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We live life in full flavor and believe the world should too. We create connections with every sip of our iconic Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Sparkling Ice Energy, Popwell and MIXT.\nWhen it comes to success, we know we’re only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company.\nOur Rain Makers are our most important asset. That’s why we invest in them withbenefits and development opportunitiesthat reflect just how much we value them.\nWHAT YOU'LL DO\nEvery single day, our Marketing team searches for surprising and refreshing ways to create connections with our customers and consumers.\nIn this role, you'll participate designing and implementing effective marketing strategies to commercialize innovative, consumer-driven products for Talking Rain and Sparkling Ice. As a key contributor, you will play a vital role in executing sales, retailer, and consumer support programs. You will analyze diverse data sets, transforming brand metrics into sales materials, recommending plans for enhanced margins, collaborating with the Insights team, and supporting packaging and product development throughout the entire lifecycle.\nReports to: Sr. Brand Manager\nDirect Reports: N/A\nLocation: Hybrid at our Preston, WA office at least 3 days onsite per week.\n*While we strive to offer flexibility, this role also requires it. There may be times when you're expected to come onsite outside your typical in-office days to support special projects, team events, or other business needs.\nAnnual Bonus Potential: 7% - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.\nBase Salary: $75,000 - $103,000 (depending on experience)\nNote: New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.\nPlan and execute sales, retailer and consumer support programs.\n\nAnalyze, track and summarize key learnings based on syndicated, Point of Sale, quantitative and qualitative data.\n\nTranslate key brand metrics, analytics, programs and media plans into sales materials that are retailer ready.\n\nRecommend and champion brand plans that improve margins and add EBITDA.\n\nCollaborate with Insights team to identify product offering gaps and valuable consumers insights to drive portfolio strategy and brand growth.\n\nAnalyze data, build business cases and make recommendations related to packaging, products, promotions, and other key initiatives that will drive business results and long-term sustainable growth.\n\nSupport the development of packaging and product development briefs and lead the from innovation through commercialization.\n\nComplete other responsibilities as assigned.\n\nOnsite responsibilities of this position include:\nSupporting innovation and new product development through tasting sessions, competitive product evaluations, and formula explorations with key stakeholders.\n\nCollaborating in a fast-paced environment to capture the essence of our products and drive impactful marketing strategies.\n\nWHAT YOU BRING\n2-4 years of experience in brand / marketing / product management, ideally with a Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) company.\n\nBachelor’s degree in Marketing or equivalent experience.\n\nDemonstrated experience leading project and program efforts to completion.\n\nStrong analytical/reporting skills with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).\n\nExperience with end-to-end product development and commercialization processes.\n\nExperience with Syndicated Data (IRI preferred).\n\nFamiliarity with traditional trade channels: food, mass, club, and convenience, and E-Commerce.\n\nComfort working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.\n\nAbility to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.\n\nStrong communication skills.\n\nA willingness to navigate change and ambiguity.\n\nA passion for the consumer.\n\nA creative mindset, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.\n\nComfortable with using data throughout aspects of the role, turning consumer and social insights into strategic thinking, and building viable financial models.\n\nBalance of art & science - ability to think creatively & strategically, with a strong business mindset.\n\nAbility to travel 1-3 times per quarter, based on business need.\n\nRain Makers are people who areaccountable, curious, and inclusive.\nWe hold ourselves accountable and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results.\nRain Makers don’t wait for answers - we go find them. Curiosity is part of what makes us so successful. Sometimes we push back, productively challenging the status quo.\nWe promote inclusivity. Valuing communication and respect, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. We are an approachable bunch, building and fostering relationships with people of all backgrounds.\nWHAT WE OFFER\nNothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks! All regular, full-time Rain Makers are equipped with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...\nThree Weeks of Vacation per calendar year. And that’s just to start! Spend some time with us, and you’ll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!\n\nFMLA qualifying Rain Makers receive six weeks of paid parental leave.Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.\n\nFlexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it’s intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.\n\nRelocation: Relocation Available (when available)\n\nOnsite and Hybrid Rain Makers: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive mileage reimbursement.\n\n401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.\n\nFitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.\n\nRain Makers may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.\n\nMedical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!\n\nVehicle Program -\n\nField Sales Specialist - Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate\n\nField Sales Managers and Market Managers - Company car or vehicle stipend included!\n\nRegional Sales Managers and Sales Directors - We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.\n\nPlease note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30+ hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.\nWant to get to know us better? Click to learn about us and our careers. 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