About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a diverse 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 individuals dedicated to delivering high-quality products that bring joy to consumers every day. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through innovative merchandising, distribution, and customer partnerships. As a Merchandiser in Seymour, Indiana, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these beloved products are perfectly positioned on shelves, in coolers, and on displays across major grocery and retail stores. PepsiCo values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, adhering to fair chance hiring practices under laws like the Fair Credit Reporting Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Seymour, Indiana, is a hands-on, full-time role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll be responsible for product merchandising in high-volume stores, including stocking shelves, rotating products, setting up 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 opportunities to adjust routes over time, this role offers reliability and flexibility. Starting at $23.35 per hour (approximately $48,568 annually), plus mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use, it's an entry point to a rewarding career in the food and beverage industry.

Daily Impact

Each day, you'll visit assigned accounts, interact with store personnel, and ensure PepsiCo products are front-and-center, driving sales and customer satisfaction. This self-managed role emphasizes minimal supervision, handheld device use for orders, and proactive communication of store issues to management.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your core duties focus on execution and customer excellence:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned high-volume accounts.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• 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 boost visibility.
• Keep backroom stock neat, organized, and accessible.
• Communicate effectively with store managers and PepsiCo management about issues or opportunities.
• Build strong relationships at the store level through rapport and attentiveness.
• Follow operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out, designated routes, and service times.
• Operate handheld devices for order input and inventory tracking.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and deliver exceptional customer service.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks motivated candidates ready for fieldwork. Basic qualifications include:

• Being 18 years or older.
• Passing the physical capabilities test (if applicable).
• Possessing a car or personal transportation for multi-store routes.
• Holding a valid U.S. Driver's License with proof of insurance.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery work, product movement, merchandising, backroom inventory management, and customer service. Post-offer, candidates undergo background checks, drug screening, education/employment verification, and driving history review (where applicable). Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per applicable fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo supports its Merchandisers with competitive compensation and practical perks:

• Hourly pay of $23.35, equating to $48,568 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with potential for varied work times as you gain experience.
• Opportunities for career advancement within PBNA and PepsiCo.
• Equal employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
• Access to Realistic Job Preview Video for informed application.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to PepsiCo's vast career ladder. Excel in merchandising to move into sales, route sales, or supervisory roles. PepsiCo invests in employee development through training, leadership programs, and internal mobility. Many team members advance to positions like Sales District Leader or Operations Manager, leveraging skills in customer relations, inventory, and execution. With PBNA's focus on growth in the Midwest, Seymour offers a stable launchpad for long-term success.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Seymour for a role that's more than stocking shelves—it's about fueling moments of enjoyment for consumers. Enjoy the stability of a global giant with local impact, competitive pay, and a supportive culture. Whether you're new to retail or seasoned in grocery operations, this position builds transferable skills in a high-demand industry. PepsiCo's commitment to safety, fairness, and innovation makes it the employer of choice for ambitious professionals.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, it's a full-time role with a consistent schedule and specific start times.

What physical demands are involved?

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

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, a personal vehicle is required for multi-store routes, with mileage reimbursement provided.

What background checks are conducted?

Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history.

Are criminal records a barrier?

No, qualified applicants are considered per fair chance ordinances and applicable laws.

Ready to merchandise with PepsiCo? Apply now and stock your future with opportunity.