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. In the U.S., PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) drives growth through dynamic sales teams servicing supermarkets, mass merchandisers, and convenience stores. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo champions diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring practices, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable laws like the Fair Chance Ordinances.

Role Overview

The Sales Rep - Relief Large Grocery/Mass Merch position at PepsiCo in Tupelo, Mississippi, is a full-time, labor-intensive role perfect for energetic individuals who thrive in fast-paced retail environments. As a relief sales representative, you'll fill in as the primary store-level salesperson for large accounts such as supermarkets and mass merchandisers. Your mission: provide exceptional service, grow business, and ensure products are perfectly placed to drive sales. This role involves ordering products for delivery, stocking shelves, building displays, and interacting frequently with store management. Expect 10-12 hour shifts with lifting of 20-45 pound cases, bending, reaching, and possible weekend/holiday work. Starting at $21.65/hour, this position offers mileage reimbursement and opportunities to advance within PepsiCo's vast network.

Key Responsibilities

In this hands-on role, you'll be the face of PepsiCo in key retail accounts. Primary accountabilities include:

• Growing sales volume, market share, product distribution, space allocation, and customer service across all assigned accounts.
• Selling product inventory to standards, taking accurate inventory, and placing orders for future delivery.
• Soliciting new business to boost volume and introduce new package distributions within your territory.
• Executing promotions, securing equipment placement, and selling sufficient inventory to meet demand.
• Utilizing point-of-purchase materials, maintaining shelf facings, cleaning shelves, and rotating products to generate selling opportunities.
• Providing excellent service, building rapport, and addressing customer needs to foster goodwill.
• Merchandising product sections, building eye-catching displays, and completing paperwork accurately and timely.
• Performing additional duties like warehouse support as assigned by management.

Regular, reliable attendance is essential in this dynamic position.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Sales Rep, meet these basic qualifications:

• 18 years or older.
• Must have a car or personal transportation to access multiple store locations within your shift.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and proof of insurance.

Helpful experience includes working with consumer products, the beverage industry, power equipment like pallet jacks, handheld computers, inventory management, B2B selling, merchandising, handling incorrect orders, financial calculations, route management, incremental selling, and safety procedures. No prior experience required, but these skills will accelerate your success.

Physical Demands

This labor-intensive role requires repeated lifting, loading, pushing, and pulling of cases weighing 20-45 pounds over 10-12 hour shifts. Expect bending, reaching, squatting, and working in coolers, backrooms, and on sales floors.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its team members with competitive compensation and perks tailored for sales professionals:

• Hourly pay of $21.65, equating to approximately $45,032 annually based on standard hours.
• Mileage reimbursement for using your personal vehicle on sales routes.
• Comprehensive equal opportunity policies, including fair chance hiring for qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Opportunities for overtime, holiday pay, and shift differentials.
• Access to PepsiCo's employee discount programs and wellness initiatives.
• Potential for full benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off upon meeting eligibility.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in your development. Start as a Relief Sales Rep and advance to full-time routes, key account management, sales supervision, or district leadership. Gain hands-on experience in merchandising, sales strategies, and customer relations that propel careers in the $90B+ U.S. beverage industry. PepsiCo's training programs, mentorship, and performance-based promotions ensure long-term growth. Many executives began in field sales roles like this one.

Why Join Us

Join PepsiCo in Tupelo, MS, for a rewarding career where your efforts directly impact sales and customer satisfaction. Be part of a iconic brand, work with cutting-edge products, and enjoy a supportive culture that recognizes hard work. Tupelo's vibrant community, combined with PepsiCo's stability, offers the perfect launchpad for your professional journey. With mileage reimbursement and flexible relief scheduling, achieve work-life balance while building skills for future success.

Role FAQs

Is this a full-time position?

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

What is the pay and are there benefits?

Base pay is $21.65/hour. Mileage reimbursement provided; additional benefits available based on eligibility.

Do I need experience?

Basic qualifications are age 18+, driver's license, and transportation. Beverage or sales experience is helpful but not required.

Is heavy lifting involved?

Yes, repeated lifting of 20-45 lb cases, plus bending and merchandising.

How does PepsiCo support career advancement?

Through training, performance reviews, and internal opportunities in sales and management.

Ready to refresh your career? Apply now for the Sales Rep role at PepsiCo in Tupelo, Mississippi!