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-pleasing products while fostering positive impacts on communities and the planet. PepsiCo's Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) division focuses on delivering refreshing beverages through efficient supply chains and dedicated teams. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a dynamic organization that values performance, diversity, and employee development.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Daytona Beach, Florida, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll ensure PepsiCo products are prominently displayed and readily available in high-volume grocery stores. This labor-intensive position involves stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining organized backrooms. With a consistent schedule and specific start times, you'll service assigned accounts efficiently while building strong relationships with store personnel. Starting at $20.40 per hour, this role offers mileage reimbursement for those using personal vehicles, making it an excellent entry point into PepsiCo's merchandising career path.

Day-to-Day Impact

As a Merchandiser, your work directly influences product visibility and sales. You'll interact daily with store managers and staff, addressing issues and ensuring compliance with merchandising standards. This self-managed role requires minimal supervision, rewarding proactive individuals who can operate handheld devices for orders and follow designated routes.

Key Responsibilities

In this Merchandiser role, you'll handle a variety of tasks to keep stores stocked and appealing:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transport products from storage to sales floor using equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintain neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers.
• Build customer relationships at the store level and deliver exceptional service.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and servicing accounts during designated times.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• Be 18 years or older.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting).
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License, proof of insurance, and personal transportation for multi-store routes.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery store work, product movement, merchandising, backroom inventory management, and customer service. A conditional offer requires background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly pay of $20.40, equating to approximately $42,432 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities for varied shifts over time.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies, including protections for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability.
• Access to PepsiCo's EEO resources and pay transparency statements.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development, offering paths from Merchandiser to roles in sales, distribution, and management. Gain hands-on experience in retail operations, customer engagement, and inventory control—skills transferable across industries. Many team members advance through performance-based opportunities, training programs, and mentorship. Realistic Job Preview videos provide insight into daily life, ensuring a great fit for long-term success.

Why Join Us

Work for a global leader in Daytona Beach, where you'll enjoy stable employment, physical activity in a rewarding environment, and the pride of representing beloved brands. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity, sustainability, and innovation creates a supportive culture. With fair hiring practices and a focus on safety, this role offers immediate impact and future potential in the food and beverage industry.

Role FAQs

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

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

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

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

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application online and prepare for background and drug screening.