Sarah Waugh
Plano,USA
Summary
Passionate people-first leader with 10+ years of experience in sustainability, supply chain, and fleet operations. Proven success in designing and executing internal engagement and education strategies, sustainability and grant communication, and aligning cross-functional initiatives with pep+ goals. Expert at inspiring action through engaging events, learning agendas and change management, and stakeholder collaboration across PepsiCo Foods and Beverage global teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HQ Fleet Sustainability Manager, Regulatory & Compliance Strategy
PepsiCo, Inc.
Plano, USA
07.2022 - Current
- Utilize internal network and headquarters fleet operations knowledge to bridge fleet strategies across Pepsi Beverages and Frito-Lay, in support of fleet productivity, efficiency, safety and PEP+ sustainability commitments
- Lead regulatory compliance strategy for PepsiCo owned fleets, ensuring nationwide compliance; subject matter expert for 10+ emissions reduction programs: EPA, CARB, SCAQMD WAIRE, Clean Truck Check, etc.
- Manage relationship and budget allocation of external clean transportation consulting firm, >$500M annually
- Present fleet initiatives at various external events – industry panels, policy summits, grant agency and government official visits to PepsiCo sites, etc.
- Monitor ongoing proposed climate bills and approved legislation at the federal, state, and local level; advise PepsiCo Government Affairs with feedback for lobbyists and industry groups
- Execute grant writing and compliance for high-profile fleet programs, >$30 million in funding awarded
- Partner with PepsiCo Legal, Government Affairs, Economic Development, and Communication teams to craft responses to government and media requests to highlight highly public Fleet transformation projects; Transforming Modesto press release reached over one billion media impressions, setting a record for Frito-Lay Comms (2023)
- Supported successful planning and execution of Transforming Modesto” external event, to highlight Frito-Lay fleet transformation and grant project that deployed the first on-road Tesla semi-trucks, aligned with pep+ strategy
- Consolidated WAIRE program management, resulting in $8MM compliance fee avoidance and future credit banking.
- Lead team responsible for PepsiCo’s owned fleet EPA SmartWay reporting and grant asset management tools
- Serve as PepsiCo liaison for ACT Expo and High-Volume Fleet Advisory Committee (2023-present)
- Secured PepsiCo fleet funding to co-sponsor Women of EVs mixer event at ACT Expo 2025 (hosted 130+ attendees)
- PepsiCo VENTURE High Potential Leadership Program – 2024 Cohort
HQ Fleet Manager –Shared Services & National Rentals
PepsiCo, Inc.
Plano, USA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Led sustainable sourcing strategy for rental assets across PepsiCo fleets, aligning with pep+ commitments
- Managed team of six that directly sourced all rental assets for all PepsiCo fleets (PFNA, PBNA, Blue Cloud startup)
- Owned national rental strategy and reservation execution processes for PBNA and PFNA fleets
- Implemented closed-loop rental reporting and change management processes to improve operational efficiency
- Managed national fleet licensing and registration, and special permitting process with third-party vendor
Fleet Associate Leader – Fleet Safety & Compliance
PepsiCo, Inc.
Plano, USA
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Led National Fleet technician safety programs, resulting in 30% reduction in OSHA recordable incidents YoY
- Partnered with Sector EHS teams to develop and execute fleet-specific policies and communication campaigns to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, GEHSMS, DOT, TEST Drive, FMCSA Roadside stops, etc.
- Designed and executed national “Better Together” fleet safety campaigns and virtual roundtables to engage frontline employees and senior leadership.
- Created and implemented “safety stand downs” and quarterly reviews to drive frontline safety performance and celebrate success
HQ Fleet Safety & Compliance Analyst
PepsiCo, Inc.
Plano, USA
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Deployed branded fleet safety programs and training video campaign across U.S. and Canada, enhancing a compliance culture
- Designed and introduced Fleet-specific safety and compliance scorecards for Fleet leadership, U.S., and Canada
- Managed Fleet safety and training vendor RFPs with Global Procurement partners, responsible for >$500,000 annually
- Oversaw PepsiCo design specification of LockNClimb ladder, directed national delivery rollout and training
- Led one of the first entirely virtual cross-functional LSS Kaizen events for Frito-Lay, amidst Covid-19 pandemic, driving innovation and collaboration in new ways
Sustainability & Packaging Analyst
MegaMex Foods, LLC., Wholly Guacamole (a Hormel subsidiary)
Saginaw, USA
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Solely responsible for all sustainability and social impact programs, including recycling, energy efficiency, food waste and emissions reduction projects, employee wellness, and corporate cultural transition. Unique supply chain and CPG experience. Reported directly to Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain.
- Prepared GHG and environmental reporting for all locations, including CDP, Walmart Sustainability Index, and EcoVadis
- Managed relationship with sustainability research and consulting firm; reduced annual consulting budget, ~15%, YoY
- Executed various social/ethical audits (Sedex SMETA 4 Pillar, Supplier Workplace Accountability, etc.)
- Initiated ground-breaking partnership with international NGO to advance regenerative agriculture and environmental stewardship
- Executed wind power PPA to offset ~95% of electricity emissions at Mexico facility, largest operational GHG source.
- Implemented Responsible Sourcing Standards in 2018, with first round supplier audits executed in 2019
- Educated marketing and engineering teams to ensure the highest standards for packaging materials, including recyclability, food safety, and design, including heavy partnership with international operations teams
- Directly managed C-TPAT program and auditing (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), ensuring the highest level of compliance with Customs and Border Patrol regulations and international security standards
- Served as a marketing and human resources liaison; provided interviews and created training and educational materials; planned and executed various external community events
Education
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TXBachelor of Business Administration - Upper-Level Honors
Tarleton State University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Event Planning
- Employee Campaigns
- Cross-Functional Partnerships
- ERG Leadership
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Sustainability Reporting
- Environmental Reporting
- Grant Writing
- Compliance
- Sustainability Engagement
- Internal Communications
- External Communications
- Regulatory Compliance Strategy
Community Outreach And Leadership
- Frito-Lay EQUAL ERG Board Member & EQUAL Mentoring Circle Mentor, 2024 - Present
- PepsiCo Plano Green Team – Community Outreach Officer, 2024 - Present
- ACT Expo Clean Transportation Event: Fleet Only Event - Panelist, 04/25
- Women in Trucking Member, 2022 - Present
- NextUp Texas Member, 2022 - Present
- Hormel Sustainability 'Best of the Best' Competition: Top 10 Finalist, 12/18
- Community Yoga Teacher, Safe Haven Women’s Shelter, Girl Scouts, Dallas ISD, Hearts & Minds Activity Center
Timeline
HQ Fleet Sustainability Manager, Regulatory & Compliance Strategy
PepsiCo, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
HQ Fleet Manager –Shared Services & National Rentals
PepsiCo, Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
Fleet Associate Leader – Fleet Safety & Compliance
PepsiCo, Inc.
10.2020 - 09.2021
HQ Fleet Safety & Compliance Analyst
PepsiCo, Inc.
02.2019 - 10.2020
Sustainability & Packaging Analyst
MegaMex Foods, LLC., Wholly Guacamole (a Hormel subsidiary)
01.2016 - 02.2019
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Texas Woman’s University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Upper-Level Honors
Tarleton State University