Overview PepsiCo has deployed the SAP/Ariba Procurement functionality to support the acquisition of indirects goods and services in PFNA, PBNA, LATAM, Europe, AMESA and APAC. The tool is branded myBUY, used by 10.000+ end users across 50+ countries and with a central team supporting the PR2PO (Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order) process. Main Objective This role will play a pivotal role within the Control & Governance team of the procurement team and has a main objective to contribute to risk mitigation, policy implementation, and the overall effectiveness of our procurement governance framework for AMESA & Europe Sector. Purpose Work with key stakeholders to maximize the main benefits that myBuy has for the company in terms of: Compliance & Policy Adherence: Guarantee all in-scope purchases are aligned to the corporate policy and procedures. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: identify potential risks and implement risk mitigation strategies. Process Standardization: Closely work with myBUY control, compliance and governance GPO to drive standardization across all sectors. Scope The function Holder is covering for AMESA & Europe Sector Responsibilities Compliance & Policy Adherence Monitor procurement activities to ensure strict compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements. Conduct regular reviews of purchase orders to identify any deviations/non-compliant activities from the policy. Continuously monitor changes in relevant global policies and regulations and perform impact analysis on the existing controls and implement the required changes to the controls upon alignment from controls team. Ensure the myBuy Policies and guidelines are in line with P2P and Global Procurement policy and guidelines. Collaborate with key stakeholders from control and procurement teams to develop, update, and communicate procurement controls matrix. Prepare training materials for employees within the department to enhance awareness of compliance obligations. Ensure that the GCS scope controls are executed as per the controls design matrix and ensure the same has been documented in the GCS portal in a timely manner. Act as a liaison between the procurement department and internal auditors. Collaborate during audits, providing necessary documentation, explanations, and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner. Risk Assessment and Mitigation Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, working closely with procurement stakeholders and continuously monitoring the effectiveness of these strategies and making adjustments as needed. (e.g.: Governance calls) Support and review myBUY CR initiatives/system upgrade with subject matter experts (SMEs) in AMESA & Europe. Process Standardization Closely work with myBUY control, compliance and governance GPO to drive standardization across all sectors. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in finance/supply chain management/accounting/business Administration. A master's degrees is a plus 3+ Years of experience required Functional knowledge: Depth of different aspects of Procurement such as processes and tools, knowledge in Food & Beverage industry a plus Experience in sourcing processes and technologies, with experience of implementing them in a global and regional environment Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools, including Microsoft Excel (e.g., advanced formulas, pivot tables, data validation); data visualization tools skills like Tableau or PowerBI is a plus Strong communication & negotiation skills Results Oriented – comfortable setting and delivering against bold, stretch targets English essential, both verbal and in writing Comfortable working within matrix organization Affinity with technology applications and business processes and the impact on people Strong analytical, problem solving, and root cause identification skills Solid understanding of the PepsiCo organization and cultural differences