Assistant Marketing Manager - Away From Home Innovation

Role overview

PepsiCo is seeking an Assistant Marketing Manager to support the Away From Home business in Mississauga, Ontario. The position focuses on strengthening brands, accelerating growth with priority Away From Home customers, and supporting the channel’s innovation agenda and operating plan.

This role works closely with Brand, Sales, Operations, Customer Sales, and agency partners to drive key initiatives for PepsiCo beverage and convenient foods brands. It suits someone who thrives in a competitive, fast-moving consumer marketing environment and enjoys driving results.

PepsiCo’s portfolio includes well-known food and beverage brands such as Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. The company’s broader mission centers on sustainability and long-term growth through pep+, its transformation strategy focused on people and planet.

Compensation and culture

Total compensation for the role is listed at $63,300 to $103,200 annually. PepsiCo highlights competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, an inclusive workplace, sustainability-driven goals, and strong support for learning and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Own strategic planning and execution for the Away From Home portfolio as part of the wider corporate plan.
• Drive innovation commercialization by assessing operational and manufacturing considerations across brands and businesses.
• Independently coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality execution of innovation and business initiatives.
• Manage marketing and administrative budgets effectively.
• Deliver volume and net revenue targets for the Away From Home channel and beverage portfolio.
• Lead integrated agency teams and build productive, long-term agency partnerships.
• Track portfolio performance regularly and identify corrective actions or new growth opportunities when needed.
• Support the Senior Marketing Manager with key customer activations and partner with internal Customer Sales teams to execute plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required; a business-related degree is preferred.
• Shows persistence and a positive mindset when working toward demanding goals.
• Brings a consumer-first approach to decision-making and a genuine interest in marketing.
• Demonstrates self-awareness and a willingness to learn from feedback and development opportunities.
• Works well across functions and actively seeks collaboration inside and outside the organization.
• Takes ownership of outcomes and looks for new growth opportunities.
• Uses consumer and shopper insights, along with strong market understanding, to shape marketing strategy.
• Shows enthusiasm for PepsiCo and its brands.

Additional information

PepsiCo notes that artificial intelligence may be used during the hiring process to screen, assess, or select applicants. The posting refers to an existing vacancy.

Why PepsiCo

Employees join a global organization where they can learn, develop, and grow while contributing to products enjoyed by more than 1 billion people every day. PepsiCo emphasizes an inclusive culture where people are encouraged to be themselves and make a positive impact.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Inclusive and supportive work culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Work that contributes to sustainability and positive change for people and the planet.