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. 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 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 dynamic team that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Shreveport, Louisiana, is a hands-on, full-time role ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Reporting to local management, you'll be responsible for ensuring PepsiCo products shine on shelves, in coolers, and through eye-catching displays in high-volume grocery stores. This labor-intensive position offers a consistent schedule with specific start times and customer routes, providing stability and the potential to adjust schedules over time. With an hourly rate of $20.35, this role equates to competitive annual earnings and includes mileage reimbursement for those using personal vehicles. It's perfect for retail enthusiasts looking to build a career in merchandising and sales support.

Day-to-Day Impact

As a Merchandiser, you'll interact directly with store personnel, manage inventory flow from backrooms to sales floors, and create visually appealing product presentations. This self-managed role requires minimal supervision, empowering you to own your route and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

Your primary duties will keep stores stocked and attractive:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transport products to and from backroom to shelf using equipment like U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive sales.
• Maintain backroom stock in neat, orderly condition and communicate store issues to managers.
• Build strong customer relationships at the store level and deliver outstanding service.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Use handheld devices to input orders and operate under minimal supervision.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

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

Helpful experience includes:

• Retail or grocery store work (understanding operations, stocking, inventory).
• Moving products safely with equipment like u-boats or dollies.
• Merchandising (filling shelves, building displays, rotating stock).
• Managing backroom inventory and serving customers effectively.

Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history are required. PepsiCo considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo offers rewarding compensation and support for Merchandisers:

• Hourly pay of $20.35, with mileage reimbursement for sales routes.
• Consistent schedules and opportunities for varied work times with tenure.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies, including protections for race, gender, disability, and more.
• Access to EEO resources and pay transparency statements.
• Realistic Job Preview Video to understand the role fully.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development, offering paths from Merchandiser to roles in sales, route sales, operations management, and beyond. With performance-based opportunities, you'll gain skills in customer relations, inventory management, and sales execution—transferable to various industries. Many start here and advance within PBNA or across PepsiCo's global network, supported by training programs and mentorship.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for a stable, impactful career in Shreveport. Enjoy working with beloved brands, building store relationships, and contributing to a company that prioritizes sustainability and innovation. This role offers physical activity, independence, and direct consumer impact. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo champions diversity and inclusion, providing fair consideration under laws like the Fair Chance Ordinance. Join a team where your efforts refresh the world—one shelf at a time.

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, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting.

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

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

Q: How do I apply? Submit via PepsiCo careers portal; watch the Realistic Job Preview Video first.