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-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 Sioux Falls, South Dakota, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products are prominently displayed and readily available in high-volume grocery stores and retail locations. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $22.25, translating to an annual salary range with built-in growth potential. The role is labor-intensive, involving physical tasks like lifting cases weighing 20-45 pounds, stocking shelves, rotating products, and setting up eye-catching displays. You'll follow a consistent schedule with specific start times, interact directly with store personnel, and operate with minimal supervision. Ideal for those with retail or grocery experience, this self-managed role provides mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle to service multiple accounts efficiently. Background checks and drug screenings are standard to maintain safety in field-based operations.

Key Responsibilities

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

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned large-volume accounts.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.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 drive sales.
• Maintain neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Build strong customer relationships at the store level through excellent service, rapport, and attentiveness.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out via handheld devices and servicing accounts during designated times.

Physical Demands

This role requires bending, reaching, squatting, pushing, and pulling throughout shifts, making it perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in active environments.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a Merchandiser 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 accessing multiple store locations within assigned shifts.

Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery stores, moving products with equipment, merchandising shelves, managing backroom inventory, and serving customers effectively. PepsiCo values diverse backgrounds and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per fair chance laws, including background checks, drug screening, and verification of employment and driving history post-conditional offer.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo supports its Merchandisers with meaningful perks designed for work-life balance and professional success:

• Competitive pay at $22.25 per hour, with opportunities for schedule flexibility over time.
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent, predictable schedule with specific start times and reliable attendance expectations.
• Comprehensive Equal Opportunity Employer policies, embracing diversity across race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, including potential for health coverage, retirement plans, and employee discounts (details provided upon hire).

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your future. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement in sales, distribution, management, and beyond. Many team members progress to roles like Route Sales Representative, Key Account Manager, or operations leadership. With hands-on experience in merchandising, customer relations, and inventory, you'll build transferable skills valued company-wide. PepsiCo's training programs, mentorship, and performance-based promotions ensure your hard work translates to long-term career momentum in Sioux Falls and nationwide.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo in Sioux Falls for a role that's more than a job—it's a launchpad. Enjoy the vibrancy of South Dakota's growing city while representing world-class brands. Our commitment to safety, fairness, and innovation sets us apart. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prioritize inclusion and provide a supportive culture where your voice matters. Watch our Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action. With mileage perks, steady pay, and growth potential, this Merchandiser position delivers real value from day one.

Role FAQs

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

Q: What physical abilities are needed? Lifting 20-45 lbs, bending, reaching, and using equipment; a physical test may apply.

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

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

Q: How do I apply? Submit your application online—qualified candidates move quickly!

This opportunity won't last. Join PepsiCo's Sioux Falls team today and stock your future with success. (Word count: 1,248)