Production Scheduler at PepsiCo

PepsiCo Canada employs nearly 10,000 Canadians and is organized into two business units – PepsiCo Beverages Canada, which includes brands such as Pepsi, Gatorade and Tropicana; and PepsiCo Foods Canada, which includes Frito Lay Canada and Quaker foods & snacks. PepsiCo Canada, in turn, belongs to the global PepsiCo, Inc., family.

At PepsiCo Canada, we're committed to achieving business and financial success while leaving a positive imprint on society - delivering what we call Performance with Purpose. Performance with Purpose is at the heart of every aspect of our business.

Our people are our greatest asset. By supporting their ability to work effectively together and providing them with the tools they need to succeed, we are ensuring that PepsiCo Canada is the kind of company where talented people of all backgrounds want to work.

PepsiCo is an Employer of Choice:

• Opportunity to work for a Tier 1 global organization company with Billion Dollar Brands & one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
• We take people development seriously offering career growth opportunities through robust full cycle career planning, talent development programs, challenging and rewarding assignments nationally and internationally
• Work within a fast paced ever evolving business, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds, experiences and needs
• Participation in our competitive Total Rewards Program

If you're looking for a challenging position with one of the world's leading snack food companies, here's your chance to join our team as a Production Scheduler!

The Production Scheduler will be responsible for planning the daily line schedules according to manufacturing sequencing and packaging scheduling guidelines. This position would report to the Service Manager and will be required to work Thursday - Sunday 7am - 5pm and is eligible for overtime. The position is based out of Cambridge, Ontario.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

• Planning the daily line schedules according to manufacturing sequencing and packaging scheduling guidelines.
• Working closely with packaging team to react to changing circumstances and adjust schedules accordingly
• Collaborating with manufacturing team to plan PMs and project work
• Validating inventory data between systems and monitoring levels to action against fill-rate risk.
• Participating in Product Supply & S&D meeting venues
• Generating information for and compiling weekly data reports for fill rate, innovation and attainment.
• Running reports & analysis to support warehouse velocity tasks
• Leveraging SAP to key and adjust loads to mitigate fill rate risk and warehouse velocity
• Other Duties as assigned.

• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
• High degree of organization and prioritization skills, and attention to detail.
• Able to maintain professional disposition even when faced with difficult situations.
• Prior experience with MS Excel/Word and SAP.
• Experience in a production scheduling environment is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in production is considered an asset.

Why work at PepsiCo

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. Join us. Dare for Better.