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.

As a leader in the consumer goods industry, PepsiCo invests heavily in its workforce, offering opportunities for part-time roles like Merchandiser that serve as gateways to broader career paths. With a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion, PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applicants from all backgrounds, including those with criminal histories under fair chance ordinances.

Role Overview

The Part-Time Merchandiser position for the Buckhannon area, based in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. Reporting to local PepsiCo management, you'll be responsible for merchandising products in high-volume grocery stores and other retail accounts. This labor-intensive position involves lifting cases weighing 20-45 pounds, stocking shelves, building eye-catching displays, and maintaining optimal product availability.

With a consistent schedule featuring specific start times and assigned routes, this role offers reliability and the potential to adjust schedules as you gain experience. Earn $19.35 per hour, with estimated annual earnings potential boosted by mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle. Ideal for retail enthusiasts or those seeking flexible, entry-level work with growth opportunities at PepsiCo.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring PepsiCo products shine on store shelves. Primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned large-volume accounts.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to maintain freshness and eliminate out-of-date items.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment like U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Setting up promotional materials such as signs and banners to drive sales.
• Organizing backroom stock in neat condition and communicating store issues to managers and PepsiCo leadership.
• Building strong relationships with store personnel through excellent customer service, rapport, and attentiveness.
• Operating under minimal supervision, using handheld devices for orders, and following scan-in/scan-out procedures.

This self-managed role demands regular, reliable attendance and the ability to service accounts during designated times.

Physical Demands

Expect labor-intensive tasks including lifting, loading, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting while handling cases of 20-45 pounds.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Part-Time Merchandiser, 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 to access multiple store locations within your shift.

Helpful experience includes:

• Working in retail or grocery stores, understanding operations, backrooms, and inventory.
• Moving products safely with equipment like u-boats or dollies.
• Merchandising products, building displays, rotating stock, and managing backroom inventory.
• Serving customers by handling complaints and meeting needs.

Post-offer, a background check, drug screening, and verification of education, employment, and driving history are required. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered per fair chance laws.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its part-time team members with competitive compensation and practical perks:

• $19.35 per hour pay rate, translating to strong annual earnings for part-time work.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Consistent, predictable schedule with opportunities to attain different shifts over time.
• Hands-on training and realistic job preview video available.
• Supportive environment with minimal supervision and clear operating procedures.
• EEO commitment ensuring fair consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Career Growth

Starting as a Part-Time Merchandiser opens doors at PepsiCo. Gain invaluable experience in merchandising, customer service, and operations—skills transferable across retail, supply chain, and sales roles. Many associates advance to full-time positions, route sales, or supervisory opportunities. PepsiCo's robust training programs and internal mobility support long-term career development in the dynamic food and beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Fairmont, WV, to be part of a global powerhouse that refreshes the world. Enjoy the satisfaction of visible impact—your merchandising ensures customers grab their favorite PepsiCo products. Benefit from a supportive culture, fair pay, and growth potential in a role that's both physically engaging and rewarding. With mileage perks and flexible progression, this is more than a job; it's a launchpad in a premier company.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time or part-time role?
A: This is a part-time position with a consistent schedule.

Q: Do I need my own vehicle?
A: Yes, a personal car is required for multi-store access, with mileage reimbursement provided.

Q: What are the lifting requirements?
A: Involves lifting, pushing, and pulling cases of 20-45 pounds, plus bending and squatting.

Q: Are criminal background checks conducted?
A: Yes, following a conditional offer, per applicable fair chance laws.

Q: How do I apply?
A: Submit your application online and prepare for background and drug screening if selected.