Apoorva Agarwal

Manager R&D (PepsiCo) | Food Regulatory affairs (FSSAI/ EFSA) I FSSAI compliance matrix I Nutrition research & Innovation | Claim build/substantiation I Food specification management: Legacy & Innovation (AMESA & EU)

Role: R & d Manager Team Lead at PepsiCo
Location: Hyderabad, TG, IN
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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About Apoorva Agarwal

Food scientist with 13 years’ experience as an R&D professional, proficient in Food regulatory review (India/Pak), FSSAI compliance matrix build (Snacks & bev RMs); claim building/substantiation (FSSAI & EFSA), New ING/Product Research (NPR) and formulation development (nutritional supplements: Adult/child/Diabetic); scientific content development (ICMR)Role expansion to Project/People mgmt- Specification management (Foods) for AMESA and Europe (legacy and Pioneer Innovation), Currently working as Manager- R&D/ team lead (PepsiCo): Pioneer AOP (South Africa) Specifications managementPrevious role: Team lead Ingredient specification mgmt.(PepsiCo ICC)(AMESA & EU)

Experience

R & d Manager Team Lead
PepsiCo
Mar 2025 — Present
RM, formula, FGE Specification lead for Pioneer AOP (PepsiCo Foods SA Innovation): Managing and building a strong team of 7

Education

Lady Irwin College, Delhi University
Master's degree, Food and Nutrition (Specialization: Food Science & Processing)
2010 — 2012
Lady Irwin College, Delhi University
B.Sc.(Specialization: Food and Nutrition)
2007 — 2010

Skills

Food Microbiology
Scientific Data Research
Sensory Evaluation
Claim Substantiation
Food
Nutritional Analysis
Research
Food Safety
Regulatory Affairs
R&D
Nutrition Recommendations
Food Science
Literature Reviews
Regulatory Requirements
Powerpoint
Microsoft Excel
New Product Ideas
Market Competition Mapping

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Current company

PepsiCo

Food and Beverage Services · 10K employees · 700 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, New York, 10577, US

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better.

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