🌟 Join PepsiCo as a Sales Rep – Relief Large Grocery/Mass Merch in Munster, Indiana!
Location: Munster, Indiana
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Sales / Consumer Packaged Goods
Salary: $24.90 / Hour
Company: PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA)
🏢 About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, with a portfolio of iconic brands like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Lay’s, Gatorade, Tropicana, and Quaker. At PepsiCo, we’re not just about refreshing drinks and tasty snacks — we’re about building dynamic careers and empowering our people. We believe in celebrating diversity, fostering inclusion, and growing together as one unstoppable team.
We are proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers for three consecutive years and awarded the Handshake Early Talent Award from 2022–2024.
🚀 Job Overview: Sales Rep – Relief Large Grocery/Mass Merch
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoy working independently? PepsiCo is hiring a Sales Rep – Relief Large Grocery/Mass Merch in Munster, Indiana, where you’ll be the face of our brand in local grocery chains and mass merchandise stores.
This role is labor-intensive and includes lifting, stocking, merchandising, and selling PepsiCo’s beverage products while building strong relationships with store management. You’ll work directly with existing clients and also scout for new business, all while managing product orders, displays, and promotions.
📽️ Watch our Realistic Job Preview Video to see what it’s like on the job!
👥 Who You’ll Work With
As a Sales Relief Representative, you’ll be a key player in our field sales team. You’ll work with:
- Store managers and retail staff
- Route delivery drivers
- Warehouse and distribution teams
- PepsiCo area sales and merchandising managers
You’ll also work independently for much of your shift, making decisions that directly affect sales and customer satisfaction.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
As a Sales Rep – Relief, you’ll be responsible for:
✅ Sales Execution & Growth
- Grow sales volume and market share in assigned accounts
- Increase product distribution and shelf space allocation
- Solicit new business opportunities to drive revenue
✅ Store Support
- Take inventory, place product orders, and track delivery needs
- Merchandise and rotate stock on shelves, coolers, and vending units
- Set up displays and promotional materials like signage and banners
✅ Customer Relationship Management
- Build strong rapport with store personnel
- Provide world-class service and resolve any customer issues
- Understand and fulfill customer needs with proactive communication
✅ Physical Demands & In-Store Support
- Lift, load, push, and pull cases weighing 20-45 lbs
- Navigate 10-12 hour shifts involving bending, reaching, and squatting
- Must be available for weekend or holiday work, as needed
🎯 Qualifications & Requirements
🎓 Basic Qualifications
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license
- Must have reliable personal transportation
- Must have proof of auto insurance
📚 Preferred (Helpful) Experience
- Previous work in consumer product sales
- Familiarity with the beverage industry and competitor brands
- Use of power equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, U-boats, hand trucks)
- Experience with handheld mobile tech for inventory and order processing
- Skills in inventory management, business-to-business selling, and financial calculations
📈 What Success Looks Like
- Achieving or exceeding sales targets
- Ensuring optimal shelf and display presence for PepsiCo products
- Maintaining accurate records and timely order processing
- Building long-term relationships with retail accounts
- Demonstrating reliability through consistent attendance and schedule adherence
💡 Why Choose PepsiCo?
💼 Competitive Pay & Benefits
- $24.90/hour
- Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off, holidays, and potential performance bonuses
🧠 Training & Development
- Robust onboarding and continuous learning programs
- Real-time feedback and coaching from seasoned professionals
- Opportunities for promotion and career growth within PepsiCo
🏆 Culture & Values
- A company that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Recognition as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute
- Commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance
🌍 Equal Opportunity Employer
At PepsiCo, we celebrate what makes you unique. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex
- National origin
- Disability
- Veteran status
- Gender identity or expression
- Sexual orientation
If you have a criminal history, you may still be eligible for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Need assistance or accommodations during the hiring process? We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone.
📝 Application Process
Here’s what you can expect from our hiring journey:
Step 1: Apply Online
Submit your application with an updated resume through PepsiCo’s career portal.
Step 2: Initial Contact
If shortlisted, a recruiter will reach out to discuss next steps.
Step 3: Interview
You may be invited to participate in phone, video, or in-person interviews.
Step 4: Offer & Onboarding
Successful candidates receive an offer and guidance on onboarding, orientation, and training.
🕒 Don’t wait — positions fill fast!
🧭 Location Details
📍 Munster, Indiana
Located in the heart of Northwest Indiana, Munster is a thriving suburb just 30 miles southeast of Chicago. It boasts excellent schools, parks, and a tight-knit community — an ideal base for a successful career in sales.
📲 Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, drive sales, and represent a globally recognized brand, PepsiCo wants you on the team!
👉 Click the “Apply Now” button and start your PepsiCo journey today!
