Overview: - As directed by the Business Unit leadership and in collaboration with the PepsiCo Office of Global Security, ensure that the businesses in AOR benefit from effective and sustainable security programs that mitigate risk to our people, assets, and objectives while protecting PepsiCo Brands. - Execute operational implementation of strategic planning as directed by the Regional Security Director - (MENA). - Physically located in AOR, the role would serve as a Business Unit asset in responding to all emerging security risks and incidents throughout the area of responsibility (Role will be responsible for the protection of our people and Assets in AOR. Responsibilities: The principal accountability of the Area Security Manager is driving the implementation and execution of security, crisis management, business continuity management strategies, plans and protocols, and best practices across the AOR businesses. The highlights of these accountabilities include, but are not limited to: - In line with the broader security strategy and objectives, implement a security Plan to identify, assess, and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand/reputation. - Oversee and facilitate the ongoing strengthening of a sustainable, AOR Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning and capability in the Area of Responsibility. - Through training and audit validate that the AOR Crisis Management and Business Continuity plans are current and functional. - Revise and maintain all security main domains (Physical - Technical - Procedural - Investigational - Executive Protection) within AOR. - Maintain strong working relationships with locations leads, and provide consultation to them. - Ensure that our engagement with other functions is an added value. - Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment. - Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessments for premises in the area of responsibility to identify critical vulnerabilities and assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best-practice security enhancements. - Plan, organize, and execute financial tasks and projects of the function. - Make estimates of funds required for the short and long-term financial objectives. - Complete financial reports, lead the month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecasts. - Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. - Achieve a proper mix of equity and debt to minimize cost and maximize operational profit. - Strategize on fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions. - Prudently make investments in assets that maximize returns. - Provide financial insight and analysis to drive the business performance of the function. - Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking, and reports. - Maintain contacts with security partners at foreign embassies, other multi-national companies, government security agencies, and professional security organizations to benchmark and promote security best practices. - In close consultation with the Security Director (MENA), analyze security risks inherent in undertaking new business ventures and offer expertise-based risk mitigation measures. - Within AOR, develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies. - Ensure compliance with PepsiCo AMESA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures. - Develop and deliver quarterly security awareness and training programs. - Advise and assist before, during, and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to business travelers. - Implement a consultation plan to strengthen relationships with external 3rd - Conduct and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the AOR interests and associates. - During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols. - Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage an effective KPI management system in accordance with Regional Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis. Qualifications: - Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment; - A minimum of 10 years of working experience in law enforcement or military mid-management; 3 years of corporate security experience in the private sector (preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above; - Comprehensive substantive knowledge of best security practices, pri

Ideal for experienced security professionals looking to make a significant impact in a multinational setting.