Senior Beverage Brand Manager – Growth & Innovation, Remote

ForceBrands; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 151,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ForceBrands is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to lead a high-growth beverage portfolio. You will translate brand strategies into annual plans, integrated marketing programs, innovation initiatives, product launches, and strong in-market execution.

This role requires seven-plus years of progressive brand management in consumer packaged goods, with food or beverage experience preferred. This remote/hybrid position in Chicago offers a 15% target annual bonus and travel 10–25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related discipline.
• MBA is a plus but not required.
• Minimum seven years of progressive brand management or marketing experience within consumer packaged goods.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of a multi-brand beverage portfolio.
• Translate brand and portfolio strategies into annual plans and execution roadmaps.
• Monitor performance, identify risks/opportunities, and recommend actions.
• Develop integrated marketing campaigns across digital, retail, and advertising channels.
• Own budget and partner with Finance to align plans with business objectives.

Skills

Brand management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Business

MBA (preferred)

Tools

NIQ

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ForceBrands is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to lead a high-growth beverage portfolio. You will translate brand strategies into annual plans, integrated marketing programs, innovation initiatives, product launches, and strong in-market execution.

This role requires seven-plus years of progressive brand management in consumer packaged goods, with food or beverage experience preferred. This remote/hybrid position in Chicago offers a 15% target annual bonus and travel 10–25%.