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. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs hundreds of thousands of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative products and sustainable growth. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives sales and distribution of refreshing beverages to supermarkets, mass merchandisers, and convenience stores nationwide. With a commitment to performance with purpose, PepsiCo invests in healthier products, sustainable packaging, and community initiatives, making it a premium employer for sales professionals seeking impactful careers.

Role Overview

The Sales Rep - Relief Large Grocery/Mass Merch position at PepsiCo in Fort Myers, Florida, is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. As a relief sales representative, you'll step in as the primary store-level salesperson for large accounts such as supermarkets and mass merchandisers. This labor-intensive position involves generating sales, servicing customers, ordering products for delivery, and merchandising displays to drive volume and market share. Expect 10-12 hour shifts with lifting of 20-45 pound cases, bending, reaching, and squatting, plus weekend and holiday work. Starting at $21.85 per hour, this role offers mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use and opportunities to build lasting relationships with store management.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in PepsiCo's success by executing core sales and merchandising tasks:

• Grow sales volume, market share, product distribution, space allocation, and customer service across all assigned accounts.
• Sell product inventory to standard, take accurate inventory, and place orders for future delivery by route drivers.
• Solicit new business to boost volume and introduce new package distributions within your territory boundaries.
• Sell and execute promotions, secure equipment placement, and maintain sufficient product inventory.
• Utilize point-of-purchase materials like pricing signs and banners to stimulate impulse buys.
• Generate selling opportunities by increasing shelf facings, cleaning shelves, rotating products, and organizing backrooms.
• Deliver excellent service, fostering rapport and attentiveness to customer needs while completing paperwork accurately and timely.
• Handle additional duties like warehouse support as assigned by your manager.

Physical Demands

This position is physically demanding, requiring repeated lifting, loading, pushing, and pulling of cases over extended shifts, along with safe use of equipment like pallet jacks and hand-held computers.

Qualifications & Requirements

PepsiCo seeks reliable candidates ready to hit the ground running. Basic qualifications include:

• Being 18 years or older.
• Possessing a valid U.S. driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Having a car or personal transportation to service multiple stores per shift.

Helpful experience includes working with consumer products in the beverage industry, using power equipment, managing inventory, B2B selling, merchandising per planograms, handling incorrect orders, performing financial calculations, route management, incremental selling, and following safety procedures. No prior experience is strictly required, but these skills will accelerate your success. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per Fair Chance Ordinances and other applicable laws.

Benefits & Perks

Joining PepsiCo means accessing competitive compensation and comprehensive perks designed for your well-being and growth:

• Hourly pay of $21.85, equating to approximately $45,448 annually based on standard hours, with potential upside.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Regular, reliable shifts with opportunities for overtime.
• Inclusive culture supporting diversity in race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, and disability.
• Training on safety procedures, equipment, and sales techniques to ensure your success.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your professional development from day one. This relief sales rep role serves as an entry point to advanced positions like full-time route sales, key account management, or sales supervision. Gain hands-on experience in merchandising, customer relations, and inventory that translates to leadership opportunities. PepsiCo's robust training programs, mentorship, and performance-based promotions empower you to climb the career ladder in the dynamic beverage industry.

Why Join Us

Choose PepsiCo for a premium career where your hard work fuels global brands and local communities. In Fort Myers, enjoy Florida's sunny climate while servicing major grocery chains and mass retailers. Benefit from a supportive manager, teamwork-focused culture, and the stability of a Fortune 500 company. Watch our Realistic Job Preview Video to see a day in the life. With predictable attendance and clear accountabilities, you'll thrive in a role that rewards initiative and customer focus.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time relief role with 10-12 hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.

What physical abilities are needed?

Frequent lifting of 20-45 lb cases, bending, squatting, and using merchandising equipment over long shifts.

Do I need prior sales experience?

Helpful but not required; training provided for motivated candidates.

Is transportation provided?

No, but mileage reimbursement is offered for personal vehicle use.

How does PepsiCo support equal opportunity?

We comply with Fair Chance laws and hire without discrimination based on protected characteristics.