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 benefits and development opportunities that reflect just how much we value them.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Advocates of the culture, our People team is here to attract the best talent, empower them to build careers they love, and foster an engaging environment.
Rain is good for growth. On the Community Experience & Engagement team we’re in the business of providing culture, opportunities, and support to empower our Rain Makers to build careers and lives where our Rain Makers and communities thrive. This role builds culture, communications, events, processes, and structures to ensure our Rain Makers are fully equipped and empowered to make meaningful contributions and enjoy a world-class employee experience at Talking Rain.
Reports to: Senior Employee Experience & Brand Manager
Direct Reports: N/A
Location: Hybrid at our Preston, WA office 3+ days a week and on site at events as needed.
*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.
Annual Bonus Potential: 8% - Eligibility is based on the company hitting annual financial targets.
Base Salary: $95,000 - $120,000
Note: New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity, and market.
Employee Experience & Engagement
Plan an annual rhythm of the business for employee experience, working with the CE&E leadership team to identify activities, activations, events, and experiences that drive employee engagement, and fit in the annual business calendar.
Design, manage, and execute planned initiatives that strengthen company culture, promote connection, and enhance the overall employee experience.
Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives through storytelling and internal programs as a member of our Rain Maker Inclusivity Council.
Manage and lead our quarterly Rain Maker 101 onboarding program, an in-person experience at our Preston headquarters that connects new hires with our culture, leaders, and fellow Rain Makers. Coordinate all aspects of the program, including presenters, scheduling, scripting, activities, vendors, and overall event execution to ensure a seamless and engaging experience.
Internal Communications
Create and manage internal communication strategies that keep employees informed, inspired, and aligned with company goals including key initiatives, change management, and company-wide updates.
Maintain the internal communications and events calendar, ensuring consistent storytelling and alignment with company goals.
Drive the tone and content of employee messaging with the CE&E leadership team, including the corporate values program, campus signage, campus TV content and flyers, cultural touchpoints, internal campaigns and communications, aligned with the TR brand, voice, and direction. Craft compelling messages, newsletters, announcements, and talking points for leadership and internal channels. (e.g., Teams, intranet, email).
Provide copywriting, editing, editorial advice and support.
External Communication, Employer Brand
Partner with vendor agencies to create and align campaigns, materials, presentations and press releases representing Talking Rain and the company brand to the public.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and People Operations teams to enhance Talking Rain’s employer brand across LinkedIn, social media, and recruitment channels.
Develop creative campaigns highlighting employee stories, company culture, and values.
Collaborate with CEE leadership and creative teams to produce branded materials for employee awareness, events, and community engagement.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
We create connections with every sip. And we’ve found a lot of value in in-person connections! As a young, fast-growing company, we’re still creating and refining the systems that will fuel our future growth. Onsite presence is beyond collaboration, and here is why onsite presence matters:
Reinforces culture and shared accountability – Working side-by-side fosters trust, shared ownership, and a stronger connection to our mission.
Strengthens cross-functional execution – Many of our initiatives cut across departments. Onsite presence ensures the right voices are at the table at the right time to align on next steps.
WHAT YOU BRING
7+ years of experience planning, building, and managing employee experiences, events, and activities, ideally in organizations with over 450 people and with wide geographical footprint.
7+ years writing and editorial experience, preferably in corporate communications, PR or employer branding.
Strong proficiency in project and program management.
Ability to plan and execute complex programs and communications independently.
Strong interpersonal communication skills. Clear communicator and collaborator.
Strong organization and planning skills. Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel).
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally working evenings and weekends for assignments or events.
Ability to travel locally or regionally as needed for special assignments.
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, and we want to equip our Rain Makers with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like...
Three Weeks of Vacation. 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 Employees: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive $0.25 per mile.
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.
Employees 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.
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