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 globally, delivering approximately 2.7 billion servings per day to consumers in over 200 countries. The company's commitment to sustainable growth is embodied in its pep+ strategy, which focuses on positive impact for the planet and people. PepsiCo employs over 300,000 associates worldwide and invests heavily in innovation, supply chain excellence, and employee development. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a legacy of refreshment and a future of purposeful leadership in the consumer goods industry.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products shine on store shelves across the York/Hanover service area. This full-time position pays $23.75 per hour and involves hands-on merchandising in high-volume grocery and retail stores. You'll stock shelves, rotate products, build eye-catching displays, and maintain backroom organization to drive sales and customer satisfaction. This labor-intensive role requires physical stamina, reliable transportation, and a self-motivated mindset. With a consistent schedule and opportunities for schedule flexibility over time, it's ideal for those who thrive in dynamic retail environments. Mileage reimbursement is provided for using your personal vehicle, making it a rewarding entry into PepsiCo's merchandising operations.

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• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Displaying promotional materials like signs and banners to highlight special offers.
• Maintaining neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level through excellent communication and attentiveness.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes.
• Operating under minimal supervision with regular use of handheld devices for order input.

This role demands physical effort, including lifting 20-45 pound cases, bending, reaching, and squatting, while delivering top-tier customer service.

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 your shift.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful experience includes working in retail or grocery stores, moving products with equipment, merchandising shelves and displays, managing backroom inventory, and serving customers effectively. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history in compliance with fair chance laws. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per applicable regulations, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act and local ordinances.

Physical Demands

This position is labor-intensive, involving lifting, loading, pushing, pulling cases up to 45 pounds, and frequent bending, reaching, and squatting in store environments.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its associates and offers competitive compensation starting at $23.75 per hour for this role, translating to an annual range with built-in upside potential. Key benefits include:

• Mileage reimbursement for sales route travel using your personal vehicle.
• Consistent work schedule with specific start times and dedicated customers.
• Opportunities to attain different schedules as you gain experience.
• Comprehensive training and support for success in a self-managed role.
• Access to PepsiCo's broader benefits package, fostering work-life balance and professional growth.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo ensures fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Career Growth

PepsiCo is committed to developing talent from within. Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement in sales, distribution, operations, and management roles. Many associates progress to positions like Route Sales Representative, Key Account Manager, or Supply Chain Supervisor. With robust training programs, leadership development, and performance-based opportunities, your career at PepsiCo can evolve rapidly. The company's global scale provides pathways to exciting challenges across its diverse portfolio.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for a role where your efforts directly impact consumer experiences and brand success. In Spring Grove, PA, you'll serve the York/Hanover community while enjoying stable employment, competitive pay, and reimbursement perks. PepsiCo's culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and inclusion, making it a premium employer for motivated individuals. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action. Join a team that's refreshing the world, one shelf at a time.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

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

What areas does it cover?

The position services the York/Hanover area from Spring Grove, PA.

Do I need my own vehicle?

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

What is the pay rate?

$23.75 per hour, with potential for schedule flexibility over time.

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

Yes, qualified applicants are evaluated per fair chance laws and applicable regulations.