SR. Merchandiser

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is a global leader in beverages and convenient foods, with products enjoyed by consumers in over 200 countries and territories. In 2021, the company generated more than $79 billion in net revenue through a diverse portfolio that includes iconic brands such as LAY’S®, DORITOS®, CHEETOS®, GATORADE®, PEPSI®, and QUAKER®. PepsiCo operates with a vision to be a global leader by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+), a strategic transformation focused on sustainability and human capital to create value and growth.

Role Overview

PepsiCo is seeking a SR. Merchandiser for a full-time position in the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial for maximizing on-shelf product presence, ensuring adherence to planograms, and supporting sales opportunities through up-to-date market information. The SR. Merchandiser will be responsible for executing all in-store activities according to company standards, managing these activities via the PACE system, and ensuring data accuracy to achieve performance KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Call on specific TT outlets as per the daily journey plan provided by the supervisor.
• Merchandise SSFL products within TT stores across various access points, including shelves, stands, and floor displays.
• Place POS material next to SSFL displays where applicable.
• Ensure all access points are merchandised according to approved planograms.
• Rotate products using the FIFO method and remove sub-standard items.
• Maintain clean and fresh stock of SSF products on the shelf at all times.
• Monitor and report competitive activities in the market.
• Report any deviations from agreed terms with assigned OT customers or outlets.
• Report daily activities of the prior day to the supervisor.
• Participate in sampling and redemption campaigns when required.
• Maintain appropriate personal appearance and professional behavior in line with the Frito Lay code of conduct.
• Monitor market developments, define marketing objectives and sales methods for designated stores, and estimate expected sales volume.
• Oversee the implementation of sales GTM, sales methods, and the execution of promotional programs.
• Prepare specialized sales-related reports, provide appropriate recommendations, and store them in the designated database in accordance with approved policies and procedures.

System and Execution Responsibilities (PACE)

• Execute all visits through the PACE Merchandising System.
• Follow the assigned journey plan.
• Ensure 100% accuracy of data, including photos, counts, and timestamps.
• Avoid manual or offline reporting.
• Close action items raised in the system.

Key Performance Measures

• Execution Standard.
• LTA enforcement.
• Journey plan adherence.
• Pace system reports/outcome.

Performance KPIs

• Percentage of Visits Done vs. Plan.
• MSL Compliance.
• Rock Compliance.
• SOS Perfect Store Compliance.