Merchandiser Team Leader

Position Overview

Join PepsiCo, a global leader in the beverage and convenient foods industry, where our products are enjoyed by consumers over one billion times daily across more than 200 countries. With a portfolio that includes iconic brands such as LAY’S®, DORITOS®, CHEETOS®, GATORADE®, PEPSI®, and QUAKER®, we are committed to driving growth through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Our vision, Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+), reflects our dedication to creating value while operating within planetary boundaries and fostering positive change for both people and the planet.

As a Merchandiser Team Leader at PepsiCo, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products are strategically positioned and presented to maximize sales and consumer engagement. You will lead a dynamic team, drive execution excellence, and contribute to our mission of delivering unparalleled consumer experiences. This role is ideal for a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about driving performance through teamwork and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

As the Merchandiser Team Leader, you will be accountable for overseeing the merchandising activities within assigned outlets, ensuring alignment with PepsiCo’s strategic goals and brand standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Merchandising Execution: Monitor and execute daily merchandising activities in specific outlets as per the provided journey plan, ensuring products are strategically placed in high-visibility areas such as shelves, stands, and floor displays.
• Planogram Compliance: Ensure all access points are merchandised according to approved planograms, maintaining optimal product placement and availability to drive sales and enhance consumer experience.
• Team Leadership and Performance Management: Lead and manage a team of merchandisers, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure execution standards are met. Monitor team adherence to journey plans and merchandising guidelines.
• Inventory and Product Rotation: Implement the FIFO (First In, First Out) method to rotate products, remove sub-standard items, and maintain a clean, fresh stock of products on shelves at all times. Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor and report competitive activities within assigned outlets, providing insights to management to inform strategic decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
• Point-of-Sale (POS) Material Management: Place POS materials in strategic locations next to SSFL (Snacks, Sweet, Frozen, and Liquid) displays to enhance brand visibility and drive consumer engagement.
• Customer and Outlet Relationship Management: Report any deviations from agreed terms with assigned outlets, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Campaign Participation: Actively participate in sampling and redemption campaigns as required, contributing to brand awareness and consumer engagement initiatives.
• Professional Conduct: Maintain a professional appearance and behavior in line with PepsiCo’s code of conduct, representing the company with integrity and excellence in all interactions.

Key Performance Measures

Your success in this role will be measured by your ability to:

• Achieve and maintain high execution standards across all merchandising activities.
• Ensure strict adherence to journey plans and merchandising guidelines.
• Drive team performance and development through effective leadership and coaching.
• Provide accurate and timely reports on competitive activities, inventory status, and outlet compliance.
• Contribute to the achievement of sales targets and brand growth objectives.

Qualifications and Competencies

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• Experience: Proven experience in managing a direct sales or merchandising team, with a track record of driving performance and achieving targets.
• Service Orientation: A strong service-level orientation, with a commitment to delivering exceptional consumer and customer experiences.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and build strong relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and inspire a high-performing team culture.
• Analytical Thinking: The ability to analyze sales data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations to improve merchandising strategies and drive sales growth.
• Adaptability: A dynamic and adaptable approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Join PepsiCo and become part of a global team dedicated to creating value, driving growth, and making a positive impact on the world. We welcome candidates who are passionate about excellence, innovation, and collaboration, and who are committed to upholding our values of integrity, diversity, and inclusion. Apply today and dare to transform with PepsiCo.