Merchandising Specialist

Pepsico is hiring for Merchandising Specialist

As part of their role, the Merchandising Specialist is tasked with elevating the presence and prominence of the Pepsico Beverages selection through strategic sales methodologies and efficient merchandising solutions across diverse customer channels. Essential tasks involve extending product distribution, enhancing sales performance, and delivering exceptional customer care within specified customer accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Distribution:

• Guarantee the consistent availability of Pepsico products like Pepsi, Gatorade, Tropicana, Rockstar, Bang, and similar items.
• Grow sales figures and enhance product availability through the management of allocated accounts.
• Reach out to potential clients to explore novel business prospects that could boost the availability of products and diversify packaging alternatives in specified territories.
• Arrange and upkeep equipment to aid in product distribution efficiency and capitalize on sales prospects.

Customer Relations:

• Ensure exceptional customer care for assigned customer accounts and demonstrate the value proposition of Pepsico’s Service Advantage initiative.
• Foster meaningful bonds with customers to secure their satisfaction and allegiance.
• Collaborate with store managers and decision-makers to sway the placement of products and increase brand presence.

Merchandising & Promotion:

• Harness the power of POS materials to stimulate interest and drive revenue growth in retail settings.
• Develop successful strategies for marketing goods, construct eye-catching showcases, secure shelving positions, and verify conformity with local and national operational campaigns.
• The regular resetting of stores is crucial for optimizing the arrangement of products on shelves and improving their positioning.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Ensure that the company's sales strategies and guidelines are followed consistently.
• Record meticulously all sales interactions, customer associations, and promotional campaigns.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possesses a sales-oriented approach with a track record of achieving or surpassing goals.
• Skill in effective product promotion and the creation of visually enticing exhibits.
• Familiarity with evolving patterns and customer inclinations in the beverage industry.
• Demonstrates exceptional skills in time allocation and maintaining order.

Education & Experience:

• Candidates should have completed high school or an equivalent qualification, with a college degree being advantageous.
• Having a background in sales, especially in consumer goods or retail, can be helpful.

About Company:

Founded in 1965 as a result of merging Pepsi-Cola and Frito-Lay, PepsiCo, Inc. is a renowned American multinational corporation renowned for its food, snack, and beverage offerings. Its headquarters are based in Purchase, New York, and the company sits prominently among the world's largest consumer goods enterprises. Operating extensively in excess of 200 countries, PepsiCo has a strong presence in beverages, foods, and snacks, catering to diverse consumer preferences.

The beverage selection at PepsiCo features renowned names such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Tropicana, Gatorade, and 7UP. When it comes to snacks and food items, the company is known for brands like Lay's, Doritos, Quaker, Cheetos, and Tostitos. PepsiCo's product range spans a broad spectrum of tastes and dietary requirements, encompassing carbonated beverages, wholesome options such as oatmeal, and refreshing fruit juices.

One of PepsiCo’s primary strengths is its ability to adapt to changing consumer demands. It has shifted its focus toward healthier product lines by reducing sugar and sodium levels across many products. The company’s mission is to create more smiles with every sip and every bite and to deliver more nutritious and sustainable options in the global food system.

The Winning with Purpose strategy by PepsiCo underscores its dedication to sustainability, innovation, and community welfare. Central to this strategy is the commitment to decreasing carbon emissions, protecting water reservoirs, and fostering sustainable sourcing practices. PepsiCo has made significant investments in sustainable packaging solutions, with the goal of transitioning to packaging materials that can be fully recycled, composted, or biodegraded.

With a workforce surpassing 260,000 individuals globally, PepsiCo is known for its corporate ethos that underscores the significance of diversity and inclusiveness. Aiming to provide extensive opportunities for career progression, PepsiCo cultivates a collaborative and energetic work setting. Recognized for its endeavors to foster gender equality, PepsiCo has been commended for its initiatives in endorsing women's participation in leadership roles.

PepsiCo, led by CEO Ramon Laguarta, remains committed to fostering ingenuity and embracing digital modernization. The organization has incorporated e-commerce and direct-to-consumer plans to stay competitive amidst shifting market trends and consumer demands. Consequently, PepsiCo has delivered impressive financial outcomes marked by continual revenue growth rooted in its diverse product range and widespread global operations.

PepsiCo is dedicated to nurturing local communities and driving philanthropic initiatives via the PepsiCo Foundation, with a strong emphasis on education, alleviating hunger, and facilitating access to clean water. As a major player in both the food and beverage markets, PepsiCo continues to steer international consumer patterns and behaviors.