Goverment Affairs Director (Northeast)

About the position Responsibilities • Manage PepsiCo regulatory risk radar to provide visibility on key regulatory risks. • Ensure early identification of regulatory business risks and align internal stakeholders to address them. • Monitor and research emerging public policy issues relevant to PepsiCo's operations. • Provide external insights on key policy and regulatory matters affecting business strategy. • Advise on confidential matters including due diligence and stakeholder reputation. • Maintain platforms to distribute and manage public policy content. • Set up and engage with industry associations and government-private sector consultative processes. • Represent PepsiCo in external meetings with governments and industry associations. • Influence public policy to support PepsiCo's business objectives and enhance reputation. • Drive strategic partnerships to advance PepsiCo's global goals and commitments. • Generate annual strategic plans and budgets for the business. • Ensure effective crisis mitigation from a PPGA perspective. • Develop and strengthen the PPGA division in collaboration with GM's and HR teams. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Legal, Communications, Economics or related field. • 10+ years of relevant experience in corporate affairs, government affairs, PR, CSR, or communication. Nice-to-haves • Industry exposure to fast moving consumer goods. • Proven track record in senior stakeholder management. • Strategic thinking and executional excellence. • Strong communication skills for diverse audiences. Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability insurance. • Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts. • Employee Assistance Program (EAP). • Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life). • Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. • Paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.