CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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Date: Thu Mar 11 2004 - 12:40:13 PST

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    Nutrition Information Coordinator

    Frito-Lay North America R&D

    Plano, TX

    These are very exciting times for PepsiCo. With more than 140,000 employees
    around the world, we’re all part of a strong and successful business. And
    although we're in different divisions and countries, we share a common set
    of values and goals. We all know that success takes the work of talented
    and dedicated people who are committed to making an impact every day. Our
    ability to grow year after year is driven by our ability to attract,
    develop, and retain world-class people who will thrive in our environment.
    This is why we are committed to making PepsiCo the best consumer products
    company in the world in every aspect of our business. PepsiCo - Taste The
    Success! symbolizes what we stand for as an organization. Our goal is to
    capture and convey the excitement of being part of a dynamic,
    results-oriented company, with powerful brands and world class people.

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Nutrition Information Coordinator will work in the Nutrition Labeling
    group to develop ingredient statements and nutrition information for new
    products. Additionally, the person in this position will have the
    responsibility to develop nutrition information for schools, Consumer
    Affairs and for the health care professional program. Flexibility and the
    ability to work well under pressure with multiple timelines are essential
    personal attributes.

    Principal Accountabilities:
        * Database maintenance. Includes updating ingredient database, running
    calculated nutrition information for product development on new products,
    and reporting on the nutrient testing of existing products.
        * Manage nutrition information programs. Includes developing and
    providing existing information to Direct Sales, Consumer Affairs, Public
    Relations, and Product Development.
        * Assist with the Professional Nutrition program. Development of
    nutrition information, brochures and management of project.
        * Nutrition Labeling and Ingredient Statements. The position will
    involve increasing responsibilities in all aspects in the regulatory role
    of nutrition labeling.

    Nature and Scope:
        * Nutrition labeling is mandatory and federal regulations specify rules
    for labeling. The interaction will primarily be with the Product
    Development scientists and the Nutrition Group.
        * The Direct Sales program in schools has become a major initiative for
    the company and nutrition support is needed to maintain and update
    information for the Sales team.
        * The development of nutrition information for nutrition professionals
    is a major initiative to support the baked business and the interaction is
    primarily with the Marketing Department.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

    § Minimum Job Requirements: Masters degree in nutrition or related
    science is preferred. (B.S. degree in nutrition and 2 years of work
    experience in the food industry will be considered. Excellent communication
    and math skills are critical to this position. The successful individual
    should be able to work both independently and as a team member.

    If you meet these qualifications and wish to become a member of our dynamic
    team, please your resume for immediate consideration to: Elizabeth Musico,
    Staffing Manager at elizabeth.h.musico@fritolay.com. For additional
    details, please refer to our website at www.fritolayjobs.com.

    NOTE: This job opportunity came from a UC Davis alumni. She welcomes any
    questions you might have:

    Carol McCall
    Project Scientist, Potato Chips
    Frito-Lay
    7701 Legacy Dr.
    Plano, TX 75024
    Phone: (972)334-2798
    Fax: (972)334-2329

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    Vita Cooper, Undergraduate Staff Advisor

    Nutrition Undergraduate Advising Office
    3211 Meyer Hall
    University of California, Davis
    One Shields Avenue
    Davis, CA 95616

    E-mail: nutritionadvising@ucdavis.edu
    Phone: (530) 752-2512 Fax: (530) 752-8966

    http://nutrition.ucdavis.edu

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