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, Quaker, and Tropicana. 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-loved products while fostering positive impacts on the planet and communities. PepsiCo's North American division, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA), powers the U.S. beverage market with efficient supply chain operations and a dedicated workforce of drivers, merchandisers, and logistics experts. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a dynamic team that values performance, safety, and professional development.

Role Overview

The Local Delivery Driver - CDL A position at PepsiCo in Greenwood, Mississippi, offers a hands-on opportunity to drive impactful deliveries for a global leader in beverages and snacks. This full-time role involves operating a delivery vehicle to service local stores, ensuring products are stocked, displayed, and promoted effectively. With a disclosed pay rate of $27.00 per hour, equating to approximately $56,160 annually, this position provides stable income and the chance to work independently while building key relationships with retail partners. Drivers handle everything from unloading pallets to merchandising shelves, making it ideal for those with trucking experience who thrive in fast-paced, physical environments. Safety is paramount, with strict adherence to DOT regulations ensuring reliable and compliant operations.

Daily Impact in Greenwood, MS

Based in Greenwood, drivers service a variety of customers, including foodservice accounts, grocery stores, and convenience outlets. You'll navigate local routes, maneuver in tight spaces, and execute promotions to boost product visibility. This role demands physical stamina—lifting cases of 20-45 pounds repeatedly and using forces up to 150 pounds for pushing/pulling—but rewards with the satisfaction of keeping shelves stocked and customers happy.

Key Responsibilities

As a Local Delivery Driver - CDL A, your core duties focus on efficient delivery and superior merchandising:

• Drive delivery vehicles safely to all scheduled customers, completing routes by shift end.
• Unload pallets using electronic pallet jacks or hand trucks and stage products in store backrooms.
• Rotate and stock products on shelves, in coolers, displays, and vending equipment to maintain freshness and appeal.
• Build small displays, install pricing signs, banners, and promotional materials.
• Generate invoices, settle daily cash and charges accurately.
• Interact professionally with store management and receiving personnel for load acceptance.

These responsibilities ensure PepsiCo products are always front-and-center, driving sales and customer loyalty.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, candidates must meet essential qualifications:

• Be 21 years or older.
• Hold a valid U.S. CDL A with Non-Excepted Interstate Status (specific rules apply in certain CA locations).
• Pass DOT drug test, DOT physical, pre-employment background check, and driving history review.
• Demonstrate physical capability: lift 20-45 lbs repeatedly, push/pull 40-150 lbs, reach, squat, and bend during deliveries.
• Communicate effectively in English for customer interactions and documentation.

Helpful experience includes operating CDL trucks, adhering to DOT rules, merchandising products, using pallet jacks/hand trucks, and maintaining logs like medical cards. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws, including FCRA compliance and local ordinances in CA and LA.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers competitive compensation and robust benefits for Local Delivery Drivers:

• $27.00 hourly pay with potential for overtime.
• Comprehensive health insurance, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and wellness programs.
• Employee discounts on PepsiCo products.
• Professional development and safety training.

These perks support work-life balance and long-term financial security.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development, offering paths from driver to fleet supervisor, route sales leader, or logistics management. Internal training programs, leadership courses, and performance-based promotions enable upward mobility. Many drivers advance within 1-2 years, leveraging skills in operations, customer service, and safety compliance. Greenwood's location provides regional opportunities within PBNA's expansive network.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for stability, recognition, and purpose. As a driver, you'll contribute to a brand that refreshes the world while enjoying a supportive culture prioritizing safety, diversity, and inclusion. EEO policies ensure fair treatment regardless of race, gender, veteran status, or disability. In Greenwood, MS, join a tight-knit team delivering excellence daily. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth make this more than a job—it's a career launchpad.

Role FAQs

Q: Is experience required? CDL A is required; helpful experience in trucking, merchandising, and DOT compliance preferred.

Q: What physical demands are there? Lifting 20-45 lbs repeatedly, pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs, bending, and squatting.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered? Yes, per fair chance laws and FCRA.

Q: What's the schedule? Full-time, with routes completed by shift end; some variability based on routes.

Q: How do I apply? Submit via PepsiCo careers site; preview the Driver Job Video for insights.