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 to stores nationwide, ensuring products are perfectly merchandised and ready for customers. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions help refresh the world.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Holiday, Florida, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on store shelves in high-volume grocery and retail locations. This full-time position pays $21.45 per hour (approximately $44,616 annually based on standard hours) and involves hands-on work stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining backroom organization. You'll interact daily with store personnel, building relationships while delivering top-tier customer service. The 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 and minimal supervision, this self-managed position offers reliability and the chance to grow within PepsiCo's expansive network.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties as a PepsiCo Merchandiser will keep stores stocked and appealing:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotate products in the backroom and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transport products from backroom to sales floor using equipment such as U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials like signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintain backroom stock in neat, orderly condition and communicate any store issues to managers.
• Build strong customer relationships at the store level through effective communication and attentiveness.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Service accounts during management-established times, operating under minimal supervision with handheld devices for orders.

Physical Demands

This labor-intensive role involves loading, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and reaching. Expect to handle cases weighing 20-45 pounds regularly, ensuring safe and efficient product movement.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a 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 access to a car or personal transportation for multi-store routes.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery stores (understanding operations, stocking aisles, managing inventory), moving products safely with equipment, merchandising (building displays, rotating stock), and serving customers effectively. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, and verifies education, employment, and driving history in compliance with fair chance laws like the California Fair Chance Act and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly wage of $21.45, with mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent schedule with specific start times and dedicated customers, plus opportunities for varied schedules as you gain experience.
• Comprehensive training and tools, including handheld devices and equipment.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, fostering work-life balance.
• Inclusive culture with EEO policies ensuring fair consideration for all.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement within PepsiCo. Many team members progress to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales Supervisor, or District Manager. Gain hands-on experience in merchandising, sales, and operations, building skills transferable across PBNA and PepsiCo's global operations. With performance-based opportunities, your dedication can lead to increased responsibilities, leadership positions, and higher earnings. PepsiCo invests in employee development through training programs, mentorship, and internal mobility, helping you build a rewarding long-term career in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for stability, impact, and excitement. In Holiday, Florida, you'll service key accounts, ensuring beloved brands reach consumers fresh and attractively displayed. Enjoy a supportive environment with minimal supervision, reliable pay, and perks like mileage reimbursement. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability, diversity, and innovation means you're joining a forward-thinking leader. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action. Be part of a team that refreshes the world—one shelf at a time.

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 valid license and insurance; mileage reimbursed.

Q: What physical demands are there? Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, pushing/pulling; pass physical test if required.

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

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application today and join PepsiCo's winning team in Holiday, FL!