About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Doritos, and Quaker. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, PepsiCo operates in over 200 countries, employing more than 300,000 people globally. The company is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and delivering consumer-pleasing products while fostering positive impacts on communities and the planet. PepsiCo's Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) division focuses on beverages and snacks distribution, ensuring products reach stores efficiently through a robust supply chain. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a dynamic team that values performance, integrity, and collaboration.

Role Overview

The Delivery Relief Route Sales Driver position at PepsiCo in Erie, Pennsylvania, is a full-time opportunity for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments. As a relief driver, you will fill in as the primary store-level salesperson, selling and delivering products to regular customers including convenience stores, gas stations, small supermarkets, drug stores, and restaurants. This role requires driving a Class A CDL-required delivery vehicle in various weather conditions, stocking shelves, building displays, and generating sales through exceptional customer service. With a disclosed pay rate of $22.90 per hour, this position offers stability and the chance to represent world-class brands daily. Ideal for those with trucking experience seeking reliable employment in the food and beverage industry.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be the face of PepsiCo at each customer location, ensuring products are delivered fresh and displays are eye-catching. Primary accountabilities include selling and executing all promotions to boost sales, servicing all scheduled customers by the end of your shift, and delivering products directly into stores. You will rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain quality standards, comply with operating procedures such as scan-in/scan-out and following designated routes, and deliver top-tier customer service through communication, rapport building, and attentiveness to needs. Additionally, you will merchandise all accounts to local standards, establish positive relationships with primary contacts, build displays, set up promotional materials like pricing signs and banners, place future orders, generate invoices, and handle daily cash settlements. Physical demands involve pushing/pulling cases of 20-45 pounds repeatedly, kneeling, climbing, bending, reaching, and walking throughout the day.

Daily Operations

Expect frequent interaction with store management as you oversee stocking in coolers, vending equipment, and backrooms. Your role ensures PepsiCo products are always available and prominently displayed, driving repeat business and customer loyalty.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a Delivery Relief Route Sales Driver, candidates must meet basic qualifications: be 21 years or older, hold a valid U.S. CDL with Non-Excepted Interstate Status (specific notes for California locations do not apply here), pass a DOT Physical and DOT Road Test, pass physical capability testing if applicable, and adhere to all DOT Regulations. Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery settings (understanding store operations, backroom inventory, stocking), sales experience (introducing products, launching promotions, establishing distribution points), operating CDL trucks (driving forwards/backwards, maneuvering in tight spaces), performing basic financial calculations (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, profit margins), and using handheld computers for data entry and transactions.

Pre-Employment Checks

Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, education verification, employment history review, and motor vehicle/driving history checks in compliance with applicable laws, including fair chance ordinances. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per FCRA and local regulations. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance is essential.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers competitive compensation starting at $22.90 per hour for this role, translating to an annual range with upside potential. Benefits include mileage reimbursement for positions using personal vehicles on sales routes, comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and employee discounts on PepsiCo products. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo provides consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Additional perks encompass training programs, wellness initiatives, and community involvement opportunities.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development, offering paths to advance from route sales to supervisory roles, fleet management, or sales leadership. Many drivers progress to key account specialists or operations managers. With ongoing training in sales techniques, safety, and product knowledge, this entry point builds a foundation for long-term success in supply chain and distribution careers.

Why Join Us

Erie, Pennsylvania, offers a vibrant community with Lake Erie's natural beauty, making it an ideal base for this route-based role. PepsiCo's commitment to innovation and sustainability means you're contributing to a forward-thinking company. Enjoy job stability, competitive pay, and the satisfaction of direct customer impact. PepsiCo's inclusive culture supports diverse talents, providing tools for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Role FAQs

Is a Class A CDL required?

Yes, a valid U.S. CDL is required for operating the delivery vehicle.

What are the physical demands?

The role involves lifting 20-45 pound cases repeatedly, plus kneeling, climbing, bending, reaching, and walking.

Does this position include benefits?

Yes, full-time roles come with health benefits, retirement plans, and more.

Is experience necessary?

CDL and DOT compliance are required; retail, sales, or trucking experience is helpful but not mandatory.

How does PepsiCo support fair hiring?

We comply with fair chance laws, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable regulations.