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 a positive impact on 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 sustain America's favorite snacks and drinks.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Lake City, Florida, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on shelves across high-volume grocery stores and retail locations. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $20.55, translating to an annual range with potential upside based on performance and opportunities. The role is labor-intensive, involving physical tasks like lifting 20-45 pound cases, stocking shelves, rotating products, and building eye-catching displays. You'll follow a consistent schedule with designated start times and routes, providing stability while offering chances to adjust schedules over time. Ideal for those with retail experience, this self-managed position requires minimal supervision and emphasizes building store relationships and exceptional customer service.

Day-to-Day Impact

Merchandisers are the face of PepsiCo in stores, transforming backroom stock into front-line appeal. Expect to interact daily with store personnel, use handheld devices for orders, and maintain neat backrooms—all while ensuring products are fresh, accessible, and promoted effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Your primary accountabilities will keep stores stocked and sales soaring:

• 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• Rotate products in the backroom and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.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 to and from backroom to shelf using equipment like U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive impulse buys.
• Keep backroom stock neat and orderly, organizing pallets and inventory efficiently.
• Communicate store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership while building strong customer relationships.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Deliver outstanding customer service through communication, rapport-building, and attentiveness.
• Operate under minimal supervision using handheld devices to input orders.
• Maintain regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this Merchandiser role, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

• Be 18 years or older.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (if applicable), demonstrating ability to lift 20-45 pounds, bend, reach, squat, push, and pull.
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Have a car or personal transportation to access multiple store locations within your shift.

Helpful experience includes:

• Retail or grocery store work, understanding operations, backrooms, and stocking.
• Moving products safely with equipment like U-Boats or dollies.
• Merchandising, including filling shelves, building displays, and managing inventory.
• Serving customers by handling complaints and meeting needs.

Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history are required. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly pay of $20.55, with mileage reimbursement for sales route travel using your personal vehicle.
• Consistent schedules for work-life balance, with opportunities to attain different shifts over time.
• Comprehensive Equal Opportunity Employer policies, embracing diversity across race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, including potential health coverage, retirement plans, and employee discounts (details provided upon hire).
• A realistic job preview video available to set clear expectations.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in talent development. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement in sales, distribution, management, and beyond. Many leaders began in field roles, gaining hands-on experience that builds skills in operations, customer engagement, and leadership. With training programs, mentorship, and performance-based promotions, your career trajectory is in your hands. Lake City offers a strategic location for regional growth within PBNA.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for stability, impact, and excitement. Work with globally recognized brands, contribute to community stores, and enjoy a role that's active and rewarding. In Lake City, Florida, you'll serve a vibrant market while benefiting from PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee success. We're not just a job—we're a launchpad for your future in the food and beverage industry.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time position?
A: Yes, full-time with a consistent schedule and specific start times.

Q: What physical demands are involved?
A: Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, pushing/pulling—passing a physical test may be required.

Q: Do I need my own vehicle?
A: Yes, with a valid driver's license and insurance; mileage reimbursement provided.

Q: What experience is preferred?
A: Retail, merchandising, stocking, or customer service in grocery settings.

Q: How does PepsiCo support fair hiring?
A: We comply with fair chance ordinances and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories per law.

Q: Where can I learn more?
A: Watch the Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video linked in the posting.