Administrative Assistant - Sweeteners & C02 Team

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient foods and beverages, with 2005 revenues of more than $32 billion and more than 157,000 employees.

The company consists of Frito-Lay North America, PepsiCo Beverages North America, PepsiCo International and Quaker Foods North America. PepsiCo brands are available in nearly 200 countries and territories and generate sales at the retail level of about $85 billion.

PepsiCo offers product choices to meet a broad variety of needs and preference -- from fun-for-you items to product choices that contribute to healthier lifestyles.

PepsiCo's mission is "To be the world's premier consumer products company focused on convenient foods and beverages. We seek to produce healthy financial rewards to investors as we provide opportunities for growth and enrichment to our employees, our business partners and the communities in which we operate. And in everything we do, we strive for honesty, fairness and integrity."

Primary Responsibilities:
? This position provides general administrative support to the (1) the Sweeteners team, and (2) CO2 team as designated by VP Global Sweeteners & CO2.
Duties include:
? Prepare daily correspondence & type presentations.
? Maintain daily calendars and schedule meetings.
? Coordinate travel plans & prepare monthly T&E Report, also process invoices.
? Send e-mail, coordinate fax distributions for department.
? Organize & maintain departmental files & supplies.
? Distribution of mail & provide departmental phone coverage.
? Provide coverage for staff in group & special projects as needed.
? Organize both on-site & off-site meetings.
? Perform data entry including rudimentary analysis as required.

Specific Skills and/or Previous Experience Required:
? Experience in prioritizing work.
? Proven track record in supporting multiple managers.
? Demonstrated organizational skills.
? Ability to interface with all levels of management.
? Excellent follow-up skills
Software Packages Needed:
? Detailed knowledge of Word for Windows.
? Proficiency in Power Point.
? Detailed knowledge and experience with Excel.
? Experience with Microsoft Outlook.
Additional comments:
? Ability/Flexibility to work overtime during crunch periods.