About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a 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 bring joy to consumers. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through efficient supply chain operations, merchandising excellence, and customer-focused strategies. As a Merchandiser in Morton, Illinois, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these brands shine on store shelves, contributing to PepsiCo's mission of creating more smiles with every sip and bite.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Morton, Illinois, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll be responsible for product merchandising in high-volume grocery stores and other accounts. This labor-intensive job involves stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining organized backrooms. With a consistent schedule, specific start times, and the opportunity to adjust routes over time, this role offers reliability and flexibility. Earning $22.60 per hour (approximately $47,008 annually), you'll enjoy mileage reimbursement if using a personal vehicle, making it an attractive entry point into the food and beverage industry.

Day-to-Day Impact

Each day, you'll visit assigned stores, interact with store personnel, and ensure PepsiCo products are perfectly positioned for maximum sales. This self-managed role requires minimal supervision, empowering you to own your route and build lasting customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with 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 equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive impulse buys.
• Maintaining neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers.
• Delivering exceptional customer service, building rapport, and complying with scan-in/scan-out procedures.
• Using handheld devices to input orders and operating under minimal supervision.

These tasks demand physical stamina, including lifting cases of 20-45 pounds, bending, reaching, and squatting throughout your shift.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

• 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 car or personal transportation for multi-store routes.

Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery stores, moving products with equipment, merchandising shelves, managing backroom inventory, and serving customers. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screenings, and verifies driving history to ensure safety. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per fair chance ordinances and applicable laws, including those in California and Los Angeles. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly pay of $22.60, equating to $47,008 yearly based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for roles requiring personal vehicle use.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities for varied routes as you gain experience.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies and fair chance hiring practices.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, including potential for health coverage, retirement plans, and employee discounts (details provided upon hire).

This role also offers regular, reliable attendance as a cornerstone, with predictable shifts that support work-life balance.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement within PepsiCo's vast network. Many team members progress to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales Supervisor, or District Manager. PepsiCo invests in training, leadership development, and internal mobility, with opportunities to relocate or specialize in sales, operations, or marketing. Your hands-on experience builds transferable skills in merchandising, customer relations, and inventory management, positioning you for long-term success in the consumer goods industry.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a global powerhouse that values innovation, sustainability, and people. In Morton, Illinois, you'll contribute to local communities by keeping stores stocked with beloved brands, while enjoying a supportive culture that fosters growth. With a premium salary, reimbursement perks, and a commitment to fairness, this is more than a job—it's a launchpad for your career. PepsiCo's Realistic Job Preview Video gives an authentic look at the role, ensuring it's the right fit for you.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time position?
A: Yes, it's a full-time role with a consistent schedule.

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

Q: Do I need my own vehicle?
A: Yes, for accessing multiple stores; mileage is reimbursed.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered?
A: Yes, per fair chance laws and FCRA guidelines.

Q: How do I apply?
A: Submit your application online—PepsiCo reviews all qualified candidates promptly.