PepsiCo launches direct-to-consumer sites

As consumers continue to gravitate toward online shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic, PepsiCo has launched two e-commerce sites to meet increased demand for its food and beverage brands.

On Monday, PepsiCo debuted PantryShop.com and Snacks.com, where shoppers in the U.S. can order from an assortment of the company's brands including Cheetos, Gatorade, Quaker oatmeal, Doritos and Tropicana.

"In these uncertain times, as more and more consumers are using eCommerce channels to purchase food and beverage products, PantryShop.com and Snacks.com offer shoppers another alternative for easy and fast access to products they love," said Gibu Thomas, senior vice-president and head of e-commerce, in a press release.

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PantryShop.com offers a number of food and beverage bundles to meet different needs. For instance, the "Rise & Shine" contains breakfast items such as pancake mix, cereal, oatmeal and juice. "Workout & Recovery" comes with protein powder, whey protein bars and sports drinks. The kits cost US$29.95 and $49.95 depending on their size, and standard shipping is free.

Snacks.com offers more than 100 Frito-Lay products from brands such as Lay's, Tostitos, Cheetos and Ruffles, as well as dips, crackers, nuts and more.” For a limited time, shipping is free on orders more than $15.

PepsiCo has seen a boost in sales since the start of the pandemic, with consumers now eating breakfast and snacks at home. PepsiCo said organic sales–which don’t include acquisitions–grew 7.9% in its first quarter and e-commerce sales jumped 45%.