Merchandising Team Lead

Pepsico is hiring for Merchandising Team Lead

Compensation: $65,300 - $101,850 annually
Bonus: Target 10% of annual salary, paid quarterly
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave

Job Overview:

The Merchandising Team Lead is responsible for managing and guiding a team of full-time Merchandisers who serve large-volume accounts (e.g., supermarkets, mass merchants) in a fast-paced, direct-store-delivery (DSD) environment. The role focuses on achieving superior merchandising execution, excellent customer service, and business growth. This leadership role includes full authority over hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation of the merchandising team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and manage a team of full-time Merchandisers.

• Ensure high standards in merchandising execution and timely order submission.

• Assign merchandisers to a consistent group of high-volume retail accounts.

• Adjust store assignments as needed for coverage and backup.

• Conduct store visits ("work-withs"/route rides) to mentor team members.

• Train new hires and enforce use of Pepsi Beverage Company tools and procedures.

• Monitor and guide daily operations, delegate tasks, and assess performance.

• Collaborate with Territory Sales Leader and Sales Reps to implement sales strategies.

• Promote teamwork and set productivity/service targets.

• Identify customer satisfaction risks and proactively apply solutions.

• Evaluate employee performance and provide consistent feedback.

• Maintain cost awareness while meeting customer needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience.

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (strongly preferred).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs periodically.

• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

• Must have legal right to work in the United States.

• Strong team-building and leadership capabilities.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $65,300 – $101,850 (based on experience, skills, location)

• Bonus Eligibility: Up to 10% annual salary, paid quarterly

• Paid Time Off:

  • 15+ days of paid vacation (for eligible employees)

  • 10 paid holidays annually

  • 10 days (80 hours) of paid sick leave

  • Up to 3 days of bereavement leave

  • Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave

• Health & Wellness Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

  • Disability and Life Insurance

  • Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Retirement: Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

• Additional Perks: Legal assistance, accident insurance, and more

EEO Statement:

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process, compliant with applicable local, state, and federal laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.