Recruitment Specialist - Western Canada

The Recruitment Specialist for Western Canada will support the success of PepsiCo Canada by leading recruitment initiatives that strengthen our ability to attract and select top talent.   This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping PepsiCo’s early talent pipeline and helping launch the next generation of talent.

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, this role provides full-cycle recruitment support for a variety of career opportunities across Field Sales and Supply Chain in Western Canada.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

• Execute end-to-end recruitment for assigned scope and ensure seamless candidate experiences
• Partner with hiring teams to understand talent needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Communicate with Hiring Managers, HR Partners and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Organize recruitment campaigns, career fairs, and campus initiatives.
• Execute campus recruitment, including building and maintaining partnerships with key universities, colleges, and student organizations.
• Represent PepsiCo as a brand ambassador at campus events, career fairs, and networking sessions.
• Support national programs such as Co-op Placements and New Grad Hiring pipelines
• Collaborate with the national TA team to deliver a consistent, high-quality campus experience across Canada
• Manage job postings, screen resumes, and schedule interviews.
• Leverage various digital platforms to source talented candidates.
• Pre-screen candidates to ensure that they fit the respective job specifications.
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry and candidate management through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Initiate background checks for candidates and communicate results as required to ensure speed of hiring.
• Maintain compliance with employment legislation and internal hiring policies.

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, or Business.
• 1-2 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment or HR specialist capacity
• Experience in campus recruitment, engaging with students, universities, and early career candidates is an asset
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems
• Solid knowledge of hiring practices and employment legislation
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of accuracy and execution.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage ambiguous situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset and strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with keen attention to detail.
• High degree of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Careers to Smile About:

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.