Overview At PepsiCo, we’re all about meaningful opportunities. The Ready to Return program at PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) is a 16-week accelerated Returnship opportunity for experienced professionals returning to the workforce after a career break. Through this program, you'll receive structured functional learning, customized program coaching alongside a cohort of peers and the opportunity to work alongside some of our top operations leaders. But that’s not all! Successful completion of the Ready to Return program may also lead to full-time employment opportunities within PBNA. Do you have 5+ years of career experience? Are you currently on a career break of 1+ years? Are you excited about networking with other returners re-entering the workforce? We’re excited about the perspective you will bring and the contributions you will make as we Dare for Better. This program will encourage you to sharpen your skills and strengthen your resume as you build your own meaningful opportunities. Are you ready to return and become a leader on the rise? Apply today! Position overview Unit General Manager We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That’s why we Perform with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we’re committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, to strengthen the company. Are you hungry to be a part of the World’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo. Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) is PepsiCo’s beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States and Canada. This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization. The Unit General Manager- Designate is responsible for leading the sales and distribution strategy for a regional distribution center. This broad leadership role encompasses sales, customer service, marketing equipment and warehouse operations. This role includes an extended training program Responsibilities Maximize volume and revenue in a defined geography in a direct store delivery go-to-market environment Coach and lead a team of sales professionals and frontline employees on selling and display execution and merchandising standards Build and maintain strategic partnerships with customers and drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance Effectively lead overall warehouse operations through consistent product availability, warehouse productivity, inventory, asset preservation and cost reduction efforts Ensure the team delivers volume and revenue results while managing costs Compensation & Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $79,800 - $133,450 based on a full-time schedule. Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of prior work experience Actively on a career break from the full-time workforce of 1 or more years Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, MBA a plus Consumer packaged goods experience in a direct store delivery environment A minimum of 5 years of people leadership in a direct store delivery environment Demonstrated computer proficiency: Microsoft suite Strong communication and presentation skills Must be willing and able to lift 40 lbs. periodically This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States 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. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement