Large Format Sales District Leader - Sarasota, FL

We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That’s why we Win with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate, and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we’re committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, to be a faster, stronger, and better company as a whole. 

Are you hungry to be a part of the World’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then Now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better. Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) is PepsiCo’s beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States. This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization. 

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s invited. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop, and grow our unique skill sets at work. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact. Join us. Dare for Better. 

The Large Format Sales District Leader (SDL) is responsible for leading a team of 12-18 large format sales representatives and merchandisers to drive superior marketplace execution and customer service. The Large Format SDL also have the opportunity to cultivate relationships and manage multiple priorities to make a positive business impact.

• →Manage, motivate and develop a team of frontline sales representatives in order to increase daily productivity and improve business performance 
• →Coach and lead a team of full-time merchandisers on selling and display execution, merchandising standards, and ensure accurate and timely orders are submitted 
• →Assign full-time merchandisers to a consistent set of large format and high-volume accounts to service on a regular basis; as needed, adjust store assignments to ensure proper service coverage for any fill-ins or backup 
• →Conduct ‘work- withs/ route rides’ with frontline employees to develop their selling and customer service skills
• →Work proactively with customers to understand business needs and develop strong relationships
• →Maintain process improvement to further enhance productivity of PepsiCo’s selling and delivery model
• →Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure orders are submitted, delivered and merchandised according to plan
• →Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance
• →Set productivity and service targets and ensure proper resource allocation between accounts
• →Directly Oversee the Merchandising Function, including ensuring proper coverage of full-time Merchandisers in their designated account territories 

• A minimum of 2 years managing frontline employees or demonstrated leadership capabilities 
• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Team Spirit!  We are looking for someone to inspire others
• Consumer packaged goods experience in a direct store delivery environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/ or weekends
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Safe driving record strongly preferred

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.