About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with an iconic portfolio that includes beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Doritos, and Quaker. 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 positive impacts on communities and the planet. PepsiCo's PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) division powers the U.S. market with refreshing beverages and snacks, making it a powerhouse in the consumer goods industry. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions help refresh the world and create moments of joy for millions.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in North Platte, Nebraska, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on store shelves across large-volume grocery and retail locations. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $19.00, translating to an annual salary range with strong upside potential. The role is labor-intensive yet rewarding, involving stocking, rotating, and displaying products to drive sales and customer satisfaction. With a consistent schedule, specific start times, and opportunities to adjust shifts over time, this job provides reliability and flexibility. You'll operate under minimal supervision, using handheld devices for orders, and build lasting relationships with store personnel. Ideal for those with retail or grocery experience, this position emphasizes physical capability, self-management, and a passion for merchandising excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties as a PepsiCo Merchandiser will keep stores stocked and visually appealing. Primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts to maximize visibility and sales.
• Rotating products in the backroom and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transporting products from backroom to shelf locations using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials like signs and banners to highlight special offers and drive impulse buys.
• Maintaining backroom stock in neat, orderly condition and communicating any store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Delivering exceptional customer service through rapport-building, attentiveness, and resolving needs promptly.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes, while using handheld devices for order input.

Regular, reliable attendance is essential, as is the ability to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment.

Physical Demands

This role requires lifting, loading, pushing, and pulling cases weighing 20-45 pounds, along with bending, reaching, and squatting. You'll navigate multi-store routes, making physical fitness and stamina key to success.

Qualifications & Requirements

To qualify for this Merchandiser role at PepsiCo, candidates must meet basic requirements and bring helpful experience:

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 a car or personal transportation for accessing multiple store locations within assigned shifts.

Helpful Experience

• Retail or grocery store background, including understanding operations, backroom inventory, and shelf stocking.
• Moving products safely with equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, or dollies.
• Merchandising expertise: filling shelves, building displays, rotating stock, and managing out-of-stocks.
• Backroom management: organizing pallets and inventory.
• Customer service skills: handling complaints, requests, and needs.

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

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and perks tailored to field roles:

• Pay: $19.00 per hour, with mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Schedule: Consistent with specific start times and dedicated customers; potential for varied schedules as you gain experience.
• Health & Wellness: Access to comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision (details upon hire).
• Professional Development: Training opportunities and Realistic Job Preview Video to set expectations.
• Inclusive Culture: Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all backgrounds.

Career Growth

At PepsiCo, entry-level roles like Merchandiser are launchpads for bigger opportunities. Excel here, and you could advance to supervisory positions, sales routes, or supply chain management. PepsiCo invests in talent through leadership programs, skill-building workshops, and internal mobility. Many Merchandisers grow into roles with greater responsibility, higher pay, and broader impact. With PBNA's focus on innovation and expansion, your career trajectory is as refreshing as our products.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo in North Platte for a stable, impactful job in a thriving industry. Enjoy working with globally recognized brands, building community ties, and contributing to sales success. Our supportive management, fair practices, and growth mindset make us an employer of choice. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action. PepsiCo offers equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Role FAQs

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

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

Q: What are the physical requirements? Lifting 20-45 lbs, bending, reaching, and using equipment.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered? Yes, per fair chance ordinances and applicable laws.

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application online—join the PepsiCo family today!