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 over 100 billion servings annually while prioritizing sustainability, innovation, and community impact. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through efficient supply chains and exceptional merchandising. As a Merchandiser in Jackson, Michigan, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these products shine on store shelves, reaching millions of consumers daily. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes it a top employer, offering equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, or background.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Jackson, Michigan, is a full-time, hands-on role perfect for detail-oriented individuals who thrive in dynamic retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll service large-volume stores like grocery chains, ensuring PepsiCo products are perfectly stocked, rotated, and displayed. This labor-intensive job involves lifting 20-45 pound cases, using equipment like U-boats and pallet jacks, and building strong store relationships. With a consistent schedule, specific start times, and opportunities for varied shifts over time, this role offers stability and growth in the fast-paced consumer goods industry. Starting at $24.00 per hour, it's an entry point to PepsiCo's rewarding career ladder.

Day-to-Day Impact

Expect a mix of physical work and customer interaction, from organizing backrooms to creating eye-catching displays that boost sales. This self-managed role emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and a customer-first mindset, making it ideal for those with retail or grocery experience.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your core duties focus on flawless execution in high-volume accounts:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products to maximize visibility and sales.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• 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 impulse buys.
• Maintain neat backroom stock and communicate store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Build lasting customer relationships at the store level through proactive service and rapport.
• Follow operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out, designated routes, and designated service times.
• Use handheld devices to input orders and operate under minimal supervision.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks motivated candidates ready for physical fieldwork. Basic qualifications include:

• Being 18 years or older.
• Passing the physical capabilities test (lifting 20-45 lbs, bending, reaching, squatting).
• Possessing a valid U.S. Driver's License, proof of insurance, and personal transportation for multi-store routes.
• Demonstrating regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery work, product movement, merchandising, backroom inventory management, and customer service. Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of driving history are required. PepsiCo adheres to fair chance hiring laws, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per FCRA and local ordinances like San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team with competitive compensation and support:

• $24.00 hourly pay, equating to approximately $49,920 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with potential for varied shifts as you gain experience.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies protecting against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts (details provided upon hire).

Career Growth

This Merchandiser role is a launchpad for PepsiCo careers. Excel here, and advance to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales District Leader, or Supply Chain Manager. PepsiCo invests in training, leadership development, and internal mobility, with many executives starting in field positions. In Jackson, Michigan, tap into regional opportunities within PBNA's robust network, building skills in sales, operations, and management for long-term success.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for stability in a global powerhouse, impactful work that brings joy to consumers, and a culture of innovation. In Jackson, enjoy a supportive team, work-life balance via predictable routes, and pride in contributing to iconic brands. As an equal opportunity employer, PepsiCo fosters inclusivity, sustainability (e.g., PepsiCo Positive goals), and community involvement. Join thousands advancing their careers while making a difference—one shelf at a time.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

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

What physical demands are involved?

Lifting 20-45 lb cases, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting in a labor-intensive environment.

Do I need my own vehicle?

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

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

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

How do I apply?

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