Brand Experience & Merchandising Specialist

TalkingRain Beverage Company; Remote; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A beverage company in Preston is seeking a Brand Experience & Merchandising Specialist to host product tastings, engage consumers, and manage retail displays. The ideal candidate has sales, marketing, or merchandising experience, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license. This position offers a competitive hourly rate between $23-$36 based on experience, and includes perks like vacation, flexible benefits, and a company vehicle program.

Benefits

Three weeks of vacation

Paid parental leave

401k with immediate vesting

Fitness reimbursements

Flexible stipend

On-site gym access

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in sales, marketing, or merchandising.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Host engaging product tastings and demos at stores.
• Conduct consumer interviews for insights.
• Maintain retail displays and ensure excellent merchandising.

Skills

Communication

Sales skills

Customer engagement

Market insights

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

## Brand Experience & Merchandising Specialist**WHO WE ARE**We’re Talking Rain Beverage Company, we create better-for-you beverages featuring great flavors and colors from natural sources. 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.When 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.**Our Rain Makers are our most important asset. That’s why we invest in them with** **that reflect just how much we value them.****WHAT YOU'LL DO**Ice Labs is looking for a Brand Experience & Merchandising Specialist to help ignite consumer excitement, gather real‑time feedback, and ensure our products show up powerfully on shelf. Part tastemaker, part brand ambassador, part consumer‑insights scout—this role is ideal for college students or early‑career professionals who want hands‑on exposure to sales, marketing, or brand management.Reports to: Sr. Manager, InnovationDirect Reports: N/ALocation: Remote work from home, in the Greater Seattle area #LI-RemoteAnnual Bonus Potential: 7% - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $36.00 (depending on experience)Core Shift: Tuesday through Saturday - to support peak consumer traffic, with periodic Sunday shifts required to support key brand moments.**Note**: This range is a regional average, but compensation will be reviewed based on geographical location depending on where applicant will be working. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.Plus, a Company vehicle!**Create Unforgettable Consumer Experiences*** Host fun, engaging product tastings and demos that bring the brand to life at retail stores, community events, and surprise and delight pop-ups.* Develop subject matter expertise on Ice Labs products, including features, benefits, and brand story.* Serve as the “face of the brand,” authentically connecting with shoppers, answering questions, and driving product trial.* Capture authentic moments and light user-generated content (UGC) showcasing real consumer reactions and experiences.**Gather Real Consumer Insights (A Mini Field Research Role)*** Conduct consumer intercept interviews to understand who our shoppers are, why they buy, and what they want next.* Capture quick, meaningful insights and translate them into clear, usable feedback that informs marketing, sales, and product development.**Own Your Territory’s Retail Presence*** Deliver products to assigned retailers and ensure displays are flawless, fully stocked, and impossible to ignore.* Set up compelling point of sale materials and maintain merchandising excellence that drives purchases.* Build genuine relationships with store managers to unlock visibility, support incubator programs, create retailer value, and secure breakthrough retail opportunities.**Ensure On‑Time, On‑Point Execution*** Manage your route efficiently, coordinating product drops, demos, and merchandising stops with professionalism and organization.* Maintain detailed records of daily activities, including consumer reactions, store partner feedback, sales lift, and merchandising conditions.* Synthesize findings into clear, actionable reports.**WHAT YOU BRING*** 1+ years of sales, retail, merchandising, marketing, brand, or sensory experience, with professional references who can speak to your great attitude and work ethic.* Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).* Ability to accommodate a Tuesday through Saturday schedule with occasional Sundays.* Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with an acceptable driving record.* Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs. repetitively, as well as to push and pull up to 100 lbs. regularly.This role is safety-sensitive. This means that you'll be regularly responsible for your own safety and/or the safety of others (e.g., driving on behalf of the company, working in a warehouse or plant environment).**Rain Makers** are people who are **accountable**, **curious**, and **inclusive**. We hold ourselves ***accountable*** and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results. Rain 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. We 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. **WHAT WE OFFER**Nothing 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...* Three 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!* FMLA 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.* Flexibility 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.* Relocation: Relocation Available (when available)* Onsite 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.* 401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.* Fitness 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.* + Rain Makers may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.* Medical/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!* Vehicle Program –* + Field Sales Specialist – Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate + Field Sales Managers and Market Managers – Company car or vehicle stipend included! + Regional 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.Please note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30+ hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.and our . You can also follow us on , , , and .Progressive and sustainable, Talking Rain is always looking at what's next. We're experiencing double-digit growth, primarily driven by Sparkling Ice, America's #1 Sparkling Water. We're constantly innovating. We fail fast and use what we learn to produce incredible results. All of this is possible because of our Rain Makers. This diverse group of people show up every day with an insatiable curiosity and a drive to get things done—and we can always trust them to make it happen. Things move fast around here, which is why we're so thankful for the flexibility they bring. Above all, our Rain