23 Summer: Sales Associate Intern Program - Undergrad

Auto req ID: 283640BR Job Description Nationwide Opportunities- Please Read: The Chicago Sales Associate Intern Program reflects national field-based roles across the US, as well as a Chicago-based Sales rotational program that support PepsiCo’s warehouse-delivered brands. We are PepsiCo PepsiCo is a global food and beverage leader operating in more than 200 countries and territories with a product portfolio that includes 22 world-famous, billion-dollar brands. From Gatorade to Quaker, LIFEWTR to Lay’s, we make hundreds of enjoyable foods and beverages that are loved throughout the world. Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to be the global leader in convenient foods and beverages by Winning with Purpose. “Winning with Purpose” reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose into all aspects of the business. Our employees drive our culture. No two days are the same; we’re dynamic and full of passionate teams embracing new ideas through our collaborative spirit. At PepsiCo, what makes you unique, makes us better! Functional Description: PepsiCo provides a demanding, fast-paced environment in a competitive industry, where growth equals opportunity and fun accompanies the challenge. Does building your selling and leadership skills excite you? Based on performance, candidates will have the unique opportunity to move rapidly to increasing levels of responsibility culminating into leadership positions across the sales function. Our college recruiting program is designed to build future sales leaders within our organization and groom candidates for key leadership roles. What you can expect: Own and solve a business challenge with real impact to the business and your team Learn the PepsiCo selling foundation: use fact-based selling skills and deliver exceptional customer service. Use your creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to grow volume & revenue to achieve key metrics Successfully interact with Customers and effectively sell in and execute Sales programs and initiatives. Use your analytical skills to make data driven decisions on product, pricing, and placement Collect, chart, and interpret statistical data; Prepare and deliver sales presentations to customers as required. Recent intern projects have included: As part of our summer internship program, we aim to provide an experience designed for you to gain functional knowledge of sales and an opportunity to achieve results through the completion of a real-world sales-based project. Introducing large and small format customers to new product launches and owning the strategy from presentation to execution in stores. Creating a strategy that aims to bring growth to iconic brands, based on research and incorporating factors such as channel/retailers, pricing, promotional structure, innovation. What we’re looking for: Self-starting individuals who possess the passion and drive to win. Resilience and adaptability to solve problems. Ability to discern priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve. Strong work ethic and heightened sense of urgency to operate successfully in a fast-paced environment. Proven leadership throughout your academic career (on- or off- campus). Previous selling and/or customer service experience (on- or off-campus; either through part time jobs, internship, or academic clubs). Pursuing a Degree in: Management, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Professional Selling (other related majors will be considered). Availability to work flexible schedules (including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends). Qualifications/Requirements Minimum Qualifications - Each candidate is expected to: Graduate with Bachelor’s degree within one (1) year of internship completion This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States. Have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile to drive to various sales locations for duration of time in role. 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. For San Francisco and Los Angeles area applicants: Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.  Applicants with criminal histories are welcome to apply. 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 COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role. Please note that all such company vaccine requirements provide the opportunity to request an approved accommodation or exemption under applicable law. Relocation Eligible: Not Applicable 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 Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 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