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 many more beloved brands. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate individuals dedicated to delivering consumer enjoyment while fostering sustainability and innovation. As a Fortune 500 company, PepsiCo offers unparalleled opportunities for career advancement in dynamic environments. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration, regardless of background.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Monroe, Louisiana, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail settings. Reporting to local management, you'll ensure PepsiCo products are prominently displayed and readily available in high-volume grocery stores. This labor-intensive position involves physical activity such as lifting 20-45 pound cases, stocking shelves, and organizing backrooms. With a consistent schedule and specific start times, you'll build strong relationships with store personnel while operating under minimal supervision. Starting at $20.35 per hour, this role offers mileage reimbursement for those using personal vehicles on multi-store routes.

Day-to-Day Impact

As a Merchandiser, your work directly influences product visibility and sales. You'll transform store aisles into eye-catching showcases, rotate stock to maintain freshness, and address out-of-stocks promptly, contributing to PepsiCo's market dominance in the beverage and snack categories.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll handle a variety of tasks to keep stores fully stocked and appealing:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure FIFO (first-in, first-out) compliance.
• 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 and orderly backroom stock conditions.
• Communicate store issues to managers and build lasting customer relationships at the store level.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through attentiveness and rapport-building.
• Use handheld devices to input orders and operate independently with self-management.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Merchandiser, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

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

Helpful experience includes:

• Retail or grocery store operations, such as stocking aisles and managing inventory.
• Moving products safely with equipment like dollies or U-Boats.
• Merchandising skills: building displays, rotating stock, and eliminating out-of-dates.
• Backroom inventory management and customer service expertise.

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 in compliance with FCRA and local ordinances.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees with competitive compensation and comprehensive perks:

• Hourly wage of $20.35, equating to approximately $42,328 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for sales route travel using personal vehicles.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities for varied shifts over time.
• Access to PepsiCo's employee discount programs on products.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (eligibility varies by position).
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development through training programs, mentorship, and internal mobility. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to roles in sales, distribution, operations management, and beyond. Many leaders began in field positions, advancing through performance and dedication. Take advantage of tuition reimbursement, leadership courses, and Realistic Job Preview videos to envision your path.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a global powerhouse committed to innovation, sustainability, and community impact. In Monroe, Louisiana, you'll contribute to local stores while enjoying job stability, physical activity, and interpersonal engagement. Our equal opportunity policies promote a diverse workforce, and we prioritize safety and compliance. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action and apply today to stock up your future.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time position? Yes, full-time with a consistent schedule.

Q: What physical demands are involved? Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, pushing/pulling, and using equipment.

Q: Do I need my own car? Yes, for multi-store routes; mileage reimbursed.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered? Yes, per fair chance laws after conditional offer.

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application online; top candidates advance quickly.