Pepciso

Role: Data Analyst

College: Not Specified

Interview Date: October 17, 2025

Interview Type: Full-Time

Result: Not Yet

Difficulty: Average

Rounds: 3 rounds

Topics Asked: Resume Discussion, Motivation, Excel, Tableau, SQL, Data Visualization, Behavioral (STAR method)

Experience:

The interview process for a Data Analyst role at PepsiCo typically comprises three stages over two weeks. The candidate prepared by reviewing SQL queries, data visualization tools, and brushing up on the STAR method for behavioral questions.

Initial Screen (Phone): This phone call focused on discussing the candidate's resume and motivation for the role. The interviewer was cordial, creating a positive atmosphere.

Technical Interview: This round involved practical tasks with Excel and Tableau, lasting around 45 minutes. The candidate was asked to analyze a dataset within a limited timeframe. Questions included explaining a time when a large dataset was analyzed and how accuracy was ensured (e.g., using SQL, Excel pivot tables, Tableau for visualization).

Behavioral Interview: This 30-minute round incorporated STAR-based questions to gauge problem-solving and teamwork skills. Examples of behavioral questions included:

• Tell me about a time you had to adapt to a significant change at work.
• Describe a time you had to meet a tough deadline in a supply chain project.
• How would you utilize data analytics to improve supply chain efficiency at PepsiCo?
• Describe a technical challenge you faced in a previous role and how you overcame it.

Overall, the experience was positive, with respectful and communicative interviewers.