Plant Manager Jobs at PepsiCo with Visa Sponsorship
PepsiCo hires Plant Managers across its U.S. manufacturing network to lead large-scale food and beverage operations, and the company has a clear track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates in this function. If you're an international professional targeting operations leadership in the industry, PepsiCo is a realistic path.
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Get Access To All JobsPGRE NA RE Sr Manager
Responsibilities:
Key activities will include:
- Understanding the business strategy (PEPNA Transformation), operations, and challenges.
- Developing a strategic planning process and overall real estate strategy.
- Working with a Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) mindset, establish the role as a strategic partner to Operating Company (US + Canada) teams.
- Develop and build a real estate partnership with strategic partners, promoting a model in which PGRE and strategic partner are viewed as a single team in delivering services to the business.
- Execute real estate transactions in a timely and consistent manner, ensuring all critical dates are properly analyzed and managed.
- Identifying productivity opportunities and optimizing the real estate portfolio in line with the business strategy.
- Manage KPIs and reporting.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and support the implementation of strategic plans for the North America Offices, Canada Food and Beverages plus <25,000 sq feet locations in United States.
- Support the Capital Project Management team (PGRE and Business).
- Lead the 3rd party transaction team.
- Lead the inhouse transaction resource that should manage the current lease renewals and small projects.
- Partner with sustainability office to ensure pep+ governance program.
- Support standard processes and service provider network to efficiently deliver the right real estate assets at the required time and at the lowest possible cost.
Compensation and Benefits:
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $123,500 - $206,750.
- Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
Qualifications
Experience
- 10-15 years in corporate real estate, office and heavy supply chain experience.
- Skilled in transaction management and contract negotiations.
- Mastery of financial modeling.
- Build to Suit Industrial Development Experience.
Professional Certification
- CCIM/MCR/SIOR Preferred.
Education
- MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
- BA/BS required.
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.
PGRE NA RE Sr Manager
Responsibilities:
Key activities will include:
- Understanding the business strategy (PEPNA Transformation), operations, and challenges.
- Developing a strategic planning process and overall real estate strategy.
- Working with a Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) mindset, establish the role as a strategic partner to Operating Company (US + Canada) teams.
- Develop and build a real estate partnership with strategic partners, promoting a model in which PGRE and strategic partner are viewed as a single team in delivering services to the business.
- Execute real estate transactions in a timely and consistent manner, ensuring all critical dates are properly analyzed and managed.
- Identifying productivity opportunities and optimizing the real estate portfolio in line with the business strategy.
- Manage KPIs and reporting.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and support the implementation of strategic plans for the North America Offices, Canada Food and Beverages plus <25,000 sq feet locations in United States.
- Support the Capital Project Management team (PGRE and Business).
- Lead the 3rd party transaction team.
- Lead the inhouse transaction resource that should manage the current lease renewals and small projects.
- Partner with sustainability office to ensure pep+ governance program.
- Support standard processes and service provider network to efficiently deliver the right real estate assets at the required time and at the lowest possible cost.
Compensation and Benefits:
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $123,500 - $206,750.
- Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
Qualifications
Experience
- 10-15 years in corporate real estate, office and heavy supply chain experience.
- Skilled in transaction management and contract negotiations.
- Mastery of financial modeling.
- Build to Suit Industrial Development Experience.
Professional Certification
- CCIM/MCR/SIOR Preferred.
Education
- MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
- BA/BS required.
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Plant Manager Jobs at PepsiCo Jobs
Align your credentials to U.S. manufacturing standards
PepsiCo's Plant Manager roles typically require demonstrated experience with FSMA compliance, OSHA regulations, and Lean or Six Sigma methodologies. Translate your international operations experience into these U.S.-specific frameworks on your resume before applying.
Target PepsiCo facilities in high-need regions
PepsiCo operates dozens of production facilities across the U.S., with ongoing demand in regions like the South and Midwest. Filtering open roles by location helps you prioritize sites where hiring pressure is highest and sponsorship decisions move faster.
Use Migrate Mate to track open Plant Manager roles
PepsiCo posts Plant Manager openings across multiple channels, and listings move quickly. Use Migrate Mate to monitor verified sponsorship-eligible roles at PepsiCo in one place, so you're applying to positions confirmed open to international candidates.
Clarify your OPT or TN status early in interviews
If you're on F-1 OPT or TN status, disclose your work authorization timeline in the first substantive conversation. Plant Manager hiring cycles at large manufacturers can run three to six months, so both sides need to plan around your authorization window from the start.
Understand how PERM affects Plant Manager timelines
For EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, PepsiCo must complete a DOL PERM labor market test before filing. This process typically takes six to twelve months before USCIS sees the petition, so negotiate sponsorship commitments in writing during the offer stage, not after.
Prepare documentation showing direct P&L and headcount responsibility
H-1B specialty occupation approval for Plant Manager roles depends on demonstrating that the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. USCIS scrutinizes operations roles closely, so your resume and offer letter must clearly show engineering, supply chain, or food science degree requirements for the role.
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Find Plant Manager at PepsiCo JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does PepsiCo sponsor H-1B visas for Plant Managers?
Yes, PepsiCo sponsors H-1B visas for Plant Manager roles, though approval depends on USCIS accepting the position as a specialty occupation requiring a specific bachelor's degree. Roles framed around engineering, food science, or supply chain management have the strongest basis for H-1B classification. PepsiCo's size and established immigration infrastructure mean it has experience navigating these filings for operations leadership positions.
How do I apply for Plant Manager jobs at PepsiCo?
Applications go through PepsiCo's careers portal, where Plant Manager roles are listed by facility and business unit. You can also find sponsorship-confirmed openings through Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for international candidates. Tailor your application to reflect U.S. manufacturing compliance experience, leadership scope, and any relevant food and beverage industry background to stand out in a competitive applicant pool.
Which visa types does PepsiCo commonly use to sponsor Plant Managers?
PepsiCo sponsors Plant Managers through H-1B, TN (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT and CPT for early-career candidates, and immigrant visa pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for permanent residence. The right visa depends on your nationality, degree, and career stage. TN can be a faster near-term option for eligible candidates while a longer-term H-1B or Green Card process runs in parallel.
What qualifications does PepsiCo expect for sponsored Plant Manager roles?
PepsiCo typically looks for a bachelor's degree in engineering, food science, operations management, or a related field, plus several years of direct manufacturing leadership experience. Familiarity with FSMA food safety regulations, Lean manufacturing, and large-team P&L management is expected. For international hires, the degree and experience combination also needs to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation standards, so specific technical credentials carry more weight than general management experience.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Plant Manager offer at PepsiCo?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B standard processing runs three to six months, with premium processing available from USCIS for faster adjudication. TN status for Canadians can be obtained at the border on the same day as the offer, making it the fastest path. Green Card sponsorship through PERM and EB-2 or EB-3 adds at least one to two years before a priority date becomes current, so it's best initiated early in your tenure.
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