Senior Manager – Project Engineering

Overview The role is a critical engineering role as Project Manager for setting up new capacities in Foods Co-Man sites. The person will be the custodian of the specifications and the design of typical Food manufacturing system (Process/Packaging/Utilities/Infra) in Co-Man operations, with in-depth knowledge of the working/technology of each equipment. The role is to ensure that all technical advisory support to all the Foods Co-Man sites, for new projects (greenfield & brownfield) Including New Capacity additions of all different product platforms – (Hard/soft Extruded collets/Oats/Potato Chips, etc.) and any new Product innovations, etc. Responsibilities Provide technical expertise on Food process & packaging technologies. Lead project for growth/productivity initiatives in Co-Man sites (Greenfield/Brownfield) and execute as per PepsiCo requirements, in line with budget & timelines. Drive productivity through developing reliable and cost-effective local vendors meeting to PepsiCo requirements for Third party sites. For CAPEX (by Co-man/ PepsiCo) driven projects: Engage with Supply Chain team for Co-Man capacity requirements as part of AOP forecast. Basis the Capacity requirements engage with GP for Co-Man identification. Lead Site gap assessment/Feasibility study Lead scoping, design & preparation of CAR. Support GP & Finance for Engineering inputs for preparing commercial proposals. Layout finalization Engage with Co-Man team on No-debate PepsiCo requirements on Process/ Packaging/ Utility/ Infra & other requirements. Support tendering of process/packaging scope of works & Vendor selection. Gantt Chart preparation and periodic tracking with cross functional and Co-Man teams Overall Project governance Support site team for timely execution of installation & Commissioning Engage with Ops team for RMPM arrangements for trials. Conduct Engineering trials and validate as per PepsiCo Product and Pack specifications. Ensure track of Pre-Operative checklist compliance before commencing commercial production Support Co-Man team for initial spares & consumables management for smooth start-up Co-Man site visits on need basis to ensure project execution on time Internal & External Stakeholder management CAPEX governance and Lead Co-Man CAPEX PR/Pos Work along with Controls team on Capitalization of CAPEX items Own Pep assets in Co-Man locations and Due diligence in idle assets review Invoice approvals & Support on payment process Support capability building of New Co-Mans, India Foods Drive sustainability agenda for scope of initiating/maximizing Renewable Energy utilization in Co-Man sites. Drive safety agenda for Co-Man by enabling MESS compliance for Pep assets in Co-Man sites Implement learnings of Co-Man start-ups Qualifications Must be technically qualified – Mechanical / Chemical /Electrical/Instrumentation Engineer 10+years of Food process/packaging experience within Food/FMCG industry 5+ years Project Management experience; preferably with mid/large scale investments In depth engineering knowledge of multiple food technologies/platforms (i.e. potato chips, Extrusion, Baked engineered chips), primary/secondary packaging technologies General knowledge of civil, utilities, water & WWTP technologies. Strong network with OEM`s. Ability to work on ACAD technical drawings, Gantt charts and developing URS. Work with various stakeholders internally and externally like design consultants, Project Management consultants etc and ensure the quality of execution timely within the estimated cost. Weekly, monthly reporting of the project progress. Cost ownership Ability to organize and deliver capability building programs for Co-Man Hands-on experience with food engineering innovation and sustainability initiatives. Self-motivated, go-getter, working under pressurised environment. Experienced in operating roles in supply chain manufacturing.