I was hired as a campus recruit and designated as an SDL. I'm officially done, and leaving felt amazing. The 18-month rotation wasn't terrible, but managing sales reps and meeting the demands of major customers like Walmart and Kroger was relentless... — read more 

With Elliott $4bn stake in PepsiCo. They're coming with changes. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/elliott-management-plans-activist-campaign-113341334.html Their history.... Elliott takes activist stakes in companies to push for operational... — read more 

At least it's not just us.

https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2025/08/31/pepsico-to-cut-83-jobs-at-detroit-facility-heres-why/

The VRP rumors continue to fly. August has come and went with no news. If it is going to be offered the timing will be different, probably offer on Christmas Day or the day before as a early Christmas present

I’ve been looking for a new job for a while, and every time I get to the final interview, I get rejected. It’s mentally draining and discouraging. After so many close calls, it’s hard to stay motivated or maintain any sense of confidence. It's... — read more 

Long Time Employee. Got moved to the MTL role. I was constantly asked what I need for support. I don't have the ability to articulate what I needed when we are so damn low paying, and nobody wants to do our jobs. The beverage portfolio is so many... — read more 

Shocked! No posts on the Celsius news. Great things for Pep. A lot of $$$$$ spent on this deal and giving away Rockstar?

https://www.newsweek.com/florida-h1b-visa-ron-desantis-2119998

Just getting through the day any way you can doesn’t mean you’re lazy. Constant stress and endless expectations grind you down until even simple tasks feel impossible. It’s the environment wearing you out, not your drive. If there’s a chance to step... — read more 

In September there will a massive change in S&T - layoffs… Data Product Management teams and DPA will combine which will create layoffs… others will be affected… hold on to your butts..

The worst of all the jobs I had.

Another senior exec jumping ship and leaving the company. Do they know something we don’t?

Ok so I'm in severance after thankfully being offered the vrp. I just received a notice from fidelity that the took an overpayment from my hsa in the amount of 37.11. Call if you did not authorize this. Some to both fidelity and pay and benefits... — read more 

One of the biggest issues is the lack of any real vision from the top. Without a clear direction, it’s no wonder people are frustrated. If there is a plan, it’s barely visible and poorly shared, leaving everyone unsure about the future.

He did a great job ruining Target, maybe PEP can hire him back https://nypost.com/2025/08/20/business/target-ceo-brian-cornell-steps-down-after-10-years-as-retailer-fights-to-reverse-sliding-sales/

I’ve been through a dozen rounds of layoffs and watched almost every manager and teammate I knew disappear. The company feels completely different now, almost unrecognizable. It’s strange being one of the few left and sometimes I wonder if I'm really... — read more 

"It's not clear what an activist might be looking to do with PepsiCo (PEP), though they may want the company to split up or maybe the board may need an overhaul, Bilson speculated." This is what lots of bad management gets you...I think it's pretty... — read more 

Another Ultra-Processed Food Warning.. https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/cutting-one-food-type-could-nearly-double-weight-loss-study-suggests

No discrimination or racism. Just facts… https://m.economictimes.com/nri/work/big-tech-companies-accused-of-bending-h-1b-rules-with-job-listings/amp_articleshow/123342770.cms

Am I wrong about this? It feels like small groups keep getting let go quietly, as if no one should notice. Or is this just a fluke, and I’m reading too much into it?

How is PepsiCo actually leveraging AI in its operations and strategy? I’ve been seeing multiple LinkedIn posts from company leaders talking about AI, but I’m curious — is this primarily marketing, or is there real substance behind it in terms of... — read more 

Notice every time you post something about H-1-Bs on this site, thelayoff.com removes the postings. Makes me believe this group running this site are H-1-Bs and don’t want any topics/news related to H-1-Bs to be exposed here. Not truly a freedom of... — read more 

I’ve been thinking about mine more lately, maybe switching fields, taking some certifications, or starting something on the side. Considering everything that happened in the last few years, you never know anymore if you're safe or not. Better to be... — read more 

Did I hear it right? DPA is going to D.Dohnalik?

Time for PepsiCo to pay the piper… https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/fda-targeting-orange-juice-why-170413306.html

I still show up, do what I have to, but the fire’s long gone. This place put it out years ago. I'm now just counting down the days and trying not to burn out before the finish line.

Curious to hear others’ thoughts. Here’s what I’ve personally observed and feel needs to be said: 1. Lack of Transparency and Consistency Across Teams Leadership often isn’t transparent, and policies seem to shift depending on who you report to. For... — read more 

There’s no real creditable chat on this site about layoffs. No field gossip about layoffs. Don’t think there’s any layoffs coming in the immediate future so I think everyone can relax and take a breath for a while. There will come a day but not... — read more 

The normal 8-hour grind is bad enough, but now I’m expected to work late most days too. It’s August and I already feel like summer passed me by while I was stuck behind a screen. I don’t hate working, but this setup feels broken. I’m either working... — read more 

Someone thinks this is the next Cool Ranch. I tried the sample of this. It tasted like cr-p! I couldn’t finish it. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/doritos-thinks-flavor-next-cool-110042256.html

Curious to hear what folks think about how the Data & AI org actually operates. How do promotions really work in this group? Is it based on performance and impact, or do you have to be part of an inner circle to move up? Feels like there might be... — read more 

Lately, it feels like her leadership style is creating more chaos than clarity. She tends to give more direction to vendors than to her own team, and expects us to go above and beyond to fulfill commitments she’s made—often without considering the... — read more 

I’ve been hearing quite a few whispers lately about several mid-level leaders leaving PepsiCo. It’s starting to sound like more than just coincidence. Is there something happening behind the scenes that we’re not fully aware of? Do they know... — read more 

How much do you all keep liquid in savings and checking? Not counting investments, just curious what folks have sitting in cash these days to feel safe enough, especially with layoffs going around again.

Just going to say it....PepsiCo's Blood Money! PepsiCo (PEP) Raises Quarterly Dividend By 5% To US$1.42 Per Share https://finance.yahoo.com/news/pepsico-pep-raises-quarterly-dividend-172133383.html

If you're working within S&T, you know how central it is in supporting business goals. But let's get real, some business stakeholders have a bad habit of blaming the entire S&T team for issues that pop up, without taking the time to understand what's... — read more 

You can work nights, weekends, and give PepsiCo everything you have, but when the time comes, they’ll let you go without a second thought. The praise won’t protect you, you can be 100% certain of that. Hustle culture is not noble. It’s just... — read more 

Is Celsius really propping us up?

Anyone hear about PBNA going to be gutted, heard that its coming but wasn't sure if its real. They could get rid of a few people that is awful to work with