Sr. Merchandiser

Overview

PepsiCo operates at global scale, serving consumers with food and beverage products more than a billion times every day across over 200 countries and territories. In 2021, the company reported more than $79 billion in net revenue, supported by a portfolio that combines beverages and convenient foods and features well-known brands such as LAY’S, DORITOS, CHEETOS, GATORADE, PEPSI and QUAKER.

The company’s direction is guided by pep+, a long-term transformation agenda focused on sustainability and human capital as central drivers of value creation and growth. PepsiCo emphasizes collaboration, inclusion and a culture where employees are encouraged to bring new ideas and help create positive impact for both people and the planet.

Join a dynamic sales environment where the main objective is to strengthen in-store visibility, support execution standards and contribute to shopper engagement in retail outlets.

Role Purpose

This role sits within the sales function and is centered on improving product presence across outlets handled by the merchandiser. The position also supports in-store sampling and promotional activity when needed. Compliance with agreed planograms and display arrangements is essential, and any exceptions must be escalated promptly to the pre-seller. The merchandiser is also expected to share timely market intelligence to help identify and act on selling opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Visit the designated outlets each day according to the route plan issued by the supervisor.
• Merchandise SSFL products across the store’s access points, shelves, stands and floor displays.
• Place point-of-sale materials beside the SSFL displays whenever applicable.
• Ensure all displays and access points follow the approved planograms.
• Manage stock rotation using FIFO and remove products that do not meet quality standards.
• Keep shelf stock of SSF products clean, fresh and well maintained at all times.
• Track competitor actions and report relevant market activity.
• Escalate any mismatch with the agreed terms at the assigned outlet/customer.
• Submit the previous day’s activity updates to the supervisor on a daily basis.
• Support sampling or redemption campaigns whenever required.
• Maintain a neat personal presentation and professional conduct in line with the Frito Lay code of conduct.

Performance Expectations

• Execution standard.
• LTA enforcement.
• Adherence to the journey plan.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a valid driving licence and a strong service orientation. Good communication and interpersonal abilities are also required.

Additional Information

The role is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and follows a full-time, onsite work arrangement.