About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a 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 consumer enjoyment while creating positive impacts on the planet. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through innovative products and exceptional service. As a Merchandiser in Cherryville, North Carolina, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these brands shine on store shelves, contributing to PepsiCo's mission of sustainable growth and consumer satisfaction.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Cherryville, NC, is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. This full-time opportunity pays $20.35 per hour (approximately $42,328 annually based on standard hours) and involves merchandising products in high-volume grocery stores. You'll stock shelves, rotate products, set up eye-catching displays, and maintain coolers and backrooms. 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 consistent schedule, minimal supervision, and opportunities for varied shifts over time, it's ideal for reliable self-starters passionate about retail operations and customer interaction.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your day-to-day duties ensure products are perfectly positioned for maximum sales. Primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment such as U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials like signs and banners to drive impulse buys.
• Organizing backroom stock in neat condition and communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level through excellent service, rapport, and attentiveness.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out, designated routes, and using handheld devices for orders.

This role demands regular, reliable attendance and the ability to operate independently while servicing accounts on management's schedule.

Physical Demands

Expect a labor-intensive workday involving pushing, pulling, squatting, and repetitive lifting. The position interacts directly with store personnel, requiring strong communication skills.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

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

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery work (understanding backrooms, stocking aisles), moving products safely with equipment, merchandising (building displays, rotating stock), managing inventory, and serving customers. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, and verifies education, employment, and driving history per applicable laws, including fair chance ordinances in select areas. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered consistently with legal requirements.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly wage of $20.35, equating to strong annual earnings.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with potential for varied shifts as you gain experience.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a global company.
• Equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
• Access to Realistic Job Preview Video for informed decision-making.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development, offering paths from merchandising to sales, route sales, and management roles. With time and performance, you can attain different schedules, take on larger accounts, or move into supervisory positions. PepsiCo's commitment to training, leadership programs, and internal mobility ensures long-term growth in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo as a Merchandiser in Cherryville means being part of a legacy brand that refreshes the world. Enjoy stable employment, physical activity in a rewarding role, and the pride of seeing PepsiCo products delight customers daily. Our inclusive culture, focus on safety, and fair hiring practices make us an employer of choice. Contribute to a sustainable future while building skills for tomorrow—apply now and stock your career with opportunity.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time role with a consistent schedule and specific start times.

What physical abilities are required?

You must lift 20-45 lb cases, bend, reach, squat, and use transport equipment.

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, a personal car is required for multi-store access, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

Yes, qualified applicants are evaluated per fair chance laws and FCRA requirements.

How do I apply?

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