Talent Acquisition Assoc Analyst

CAREERS TO SMILE ABOUT

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

As a Professional Recruiter focused on professional hiring, you will play a key role in attracting, assessing, and hiring top talent for PepsiCo. You will collaborate with hiring managers, HR business partners, and stakeholders to develop and execute strategic hiring plans while ensuring a seamless and engaging candidate experience.

This role requires a blend of strategic talent sourcing, stakeholder management, employer branding, data-driven decision-making, and process excellence to support our talent acquisition goals.

As Talent Acquisition Analyst your responsibilities would consist of ...

Recruitment Consulting, Advisory & Partnership

• Partner with hiring managers to conduct recruitment strategy meetings, analyze hiring needs, define job requirements, and craft customized recruitment plans.
• Provide market intelligence and competitive insights on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and industry hiring trends.
• Act as a trusted talent advisor, guiding hiring managers on interviewing best practices, inclusive hiring strategies, candidate experience standards, and the effective use of assessment tools.
• Align recruitment efforts with workforce planning, strategic TA initiatives, and business priorities.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with hiring managers, HR, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates and proactive communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring alignment and transparency.Candidate Sourcing, Attraction, and Engagement
• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to identify and attract both active and passive talent using job boards, social media, employee referrals, and networking.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles to reduce time-to-find and time-to-accept.
• Leverage PepsiCo’s employer branding and recruitment marketing to enhance talent attraction, including writing compelling job descriptions, optimizing job postings, and engaging candidates through our established EVP messaging.
• Deliver a consistent, high-touch candidate experience, ensuring timely communication and engagement at every stage of the hiring processEnd-to-End Recruitment Process Management & Execution
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job requisition creation to offer acceptance, ensuring efficiency, quality, and a seamless and positive candidate experience while adhering to all established process standards.
• Conduct structured interviews and behavioral assessments applying the company's established interviewing framework and standards to evaluate candidate qualifications, skills, and culture add.
• Facilitate hiring manager debrief sessions and provide structured feedback to support data-driven hiring decisions.
• Manage the offer process, including extending offers and negotiating compensation packages in partnership with HR, Total Rewards, and Hiring Manager.Data-Driven Recruitment, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-find, time-to-accept, candidate experience scores) to continuously improve hiring outcomes.
• Utilize external labor market data and talent analytics to refine sourcing strategies and hiring decisions.
• Ensure adherence to global hiring policies, DEI standards, and local employment laws.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, recruitment technology advancements, and innovative hiring trends.
• Effectively utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment technologies to manage the recruitment process.Process Adherence and Data Management
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and CRM platforms.
• Follow established recruitment process standards, ensuring consistency, compliance, and data integrity.Global Talent Acquisition Initiatives Contribution and Team Support
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in process, technology, or data, actively participating in SME networks and providing support to the assigned team.
• Team Support and Development: Provide backup support for team leaders and act as a coach/buddy for new hires to facilitate onboarding and development.
• Global Project Participation: Contribute as a Talent Acquisition Delivery SME on assigned global projects.Specialized Responsibilities Based on Recruiter Type
• Focus on hiring for corporate/professional roles in Finance, HR, Marketing, IT, R&D, and other business functions.
• Source specialized talent through LinkedIn Recruiter, professional associations, networking events, and industry-specific job boards.
• Manage longer-cycle, strategic hiring with structured interview processes and leadership engagement.
• Provide data-driven insights and talent intelligence to support workforce planning.
• Work closely with senior leaders and HRBPs to align hiring strategies with business goals.

Who Are We Looking For?

• 1+ Years of Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to offer management within a corporate or agency environment
• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Solid understanding of talent assessment methodologies and interviewing techniques (e.g., behavioral, competency-based).
• Proven experience with recruitment marketing principles and various channels (e.g., social media platforms, and job boards).Technology:
• Demonstrated experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruiting technologies.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Talent Intelligence & Compliance: Knowledge of talent intelligence tools, competitor analysis, employment law, regulations, and compliance related to recruitment.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze recruitment data and metrics to inform hiring strategies and drive data-driven decisions.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving & Decision-Making: Ability to analyze situations, identify potential solutions, and make sound judgments.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Results Orientation: Driven to achieve recruitment targets and contribute to team success.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in EnglishPreferred Qualifications
• Global Experience: Experience working in a multinational or global organization.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior recruiters.
• Solid understanding of project management principles.
• Experience recruiting within a Global Shared Services environment.

If this is an opportunity that interests you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements.

What can you expect from us:

• Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
• Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
• Development programs according to Leadership skills.
• Specialized training according to the role.
• Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
• We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
• Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
• A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
• And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.