PepsiCo to Cut Around 1,000 Jobs Across North America

PepsiCo announced on November 9, 2026, that it is cutting jobs across its North American food and beverage operations, with approximately 1,000 positions reportedly being eliminated. The reductions are expected to take place over the following week.

North America CEO Ram Krishnan outlined the restructuring in a letter to employees, explaining that PepsiCo wants to simplify its organization, speed up decision-making and improve performance.

The cuts come as the company faces weaker beverage demand, pressure on snack sales and higher costs.

PepsiCo hasn’t disclosed which locations will be affected or how many Canadian employees will lose their jobs. The approximately 1,000 positions represent the reported North American total, not a confirmed Canadian layoff count.

The restructuring was detailed in a Reuters report published November 9.

Laid Off By PepsiCo? Know Your Severance Rights.

PepsiCo’s restructuring doesn’t erase the severance rights of Canadian employees. Non-unionized workers in Ontario, Alberta and BC terminated without cause can receive up to 24 months’ compensation.

Your severance should account for your full compensation, including salary, bonuses, commissions and benefits.

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