Lead Merchandiser Swing: Carbondale/Anna

About the Role

As a Lead Merchandiser, you’ll be the driving force behind Pepsi’s in-store success—leading teams, executing winning displays, and ensuring our products stand out and sell fast. This role blends hands-on merchandising with leadership and training, making you a key partner to the Area Sales Manager and a go-to resource for the merchandising team. You’ll either lead a team of Sales Merchandisers or independently execute merchandising strategies that boost product visibility, availability, and sales across assigned retail locations.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Area Sales Manager. Supervises: No direct reports, but provides daily leadership, training, and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Support
  • Provide coverage for open zones due to vacations or call-offs
  • Assist in training, coaching, and developing Sales Merchandisers and new hires
  • Support the Area Sales Manager with daily operations, training, and execution
  • Train new Sales Merchandiser trainees on in-store execution and Walmart/Dollar General processes
• Merchandising & Execution
  • Set up, maintain, and rotate product displays according to planograms and company standards
  • Service and stock all cold drink equipment and floor/backroom inventory
  • Ensure proper product rotation to maintain freshness and quality
  • Implement promotional signage, POP materials, and in-store advertising to maximize sales
  • Hang banners and maintain cleanliness of all outside equipment
• Store & Account Management
  • Service approved customer accounts daily and resolve customer concerns promptly
  • Monitor competitive activity and report insights daily to the Area Sales Manager
  • Call in equipment work orders when needed and report issues daily
  • Report any accidents involving Pepsi employees in stores
• Brand & Professional Standards
  • Maintain a clean, professional appearance in line with company policy
  • Act ethically and professionally while representing Pepsi and its customers
  • Work scheduled weekends and holidays as approved
  • Drive personal vehicle to accounts within assigned territory
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Working Relationships

• Daily interaction with store managers, customers, and the general public
• Ongoing collaboration with multiple levels of Pepsi management and team members

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Lead without being behind a desk
• Build leadership skills with real-world impact
• Represent a globally recognized brand
• Play a key role in driving sales, visibility, and customer satisfaction

700 Skyline Dr., Marion, IL 62959. We’re hiring locally and in surrounding areas.