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 Mountain Dew. Headquartered in Purchase, New York, PepsiCo operates globally, delivering approximately 23 billion servings of products daily across more than 200 countries. The company's PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) division focuses on sparkling beverages, waters, juices, and snacks, driving innovation and sustainability initiatives. PepsiCo's commitment to positive change is evident in its pep+ strategy, which aims for net-zero emissions by 2040, sustainable packaging, and regenerative agriculture. Joining PepsiCo means becoming part of a dynamic team that values diversity, inclusion, and career development, with opportunities to grow in the fast-paced consumer goods industry.

Role Overview

As a Part-Time Merchandiser for PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) in the Mansfield, Ohio area, you'll serve high-volume stores in Marion, Bucyrus, and Upper Sandusky. This labor-intensive role involves stocking shelves, rotating products, building displays, and ensuring PepsiCo products shine on store floors and in coolers. Earning $19.80 per hour, you'll enjoy a consistent schedule with specific start times and routes, offering flexibility and the chance to expand your work hours over time. Ideal for retail enthusiasts, this position requires physical stamina—lifting 20-45 pound cases, bending, reaching, and using equipment like U-boats and pallet jacks. Interact directly with store teams to build lasting relationships while operating under minimal supervision in a self-managed environment. Watch our Merchandiser Realistic Job Preview Video to get a real sense of the day-to-day.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily impact will include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned grocery and large-volume accounts.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain freshness and availability.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floors using U-boats, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Setting up promotional materials like signs and banners to drive sales.
• Organizing backroom stock neatly and communicating any store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Delivering top-tier customer service through rapport-building and attentiveness.
• Using handheld devices for orders and complying with scan-in/scan-out procedures and designated routes.

Physical Demands

This role is hands-on: expect to lift, load, push, pull cases weighing 20-45 pounds, plus bending, squatting, and reaching throughout your shift.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed, you need:

• Be 18 years or older.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (if applicable).
• Valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Access to a personal car for multi-store routes within your shift.
• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery work (stocking aisles, managing inventory), merchandising products, moving stock with equipment, and serving customers. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, and verifies driving history for safety. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered per fair chance laws like the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team with:

• Competitive hourly wage of $19.80, equating to strong annual earnings for part-time work.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with opportunities to attain different shifts as you grow.
• Training and development resources, including realistic job previews.
• Comprehensive Equal Employment Opportunity policies protecting against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Career Growth

Start part-time and build toward full-time opportunities within PBNA. Merchandisers often advance to roles like Route Sales, Sales District Leader, or Operations Management. PepsiCo invests in your success through leadership programs, skill-building workshops, and internal mobility. Gain hands-on experience in retail operations, customer relations, and supply chain—transferable skills for long-term career progression in the beverage industry.

Why Join Us

At PepsiCo, you're not just stocking shelves; you're fueling moments of joy for consumers and strengthening partnerships with retailers. Work for a purpose-driven company tackling sustainability and innovation head-on. Enjoy a supportive culture, flexible part-time hours fitting your lifestyle, and the pride of representing world-class brands. Mansfield, OH offers a vibrant community with easy access to Marion, Bucyrus, and Upper Sandusky stores. PepsiCo's fair chance hiring ensures second chances, making this an inclusive entry point to a rewarding career.

Role FAQs

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

Part-time with a consistent schedule and potential for varied shifts.

What areas will I cover?

Primarily Marion, Bucyrus, and Upper Sandusky areas, based out of Mansfield, OH.

Do I need my own vehicle?

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

What are the physical requirements?

Lifting 20-45 lb cases, bending, reaching, squatting, and using transport equipment.

Are criminal backgrounds considered?

Yes, per fair chance ordinances and applicable laws post-conditional offer.

Ready to merchandise with PepsiCo? Apply now and refresh your career!