Technical market analysis delivery to in-market R&D teams
  • Engage with in-market R&D leads in scoping the initial problem and defining key questions to frameup the research.
  • Lead team in the drafting of technical ingredient-claim landscapes; understand linkages between ingredient composition, clinical data, dosage, desirable benefit or claim areas.
  • Understand and correlate ingredient science, clinical data, functionalities, and associated benefits or mechanism of actions and identify relevant scientific references for claim substantiation.
  • Pharma/Life Science/ Food and Beverage/Health and Nutrition/ CPG industry knowledge with system level thinking and ability to cross reference other industry insights to shape the content that research team puts together.
  • Manage team workload and provide subject matter or technical expertise to support in daily execution of high complexity research activities when necessary; conduct project deliverable reviews to identify and correct gaps in the research or expected outcomes, actionable insights and recommendations for the stakeholders.
  • Foster and leverage working relationships with other GBS Technical Market Analysis teams in Hyderabad, and other GBS R&D Capabilities, when required.
  • Train, mentor, and manage GBS teams of Senior Analysts and Analysts
  • Ensure all requests are processed, documented, and delivered within defined SLAs.
  • Participate in required GBS governance meetings and provide reports on KPIs and SLAs as needed.
  • Assign the appropriate resources for each project.
  • Support in the execution and evolution of the solution as needed.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage overall 2-3 research requests simultaneously for the stakeholders.
  • Develop action plans and organize career path meetings to drive team motivation and increase retention rates.
  • Identify potential areas for process improvements and employee upskilling to make recommendations to R&D GBS Leadership for continuous capability development.
  • Visionary leader with an intent of digitizing and automating research in the future
  • Proven supervisory and workstream management skills working with parallel teams or functional leads in different time zones and locations
  • Experience building a high performing and highly engaged team to stand up a R&D capability

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Senior Manager in this role?

The main responsibility of the Senior Manager is to lead the R&D GBS Technical Market Analysis team, coordinating and managing scientific and technical desk research activities for new idea feasibility analysis and claim substantiation.

Where is this position located?

This position is based out of Hyderabad.

What industries should candidates have knowledge about?

Candidates should have knowledge of the Pharma, Life Science, Food and Beverage, Health and Nutrition, and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industries.

What type of team management experience is required?

Candidates should have experience managing a team of 3-4 individuals or have 3-4 direct reportees.

What are the qualifications required for this position?

A Master's or PhD in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, Food Technology, Biotechnology, or related science field is desirable, along with 7-9 years of prior work experience in a related field.

Is knowledge of specific research tools important for this role?

Yes, knowledge of technical and scientific literature research and analysis tools such as PubMed, Scopus, and Orbit is important.

What is expected regarding the mentoring and training of team members?

The Senior Manager is expected to train, mentor, and manage GBS teams of Senior Analysts and Analysts to ensure their development and enhance team performance.

How does this role support the organization's strategic decisions?

The Senior Manager is expected to decode business problems, align them with expected outcomes, and provide advanced analytical research skills to discover insights that will guide strategic decisions.

Will the Senior Manager need to coordinate with other teams?

Yes, the Senior Manager will need to foster working relationships with other GBS Technical Market Analysis teams and R&D capabilities as required.

What competencies are important for this role?

Important competencies include strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, and advanced analytical research abilities.

PepsiCo

What makes you unique, makes us better.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1965
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet.

Benefits

  • Well-being

    We offer programs for you and your family to help you reach your personal physical, emotional and financial well-being goals.

  • Retirement Benefits

    Our savings and retirement benefits are designed to help you reach your future retirement goals.

  • Health and Insurance Benefits

    We’re committed to helping you and your family live a healthy lifestyle. Our medical options provide access to quality, affordable health care.