These workforce cuts are creating a deeper problem that isn't being discussed. We haven't been attracting top-tier talent for a long time because the word is out about how things work here. By letting some of our most capable people go and filling... — read more 

Head of UX Design at Strategy & Transformation was dismissed this week. Role terminated immediately. He clearly won’t be missed considering his reputation and poor legacy. What other senior roles at S&T were impacted this week?

Any cuts in away from home commercial org? Or is that pending the GTM and supply chain stuff mentioned in the new release? If so that will happen end of next year?

After the last round of cuts, anyone who picks up all the extra slack is just setting themselves up for more trouble. I'm sticking strictly to my contracted hours and focusing on my core tasks. If our overall output drops, that's a direct reflection... — read more 

Especially those already going through tough stretches in life. This happened at the worst possible time of year, and now people are heading into a brutal job market. Judging by the rumors, many of us may still end up joining our departing colleagues... — read more 

I'm in my mid-30s, at around L9-L11 level, working in the field (sales/operations). Throughout my career, I've mostly received 3s and 4s on performance reviews and have relocated a few times for the company. I'm recently married and planning to start... — read more 

For what it’s worth, I’m a retired PEP guy who unfortunately had to participate in a few layoffs. In the five or six major ones I went through I can NEVER recall looking at specific salaries or ranges. You normally were just given a target, and... — read more 

Now that the week is over, I'm just trying to figure out how long exactly it took to wrap things up. Just to be better prepared for the future.

A coworker who got laid off is one of the best people we had. He always got perfect reviews and everyone respected him. If they can just let someone like that go, then it's clear that none of our jobs are secure. That reality is hard to ignore.

With jobs moving to Mexico and India at lightning speed, I'm sure companies like PepsiCo have a solid plan to ensure US consumers can still afford their products. I mean, who needs a thriving middle class, right? Guess we'll just have to rely on... — read more 

It seems that this reorg was mainly corporate. Very little in the field (sorry to those impacted). It went from building consolidation, massive layoffs etc to very few. If this is the end FOR NOW they should announce that.

When I started here, most of my mentors told me this was a great place—pensions, growth potential, the works. Now, everyone who's still left is straight-up telling me to GTFO. The plan seems to be constant reductions. What used to happen every few... — read more 

Just curious. Hears we are moving to new Region

For now, no new assignment—just a new manager. I've had a great few years here, consistently handling the workload of multiple people day in and day out. With the next review round coming up soon, I guess I need to really sell myself to have a shot... — read more 

Any views on what sku to be cut? Retail and foodservice or just one? The 20% in the announcement? Paired with Quaker sell off counts as those sku out?

The restructuring this week forced on PEP by Elliot was a long time coming. I was in the market today and Lay's PC was 42 cents per ounce and the HEB label was 28 cents. PEP is charging almost a 50% premium for a product that is no better than HEB... — read more 

Heard there were calls today and some scheduled for tomorrow. Maybe just maybe we will find something out after a week of wondering. Who thinks this sh— up.

If it’s true that we’re heading into a phase of rolling layoffs lasting through the end of February, then the chances of losing a job go up significantly. The earlier you double down on your search, the better your odds of landing at least one offer... — read more 

Meanwhile, KO's CEO to step down: https://www.fooddive.com/news/coca-cola-chief-james-quincy-exits-after-9-years/807630/

From what I can tell, the majority of the cuts seems to be behind us now, and the only ones left are probably those they never managed to get in touch with during the opening stretch (out sick, vacation, or whatever). Everything at this point feels... — read more 

This has been the worst role out of a Reorg in company history. Many people still don’t know if they have a job!

Has anybody else noticed this? Not all, I know a few recent hires who were also laid off, but most of the people I know who were shown the door are at best in their late 40s and mostly in their 50s and above. I'm not surprised if the goal is to get... — read more 

Nowhere is safe in this economy but in over 7 years with PepsiCo my conclusion is this company is one of the most unstable I’ve ever been associated with. And unlike some that made cuts for somewhat plausible reasons - like industry downturns... — read more 

We know so little about what’s actually happening. The rumors are endless, and I’ve heard from several people that most cuts will wrap up by Friday, with a few lingering into Monday. But I honestly have no idea if that’s true.

In my 15 years at PEP they've been beating into my head that "we've got to beat KO". Well, look at PEP vs KO stock performance over the last 5 years. PEP has no strategy and schmucks like Elliott can boss it around and tell it what to do. What a... — read more 

Which teams have been hit and body count?

Just a reminder to all of us during these uncertain times.

They must still be secretly working on stuff behind the curtain

I want to start this post by saying I am not trying to troll the site or stir anyone up. I simply want to share my insight as a former 24-year PepsiCo employee. I still have friends in the company, and I sometimes read the posts here to keep up with... — read more 

2 days into the ridiculous new Pepsi plan. 3 to go. Hey, how are we going to hit plan next year. I’ve got an idea that I think is great. Announcement goes out on Monday about a Reorg. Then let’s fire 15 to 20% of our employees, doesn’t matter if... — read more 

I’m sick to my stomach with this bullsh!t

PepsiCo investors are unimpressed by the company’s latest plans to boost sales growth, cut costs, and increase profits. The initiative, disclosed Monday, came after “constructive engagement” with Elliott Investment Management, the activist investor... — read more 

My group took a hit today, and now I’m trying to figure out if those of us left standing are in the clear. I doubt they’d split cuts within the same team across multiple days, but no one has said anything official yet, so I’m guessing like everyone... — read more 

Changes expected through February 2026

Mississauga HQ associates were asked to wfh Monday-Tuesday. So it's all over at the end of the day today?

I've known this guy for over 20 years. He used to reply to my texts instantly, even on weekends. I know his family, etc. But now he's ghosted me and left me on read. I sent another note, and he ghosted again. How threatened are the higher-ups to... — read more 

No unexpected changes?

PepsiCo Signals Imminent Layoffs with Work-From-Home Mandate PepsiCo appears to be the latest major American corporation preparing to reduce its workforce, with reports indicating that job cuts in the United States and Canada could be imminent... — read more