About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker. With operations in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative products that delight consumers worldwide. As a Merchandiser Servicing the Cookeville Area at PepsiCo, you'll join a dynamic team that powers retail success in Tennessee, ensuring our products shine on shelves and drive customer satisfaction. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainability, diversity, and innovation makes it an employer of choice for those seeking impactful careers in the consumer goods sector.

Role Overview

The Merchandiser Servicing Cookeville Area position at PepsiCo is a hands-on, field-based role perfect for detail-oriented individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Based in Cookeville, Tennessee, this job involves servicing large-volume stores such as grocery chains by stocking shelves, rotating products, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining optimal inventory flow. You'll follow a consistent schedule—either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday—with specific start times and dedicated customer routes. This self-managed role offers minimal supervision, empowering you to own your territory while earning a competitive $20.30 per hour. Ideal for those with retail experience, it's labor-intensive, requiring physical stamina to lift 20-45 pound cases, bend, reach, and use equipment like U-boats and pallet jacks. Mileage reimbursement is provided for personal vehicle use, making it accessible for locals in the Cookeville area.

Daily Impact in Cookeville Stores

In this role, you'll directly influence product visibility and sales in high-traffic grocery stores around Cookeville, TN. From organizing backrooms to creating promotional displays, your work ensures PepsiCo brands stand out, boosting store performance and customer loyalty.

Key Responsibilities

As a PepsiCo Merchandiser, your primary accountabilities focus on execution and customer engagement:

• Merchandise store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned accounts to maximize appeal and availability.
• Rotate products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• Transport products efficiently from backroom to sales floor using equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Display promotional materials such as signs, banners, and end-cap displays to drive impulse buys.
• Maintain neat and orderly backroom stock while communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Build strong customer relationships at the store level through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Comply with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes.
• Operate handheld devices to input orders and track inventory accurately.

Customer-Centric Focus

Delivering top-tier customer service is key—responding to needs, handling requests, and fostering rapport with store personnel to strengthen PepsiCo's retail partnerships in Cookeville.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks reliable candidates ready for a physical, independent role. Basic qualifications include:

• Being 18 years or older.
• Passing the physical capabilities test (if applicable).
• Possessing a valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Having a car or personal transportation to access multiple store locations within your shift.
• Demonstrating regular, reliable, predictable attendance.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery store work, such as stocking aisles, managing backroom inventory, merchandising products, moving stock with equipment, and serving customers. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screenings, and verifies driving history for safety. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per fair chance laws, including those in Los Angeles and San Francisco. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring no discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team with competitive compensation and support:

• $20.30 per hour, equating to approximately $42,224 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities to adjust based on performance and needs.
• Comprehensive EEO protections and fair chance hiring practices.
• Access to PepsiCo's Realistic Job Preview Video for an authentic look at the role.
• Potential for career advancement in merchandising, sales, or supply chain.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy predictable shifts and self-managed flexibility, ideal for Cookeville residents seeking stable employment with growth potential.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in talent development, offering paths from merchandiser to sales roles, route sales, or management. With time and performance, you can attain varied schedules and advance within Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA). Training programs, leadership opportunities, and exposure to large retailers build skills for long-term success in the food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Cookeville for a role that combines physical activity, independence, and real impact. Be part of a brand synonymous with refreshment and innovation, while enjoying fair pay, reimbursement perks, and inclusive policies. Whether you're starting your career or pivoting to retail, PepsiCo provides stability and upward mobility in Tennessee's vibrant market.

Role FAQs

What schedule does this job follow?

Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday, with specific start times and customer routes.

Is a vehicle required?

Yes, a car or personal transportation with valid license and insurance is mandatory; mileage is reimbursed.

What physical demands are involved?

Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, and using equipment—passing a physical test may be required.

Are background checks conducted?

Yes, post-offer, including criminal history review per fair chance ordinances.

Does PepsiCo offer equal opportunity?

Absolutely—view our EEO Policy and Pay Transparency Statement for details.