SR. Merchandiser

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About PepsiCo PepsiCo products are consumed over a billion times daily across more than 200 countries and territories. In 2021, PepsiCo generated over $79 billion in net revenue from its diverse portfolio of beverages and convenient foods, including brands such as LAY’S®, DORITOS®, CHEETOS®, GATORADE®, PEPSI®, and QUAKER®. The company's vision is to be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+), a strategic transformation integrating sustainability and human capital to drive value and growth. Role Overview The SR. Merchandiser, also referred to as a Sales Specialist, is responsible for optimizing product presence on shelves, executing in-store promotions, and ensuring compliance with planograms. This full-time position is based in Eastern, Saudi Arabia, and involves managing in-store activities according to company standards, utilizing the PACE system, and maintaining data accuracy to achieve performance KPIs. The role requires immediate reporting of any deviations to the pre-seller and providing current market information to support sales opportunities. Key Responsibilities Visit specific TT outlets as per the daily journey plan provided by the supervisor. Merchandise SSFL products across various access points within TT stores, 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 shelves at all times. Monitor and report competitive activities. Report any deviations from agreed terms with assigned OT customers or outlets. Report daily activities from the prior day to the supervisor. Participate in sampling and redemption campaigns when required. Maintain a professional appearance and 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 Go-To-Market strategies, sales methods, and promotional programs. Prepare specialized sales-related reports, provide recommendations, and store them in the designated database according to approved policies. System and Execution Compliance (PACE) Execute all visits through the PACE Merchandising System. Adhere to the assigned journey plan. Ensure 100% accuracy of data, including photos, counts, and timestamps. Avoid manual or offline reporting. Close action items raised within the system. Performance Measures Execution Standard. LTA enforcement. Journey plan adherence. PACE system reports and outcomes. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Percentage of visits done versus plan. MSL Compliance. Rock Compliance. SOS Perfect Store Compliance.