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 PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) division powers the U.S. beverage business, ensuring products reach consumers through efficient supply chains and dedicated teams. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions help refresh the world and create moments of joy.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in the Houston, Texas area, specifically serving Crosby, Baytown, and Mont Belvieu, is a full-time role offering $22.80 per hour. This labor-intensive position involves merchandising products in high-volume grocery and retail stores. You'll stock shelves, rotate products, set up eye-catching displays, manage coolers and backrooms, and ensure PepsiCo brands shine on the sales floor. With rotating shifts and a consistent schedule, this self-managed role provides the autonomy to thrive while building strong store relationships. Ideal for those with retail experience, it's an entry point into PepsiCo's dynamic operations team, complete with mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

As a Merchandiser, your day-to-day impact is hands-on and vital to store success. Primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts to maximize visibility and sales.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive impulse buys.
• Maintaining neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Building customer relationships at the store level through proactive communication and attentiveness.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes.
• Delivering exceptional customer service by responding to needs and fostering rapport.
• Operating under minimal supervision with regular use of handheld devices for orders.

This role requires physical stamina, including lifting 20-45 pound cases, bending, reaching, and squatting.

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

Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery stores, moving products with equipment, merchandising shelves and displays, managing backroom inventory, and serving customers effectively. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screenings, and verifies driving history to ensure safety. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per fair chance laws, including those in California and Los Angeles. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, embracing diversity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Physical Demands

This position is labor-intensive, involving lifting, loading, pushing, pulling cases up to 45 pounds, and repetitive motions like bending and squatting.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• $22.80 hourly wage, equating to approximately $47,424 annually based on full-time hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for sales route travel using your personal vehicle.
• Full-time employment with rotating shifts and opportunities for schedule flexibility over time.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies and fair chance hiring practices.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, including potential for health coverage, retirement plans, and employee discounts (details provided upon hire).
• Training and development resources to build skills in a supportive environment.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors at PepsiCo. Many advance to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales District Leader, or operations management. PepsiCo invests in talent through leadership programs, on-the-job training, and performance-based promotions. With a consistent schedule and self-managed structure, you'll gain retail expertise, customer-facing skills, and operational knowledge transferable across the company's global network. Long-term, PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability and innovation positions you for rewarding career progression in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for stability, impact, and growth in Houston's vibrant market. Serve key areas like Crosby, Baytown, and Mont Belvieu while representing world-class brands. Enjoy a premium work culture emphasizing safety, teamwork, and recognition. PepsiCo's scale offers unmatched opportunities, from local store partnerships to national initiatives. Be part of a company that's not just selling products but shaping consumer experiences and community well-being. With fair pay, reimbursement perks, and inclusive hiring, this is your chance to launch or elevate your career.

Role FAQs

What is the pay rate?

$22.80 per hour for full-time work.

Are shifts rotating?

Yes, rotating shifts with specific start times and consistent customer routes.

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, with valid license, insurance, and mileage reimbursement provided.

Is experience required?

Retail or grocery experience is helpful but not mandatory; training is provided.

What about background checks?

Yes, including criminal history review per fair chance ordinances, drug screening, and driving record verification.

Is this a physical job?

Yes, involving lifting up to 45 lbs and active merchandising tasks.