About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and more. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate individuals dedicated to delivering consumer-loved products. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through innovative merchandising and distribution strategies. As a Merchandiser in Lubbock, Texas, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on shelves across grocery and large-volume stores, contributing to PepsiCo's mission of creating smiles with every sip and snack.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Lubbock, Texas, offers a hands-on opportunity to represent a global brand in your local community. This full-time role pays $19.70 per hour, equating to approximately $40,976 annually based on standard hours. You'll service high-volume stores by stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining organized backrooms. This labor-intensive job 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, specific start times, and dedicated routes, you'll enjoy predictability while building store relationships and operating with minimal supervision. Ideal for retail enthusiasts, this role combines physical work with customer interaction and self-management.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your daily impact includes:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with fresh PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and availability.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using specialized equipment.
• Setting up promotional materials like signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintaining neat backroom stock and communicating issues to store and PepsiCo management.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level through rapport and attentiveness.
• Complying with procedures like scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and using handheld devices for orders.

Physical Demands

This role is active and demanding, involving loading, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering heavy cases while navigating store environments. Safety and efficiency are paramount, supported by PepsiCo's training and equipment.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Merchandiser in Lubbock:

• 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 personal car for multi-store routes (mileage reimbursed).
• Demonstrate regular, reliable attendance and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery work, product movement, merchandising, backroom inventory management, and customer service. Post-offer, candidates undergo background checks, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history, in line with fair chance laws like the Fair Credit Reporting Act and local ordinances.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team with competitive compensation and support:

• $19.70 hourly rate with potential for schedule flexibility over time.
• Mileage reimbursement for sales route travel.
• Consistent schedules and routes for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within PBNA.
• Equal opportunity employment, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable laws.
• Comprehensive onboarding, including Realistic Job Preview Video.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors at PepsiCo. Excel in this role to advance into sales, route supervision, or management positions. PepsiCo invests in employee development through training programs, leadership tracks, and internal mobility. Many Merchandisers progress to higher-paying roles with broader responsibilities, leveraging skills in merchandising, customer relations, and operations. In Lubbock and beyond, PepsiCo fosters a culture of growth, rewarding dedication with promotions and skill-building opportunities.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Lubbock for a role that's more than a job—it's a launchpad in the food and beverage industry. Enjoy stable pay, physical activity in a purposeful setting, and the pride of stocking beloved brands. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we champion female, minority, disability, protected veteran, sexual orientation, and gender identity talent. Experience the energy of a global leader while serving your Texas community.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, full-time with consistent schedules and designated routes.

What physical requirements are there?

Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, and using transport equipment.

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, with valid license and insurance; mileage is reimbursed.

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

Yes, per fair chance laws and FCRA guidelines.

How do I apply?

Submit your application online—watch the Realistic Job Preview Video for a real look at the role.