Overview PepsiCo ANZ is home to some of the world's most trusted iconic brands employing more than 1500 people across ANZ at Smith's Snackfood Company, Bluebird Foods NZ and PepsiCo Beverages. We are a progressive and people-focused business and believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success. Some of our proud achievements include being recognised as a Top Employer in both Australia and New Zealand in 2021,2022 and 2023 one of only 16 organisations globally to earn this certification. We are recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for gender equality for the past 12 years and is one of the leading organisations in this space. We are also certified as a Gender Tick (NZ) organisation and Family Friendly Certification (AU). We are seeking a passionate and experienced Design Lead to drive our creative vision and elevate the design standards across our organization. This role will ensure the smooth execution of major brand design projects across the entire ANZ product portfolio. This means planning, organizing, and implementing consistent design principles and production processes to ensure that the design/production guardrails are met. The "PepsiCo" Edge An opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company - Great Career Move Attractive Remuneration and Benefits Package on offer Excellent Health & Wellness Programs with access to generous leave options We offer an Agile & Flexible Working Environment Personal and Professional growth opportunities Be part of an organisation committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Opportunity Take charge of defining and owning the visual identity for specific brands within the portfolio. Lead both internal and external design partners to implement solutions tailored to ANZ Business needs. Collaborate closely with the SR Design Lead, Brand teams, insights teams, and the global design team while guiding other members of the design team. Create innovative design proposals, including visions, scenarios, and concepts, to visualize the desired output and share them with internal and external team members. Actively participate in research activities, translating customer needs into actionable design requirements and executing them into effective design solutions. Ensure comprehensive consideration of all project variables for the final solution. Play a significant role in key APAC strategic projects. Contribute to the development of global design strategies by representing the region's perspective and collaborating with global design heads. Demonstrate an understanding of the technical, social, and emotional values with critical business significance. Integrate business strategies, market and social trends, and available technologies to maintain a value flow. Develop and adapt strategies and processes to address evolving market and competitive conditions. About You Minimum 10 years of extensive design experience, with a preference for brand-focused expertise. Relevant Tertiary Degree in Product/Graphic Design or a related field. Exhibits exceptional design taste and skills. Demonstrates robust project management and design management capabilities. Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and adept at handling risk and uncertainty. Successfully influences senior levels across brands and functions within the organization. Effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Collaborates well with others to achieve results, maintaining transparent communication to avoid surprises. Proficient in both oral and written English. Capable of developing and visualizing concepts through hand sketching or computer software. Displays an extraordinary proficiency in using Adobe Creative Suite software, considered a significant advantage. Possesses an unquenchable curiosity regarding all aspects of design. Demonstrates a strong passion for staying abreast of new and creative trends. Highly collaborative, particularly in team-oriented activities - brainstorming sessions or presentations. Adapts seamlessly to a fast-paced interdisciplinary team environment. Excels in a fast-paced interdisciplinary team setting. Clearly articulates a distinctive "point of view" regarding their design. Exhibits skills in agency and project management. Maintains an open and optimistic mindset about entrepreneurship. Works effectively under pressure, ensuring clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. If you are a creative leader with a passion for design and innovation, we want to hear from you. Please submit an online application with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and achievements. Responsibilities Qualifications