What do you think you will enjoy most about working in the food and beverage industry?

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The food and beverage industry continues to thrive globally and offers various avenues for advancement. Interviewers want to ensure that you have experience in the industry or at least a strong interest in learning more about the industry. This experience and interest will indicate your motivation for the job.

Research PepsiCo to find out how they compare to their competition. If you are new to the industry, you may want to learn more about how your position will relate to the bigger picture, whether it's manufacturing, sales, or marketing of the products.

Pepsi owns multiple brands, including 7-Up, Mountain Dew, Mug, Aquafina, Lipton, AMP Energy, SoBe, and even the Starbucks Frappuccino bottled drinks you love! Highlight your knowledge of the company, and make sure the interviewer knows that you've done your research!

"I am excited to put my sales and marketing degree to work with such a well-known and reputable company. I have always been interested in food and beverage marketing, but on a more personal level, I enjoy a variety of Pepsi products. In my job search, I applied to organizations I'm passionate about and support, so this is a natural match! I'm excited to learn how such a dominant company in the industry operates and is successful."

"I love that the food and beverage industry is innovative and ever-changing! New products are always being introduced, especially under the umbrella of brands that Pepsi owns, which keeps things interesting. I enjoy learning, so this is certainly the industry for me to be in."

"I am excited to work in the food and beverage industry because there is an opportunity for serious growth. When I worked at a food processing company, I started in the warehouse and was promoted within six months to delivery driver. When I found out about the delivery supervisor position with Pepsi, I was immediately interested. It is so motivating to work in an industry that recognizes my potential and abilities and gives me ample opportunity to grow my career."