Job Application for Brand Manager, Beverage at Green Thumb

The Role

As more Americans turn to cannabis for well-being, we are looking to grow our team to help us bring additional safe, trusted products to even more consumers and channels across the country. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the identity of a new brand in the emerging THC beverage space. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for building brands and delivering exceptional consumer experiences, we want to hear from you!

The Brand Manager will play a key role in supporting the development and execution of brand strategies for our THC-infused beverage brand(s). This role will focus on enhancing brand visibility, consumer loyalty, and market presence, contributing to the broader mission of delivering unique, memorable brand experiences. You will collaborate with internal teams to execute beverage-specific brand initiatives, manage marketing campaigns, and drive engagement across various consumer touchpoints.

This is a hybrid position based out of our Chicago, IL office. The role requires travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Brand Strategy Support

Assist in developing and executing a beverage brand positioning strategy to resonate with target audiences.
Contribute to the planning of brand initiatives to increase visibility and strengthen brand presence.
Support maintaining brand consistency across all consumer touchpoints, ensuring alignment with broader brand standards and messaging.

Campaign & Activation Management

Support the creation and management of brand communications across owned channels, including social media, web, and POS/merch.
Assist in designing and executing consumer-facing marketing campaigns, such as in-store activations and digital promotions.
Collaborate with Brand and Events teams to activate the beverage brand at events, retail locations, and other experiential opportunities.
Coordinate with creative agencies and internal teams to support campaign delivery and engagement.

Market Research & Insights

Assist in conducting market analysis to monitor consumer preferences, trends, and competitor activity within the THC and broader beverage categories.
Help generate insights to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for growth.
Monitor and report on brand performance, including consumer perception and campaign effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Trade Marketing, Sales, and Compliance teams to ensure marketing initiatives align with brand standards and regulatory guidelines.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain consistency in brand messaging and consumer experiences.
Support training initiatives for the sales team to ensure alignment with brand knowledge and key messaging.

Budget & Resource Management

Assist in managing the brand marketing budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to maximize campaign ROI.
Track spending and ensure alignment with marketing objectives and company financial targets.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field preferred
4+ years of experience in brand management or marketing, preferably in the CPG industry
Strong understanding of marketing, brand development and consumer engagement strategies.
Ability to manage projects and execute campaigns in a fast-paced environment.
Solid analytical skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
Ability to travel up to 50%

Additional Requirements

Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver’s license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

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The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range

$85,000 - $105,000 USD

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