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PURCHASE, N.Y. – PepsiCo is reportedly cutting about 1,000 jobs in its North America food and beverage business, with the changes to be carried out over the next week, according to a report on Monday. The report cites a letter to employees from Ram Krishnan, chief executive of PepsiCo North America. The company has not responded to requests for comment, and it has not confirmed the number.
In the letter, Krishnan reportedly said the goal is to simplify the structure of the business. “We will simplify how we operate, better connect teams and strengthen the capabilities we need,” he wrote, adding that the aim is “to move faster, execute better and invest behind the opportunities that will drive our growth.” The reported cuts are described as job reductions in the division. They are not reported as plant closures.
Context: PepsiCo had about 306,000 employees worldwide at the end of 2025, including roughly 125,000 in the United States, according to its annual report. Last month the company lowered its full-year earnings forecast after reporting continued softness in North America, particularly in beverages, as shoppers stayed cautious about discretionary spending.
Why it matters: the cuts follow a weak North America outlook and would affect roughly 1,000 workers within a week. Still unknown: which roles and locations are affected, how many of the jobs are in the U.S., and whether PepsiCo will confirm the figure.
File photo: PepsiCo’s headquarters in Purchase, N.Y. It is not related to a specific site named in the report.
JBizNews Desk | Purchase, N.Y.
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