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. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate individuals dedicated to delivering innovative products that bring joy to consumers. In the U.S., PepsiCo's Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) division powers retail partnerships with grocery stores and supermarkets, ensuring products are perfectly placed for maximum customer satisfaction. As a Merchandiser in Auburn, Maine, you'll play a vital role in this dynamic supply chain, representing PepsiCo's commitment to quality and excellence in every store aisle.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Auburn, Maine, covering Portland, Falmouth, and Freeport areas, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Earning $24.10 per hour with weekly paychecks, this job offers morning shifts, a consistent schedule, and the flexibility to grow within the company. Responsibilities focus on product merchandising in high-volume grocery stores, including stocking shelves, rotating products, building displays, and maintaining backroom organization. This labor-intensive role requires physical stamina—lifting cases from 20-45 pounds, bending, reaching, and using equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks. With a reliable vehicle essential for multi-store routes, you'll receive mileage reimbursement at $0.725 per mile. Plus, enjoy a $2500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits starting day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your daily impact will be felt across assigned accounts. Primary duties include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products to ensure eye-catching presentation.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Setting up promotional materials like signs and banners to drive sales.
• Organizing backroom stock for efficiency and communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level while delivering exceptional service.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes, using handheld devices for orders.

Operating under minimal supervision, this self-managed role emphasizes reliability, predictability, and attentiveness to customer needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Merchandiser, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

• Be 18 years or older.
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Have a reliable personal vehicle for accessing multiple store locations within shifts.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (lifting 20-45 lbs, bending, squatting).
• Complete pre-employment background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery store work, product movement, merchandising, backroom inventory management, and customer service. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable fair chance laws, including those in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members from day one, offering competitive perks tailored for work-life balance and financial security:

• $2500 sign-on bonus to kickstart your career.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401K options starting immediately.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Weekly pay at $24.10/hour, equating to approximately $50,128 annually based on full-time hours.
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.725 per mile for personal vehicle use.
• Morning shifts with consistent scheduling and opportunities for varied routes over time.

Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to get a real sense of the role.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your future with robust career development paths. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to roles in sales, route sales, operations management, and beyond. Many team members advance quickly through hands-on experience, internal training programs, and leadership opportunities. With PepsiCo's global presence, your skills in merchandising and customer relations can propel you toward supervisory positions, regional roles, or specialized supply chain careers. Reliable performers often secure preferred schedules and expanded territories, fostering long-term growth in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a legendary brand that shapes consumer experiences daily. In Auburn, Maine, you'll service key grocery accounts in Portland, Falmouth, and Freeport, building lasting store partnerships while enjoying premium compensation and benefits unmatched in the industry. PepsiCo's culture emphasizes inclusivity, innovation, and recognition, with equal opportunity for all regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Experience the pride of stocking shelves with products millions love, all while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Role FAQs

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, a reliable personal vehicle is required for multi-store routes, with mileage reimbursement provided.

What shifts are available?

Morning shifts with consistent start times; opportunities to adjust schedules with tenure.

Are benefits immediate?

Yes, health, dental, vision, and 401K start day one, plus paid time off.

Is experience required?

Helpful but not mandatory—training provided for motivated candidates.

How much lifting is involved?

Cases weigh 20-45 pounds; physical capabilities test required.

Ready to merchandise with PepsiCo? Apply today and elevate your career!