Associate Manager- Total Rewards

Overview

The Associate Analyst is responsible for executing Total Rewards operations for assigned region(s) and/or operating unit(s) within PepsiCo. This includes managing core compensation processes such as salary offer recommendations, focal point reviews, annual bonus cycles, and salary planning. The role may also involve supporting critical projects across emerging rewards capabilities/ white spaces. It ensures operational excellence, compliance, and drives continuous improvement in Total Rewards delivery.

Responsibilities

Own & Lead Rewards Operations

• Drive end-to-end delivery of rewards processes across multiple geographies (within International Beverages region), including job evaluations, salary planning, offer recommendations, and annual bonus & focal point cycles.
• Ensure operational excellence with a strong focus on accuracy, speed, and scalability.
• Take ownership of complex escalations and deliver structured, insight-driven resolutions.
  
  

Act as a Strategic Advisor

• Partner with HR Business Partners and Rewards leaders as a trusted advisor to provide thoughtful, data-backed compensation guidance.
• Influence decision-making by balancing market competitiveness, internal equity, and policy frameworks.
• Bring a strong understanding of market practices and emerging Total Rewards trends.
  
  

Operational Execution

• Deliver day-to-day Total Rewards operations and services with precision and timeliness.
• Support compensation processes including salary planning, bonus cycles, and offer recommendations
• Capability Ownership
• Serve as a key service provider and fulfiller for assigned processes/capabilities.
• Take ownership of specific Total Rewards activities under guidance, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
• Process & Service Excellence
• Manage and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensure adherence to performance metrics.
• Maintain deep process knowledge and proactively identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and process quality.
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Analyse gaps in processes, practices, and compliance; identify breaches or deviations from recommended practices.
• Provide policy and program administration support to HR Business Partners and Rewards stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement
• Cost savings
• Quality improvements
• Enhanced customer experience
• Compliance
• Automation and digitization
• Drive efficiency and effectiveness through process improvement initiatives
  

Qualifications

• 6-7years of experience in Total Rewards
• MBA or Master's degree in HR, Business, or related field from Tier 1 or Tier 2 institute
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills