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 placed for maximum customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser - Evenings position at PepsiCo in Grand Junction, Colorado, is a full-time role paying $20.75 per hour, equivalent to approximately $43,160 annually based on standard hours. This labor-intensive position involves merchandising products in high-volume grocery and retail stores. You'll stock shelves, rotate products, build eye-catching displays, manage coolers and backrooms, and ensure PepsiCo products shine on the sales floor. Evening shifts follow a consistent schedule with specific start times, providing reliability and the potential to adjust schedules as you gain experience. This self-managed role requires physical stamina, a valid driver's license, and a personal vehicle to service multiple store locations efficiently.

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Merchandiser, you'll be the face of PepsiCo in local stores, building relationships with store managers and staff while keeping products fresh and accessible. It's an entry point into the consumer goods industry with hands-on experience in retail operations, inventory control, and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll handle a variety of tasks to keep stores stocked and appealing:

• 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• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.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 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 neat and orderly backroom stock conditions.
• Communicate store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Build strong customer relationships at the store level.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out and designated routes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through communication and attentiveness.
• Operate under minimal supervision using handheld devices for orders.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Merchandiser, 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 and proof of insurance.
• Have a car or personal transportation for multi-store shifts.

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 (organizing pallets, stacking products).
• Serving customers (handling complaints, meeting needs).

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 values its employees with competitive compensation and support:

• $20.75 hourly rate with potential for schedule flexibility.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Regular, predictable full-time schedule ideal for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies protecting race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability.
• Fair chance hiring initiatives compliant with FCRA, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and LA Fair Chance Initiative.

Career Growth

Starting as a Merchandiser opens doors to advancement within PepsiCo. Gain expertise in merchandising, sales, and operations to move into roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales District Leader, or Supply Chain positions. PepsiCo invests in employee development through training, mentorship, and performance opportunities, with many leaders starting in field roles like this one.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Grand Junction for a dynamic role that combines physical work with customer interaction in Colorado's vibrant Western Slope region. Enjoy steady pay, reimbursement perks, and the pride of representing world-class brands. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity, sustainability, and innovation makes it an employer of choice. With a supportive culture and growth potential, this Evening Merchandiser position is perfect for reliable, hardworking individuals ready to stock success.

Role FAQs

Q: What are the shift times?
A: Evenings with consistent start times set by management; flexibility possible with tenure.

Q: Is heavy lifting required?
A: Yes, cases weigh 20-45 pounds; a physical capabilities test assesses fitness.

Q: Do I need my own car?
A: Yes, for multi-store access; mileage is reimbursed.

Q: What if I have a criminal record?
A: Qualified applicants are considered per fair chance ordinances and applicable laws.

Q: Is this a full-time position?
A: Yes, requiring regular, reliable attendance.

Ready to bring PepsiCo products to life? Apply now for the Merchandiser - Evenings role in Grand Junction, CO.