About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, PepsiCo operates globally, delivering innovative products that bring joy to consumers every day. With a commitment to sustainability, diversity, and community impact, PepsiCo employs over 300,000 people worldwide. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through exceptional merchandising and distribution. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a dynamic team that values performance, innovation, and employee development. As a Merchandiser in Cheektowaga, New York, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on shelves across grocery stores and retailers.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Cheektowaga, NY, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll be responsible for product merchandising in high-volume stores such as grocery chains. This labor-intensive job involves stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining backroom organization. With a consistent schedule and specific start times, this role offers reliability and the potential to adjust schedules over time. Earn $23.35 per hour while using your personal vehicle to service multiple accounts, with mileage reimbursement provided. Ideal for retail enthusiasts with experience in stocking, inventory, and customer interaction, this position emphasizes self-management and building store-level relationships.

Day-to-Day Impact

Each day, you'll visit assigned stores to ensure PepsiCo products are perfectly positioned for maximum sales. From cooler stocking to promotional signage, your work directly influences customer purchases and store satisfaction. This field-based role requires physical stamina, as you'll lift cases weighing 20-45 pounds, bend, reach, squat, and operate equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotating products in the backroom and on shelves to ensure freshness and availability.
• Transporting products from backroom to sales floor using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials like signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintaining backroom stock in neat, orderly condition and communicating store issues to managers.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level through excellent service and communication.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out, designated routes, and service times.
• Operating under minimal supervision while using handheld devices to input orders.
• Delivering top-tier customer service by addressing needs and resolving issues promptly.

Regular, reliable attendance is essential for success in this self-managed role.

Qualifications & Requirements

To qualify for the Merchandiser role at PepsiCo in Cheektowaga, NY, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

• Be 18 years or older.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (if applicable).
• Possess a car or personal transportation to access multi-store locations within assigned shifts.
• Hold a valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.

Helpful experience includes:

• Working in retail or grocery stores, understanding operations, backrooms, and inventory.
• Moving products safely using equipment like u-boats and dollies.
• Merchandising products, building displays, rotating stock, and eliminating out-of-stocks.
• Managing backroom inventory by organizing pallets and storage.
• Serving customers, handling complaints, and meeting needs.

Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history are required. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair chance hiring for qualified applicants with criminal histories, in line with applicable laws like the Fair Credit Reporting Act and local ordinances.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers competitive compensation and benefits for Merchandisers:

• Hourly pay of $23.35, equating to approximately $48,568 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent full-time schedule with opportunities for schedule flexibility over time.
• Comprehensive training and realistic job preview video available.
• Career development paths within PBNA and PepsiCo's global network.
• Supportive culture emphasizing safety, diversity, and inclusion.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee growth, offering paths from Merchandiser to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales Supervisor, or District Manager. With performance-based opportunities, internal training programs, and leadership development, you'll gain skills in sales, operations, and management. Many PepsiCo leaders started in field roles like this, building expertise in consumer goods merchandising.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo's Cheektowaga team to work for a global icon with local impact. Enjoy stable employment, physical activity in a rewarding environment, and direct contributions to brand success. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability—through initiatives like PepsiCo Positive (pep+)—means your work supports positive change. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we celebrate diversity in race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability. Apply now to bring PepsiCo products to life in New York stores.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time position? Yes, full-time with a consistent schedule.

Q: Do I need my own vehicle? Yes, with a valid driver's license and insurance; mileage reimbursed.

Q: What physical demands are involved? Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, and using equipment.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered? Yes, per fair chance laws after conditional offer.

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application online; watch the Realistic Job Preview Video for insights.