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, 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-winning products. 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 directly impact market leadership and consumer satisfaction.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Sarasota, Florida, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on store shelves in high-volume grocery and retail locations. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $21.45, translating to an annual salary range with built-in growth potential. The role is labor-intensive yet rewarding, involving stocking, rotating, and displaying products while building strong relationships with store personnel. With a consistent schedule and opportunities to adjust routes over time, this self-managed position provides autonomy and reliability. Ideal for those with retail experience, it's a gateway to PepsiCo's expansive career ladder in sales, distribution, and management.

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.
• Rotating products in the backroom and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transporting products from backroom to shelf using equipment like U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintaining backroom stock in neat, orderly condition and communicating store issues to managers.
• Building customer relationships at the store level through excellent service and rapport.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Operating under minimal supervision while using handheld devices for orders.

These tasks require physical stamina, including lifting cases of 20-45 pounds, bending, reaching, and squatting.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this Merchandiser role at PepsiCo, 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 a car or personal transportation for multi-store visits within shifts.

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 screening, and verifies driving history for safety. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per fair chance laws, including those in California and Los Angeles. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, embracing 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 perks tailored for field roles:

• Hourly pay of $21.45, with mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with specific start times and dedicated customers.
• Opportunities to attain different work schedules as you gain experience.
• Comprehensive training and Realistic Job Preview Video for realistic expectations.
• Access to PepsiCo's employee benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and more for full-time roles.
• Supportive environment with regular, reliable attendance emphasized for success.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to PepsiCo's robust career development programs. Many advance to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales District Leader, or Operations Management. PepsiCo invests in training, leadership development, and internal mobility, with 20% of positions filled by promotions. In Sarasota, you'll gain hands-on experience in high-volume retail, building skills in sales, inventory, and customer engagement that propel your trajectory within PBNA and beyond.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for a role that's more than a job—it's a launchpad in the dynamic consumer goods industry. Enjoy the stability of a Fortune 500 company with the excitement of field work in Sarasota's vibrant market. Build lasting store relationships, see immediate impacts on sales, and contribute to brands millions love daily. With fair pay, reimbursement perks, and a commitment to inclusion, PepsiCo fosters a premium work culture where your efforts matter.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time Merchandiser role with a consistent schedule.

What physical demands are involved?

The job is labor-intensive, requiring lifting 20-45 lb cases, pushing/pulling, bending, and squatting.

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, a personal car is required, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

Yes, per fair chance ordinances and FCRA, qualified applicants are evaluated holistically.

How do I apply?

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