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, Doritos, and Quaker. 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 United States, PepsiCo's Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) division powers retail partnerships with grocery stores and supermarkets, ensuring shelves are stocked with refreshing beverages. As a Part-Time Merchandiser in Mojave, California, you'll play a vital role in this supply chain, contributing to PepsiCo's mission of creating smiles with every sip and snack. Our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community engagement sets us apart, making PepsiCo not just a job, but a career platform for growth.

Role Overview

The Part-Time Merchandiser position at PepsiCo in Mojave, California, offers an entry into the dynamic world of retail merchandising. Earning $24.10 per hour, this labor-intensive role involves stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining backroom organization in high-volume grocery stores. You'll follow a consistent schedule with specific start times, providing reliability and the potential to adjust shifts over time. Ideal for those with retail experience or a strong work ethic, this self-managed position requires physical stamina—lifting cases from 20-45 pounds, bending, reaching, and using equipment like U-Boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks. Interact directly with store personnel, build relationships, and ensure PepsiCo products shine on shelves. With mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use, this role supports your mobility across multi-store routes.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your daily tasks drive product visibility and sales. Primary accountabilities include merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays in assigned accounts. You'll rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to keep inventory fresh, transport goods from storage to sales floors using specialized equipment, and set up promotional materials like signs and banners. Maintaining neat backroom stock, communicating store issues to managers, and complying with procedures such as scan-in/scan-out and designated routes are essential. Deliver exceptional customer service by building rapport, addressing needs, and operating under minimal supervision. Use handheld devices for orders, ensure regular attendance, and prioritize safety in all activities.

Daily Operations

Expect hands-on work: stocking aisles, eliminating out-of-stocks, cleaning shelves, and organizing pallets. This role demands physical capability for pushing, pulling, and squatting while moving products efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, candidates must be 18 years or older, possess a valid U.S. Driver's License with proof of insurance, and have access to personal transportation for multi-store visits. Passing a physical capabilities test (if applicable) is required, along with a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history. Helpful experience includes retail or grocery operations, product movement with equipment, merchandising shelves and displays, backroom inventory management, and customer service skills like handling complaints and meeting requests. PepsiCo values diverse backgrounds and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories per Fair Chance Ordinances in California, Los Angeles County, and San Francisco.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo supports its team with competitive $24.10 hourly pay, translating to an annual range with upside potential. Mileage reimbursement covers personal vehicle use on sales routes. Enjoy a consistent yet flexible schedule, opportunities for varied shifts, and comprehensive training. As an equal opportunity employer, PepsiCo prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Part-time roles offer pathways to full-time positions, plus access to PepsiCo's wellness programs, employee discounts, and community involvement initiatives.

Career Growth

Starting as a Part-Time Merchandiser opens doors at PepsiCo. Excel in merchandising to advance to full-time roles, sales routes, or supervisory positions. PepsiCo invests in talent through leadership training, skill development, and internal mobility programs. Many employees progress to roles in sales, distribution, or marketing, leveraging hands-on experience. In Mojave, build a network in California's vibrant retail sector, with potential for regional opportunities. PepsiCo's global scale means endless possibilities for ambitious individuals committed to excellence.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Mojave for a role that's rewarding, active, and impactful. Be part of a brand loved worldwide, work independently in familiar store environments, and contribute to consumer satisfaction. With fair pay, reimbursement perks, and inclusive hiring practices, PepsiCo fosters a supportive culture. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to see the role in action. Mojave's location offers a balance of work and desert lifestyle, perfect for reliable team players seeking steady part-time income.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

Part-time with a consistent schedule and specific start times; opportunities to adjust with tenure.

What physical demands does the job have?

Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, pushing/pulling; must pass physical test if required.

Do I need my own vehicle?

Yes, with valid license and insurance; mileage reimbursement provided.

What background checks are conducted?

Pre-employment background, drug screening, and history verification; fair chance consideration applies.

How does PepsiCo support career advancement?

Through training, internal promotions, and skill-building for roles in sales, management, and beyond.