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. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative products that delight consumers. In the U.S., Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through exceptional merchandising, distribution, and customer partnerships. As a Merchandiser in Kona, Hawaii, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these beloved products shine on shelves across grocery stores and retailers, contributing to PepsiCo's mission of creating smiles with every sip and bite.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Kona, Hawaii, is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. This full-time opportunity pays $25.85 per hour (approximately $53,768 annually based on standard hours) and involves product merchandising in high-volume grocery stores. You'll stock shelves, rotate products, set up eye-catching displays, and maintain organized backrooms while building strong relationships with store personnel. 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 the chance to adjust routes over time, it's ideal for reliable self-starters seeking steady work in paradise.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your day-to-day duties focus on flawless execution and customer satisfaction:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts to maximize visibility and sales.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• Transport products efficiently from storage to sales floor using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials like signs and banners to drive impulse buys.
• Maintain neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Build lasting customer relationships at the store level through proactive communication and attentiveness.
• Follow operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes, while servicing accounts on schedule.

Daily Impact

Every shift, you'll directly influence product availability and store presentation, helping PepsiCo maintain its competitive edge in Kona's vibrant retail market.

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) to handle lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• 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 work, merchandising products, managing backroom inventory, moving stock with equipment, and serving customers. Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, education, employment, and driving history verification are required. PepsiCo is committed to fair chance hiring, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable laws like the California Fair Chance Act and San Francisco/Los Angeles ordinances.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly wage of $25.85, with mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities 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 global resources, including training and development programs.
• Work in scenic Kona, Hawaii, combining professional growth with island lifestyle perks.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your future. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement in sales, distribution, operations, and management. Many leaders began in field roles, gaining hands-on experience that builds transferable skills like inventory management, customer relations, and operational efficiency. With performance-based opportunities, you could progress to roles like Route Sales Representative or District Manager, leveraging PepsiCo's robust training and mentorship programs.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo means more than a job—it's a chance to be part of a global powerhouse shaping the future of beverages and snacks. In Kona, enjoy stable employment with a premium brand, competitive pay, and the aloha spirit of Hawaii. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability ensures you're supported every step. Whether you're stocking shelves or building displays, your work drives real results. Ready to refresh your career? Apply now and discover why PepsiCo is the ultimate destination for merchandising professionals.

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 demands does the job involve?

The role is labor-intensive, requiring lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, and using 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 with records are evaluated per fair chance laws and FCRA guidelines.

How do I apply?

Click to view the Realistic Job Preview Video and submit your application through PepsiCo's careers portal.