Brands Manager - NonAlc Beverages - Wilsonville, OR

Columbia Distributing
$65,000.00/yr + quarterly performance bonus
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Oregon, Wilsonville
27200 Southwest Parkway Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 12, 2026
Back 1d Brands Manager - NonAlc Beverages #26-266 Wilsonville, Oregon, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Working Locations Wilsonville , Oregon , United States Pay Range $65,000.00/yr + quarterly performance bonus Job Details Summary The Brands Manager plays a key role in driving the success of Columbia Distributing's brand portfolio within the market. This position partners with supplier representatives, sales leadership, and retail customers to translate brand strategy into strong market presence and sustainable growth. By combining industry knowledge, data insights, and close collaboration with field teams, the Brands Manager helps ensure brands are positioned for success across distribution, promotions, and customer engagement. This role also serves as an important connection point between suppliers and internal teams, helping align priorities and support the continued growth of Columbia's beverage portfolio. Primary Responsibilities Work with supplier representative to create annual business plan Create and implement brand focus plan objectives to include company and supplier goals of volume, profit, distribution, display, promotions and marketing expense Analyze available data sources and utilize data to drive improved performance within the sales teams and the retail trade Work with supplier and sales teams on a consistent basis to ensure Focus plans are executed, achieved and training is performed Work with and assist category management team to ensure brand objectives are met through the category management reset process Actively participate in all sales meetings, promotional events and training sessions relevant to brand management Serve as a primary conduit between retailers, field sales and senior management for all market intelligence Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-orientated relationships with co-workers and customers Manage inventory including brand forecasts as well as inventory expense versus budget Market survey (MVP) program execution according to company standards Maintain a high level of industry knowledge for beer and non-alcoholic beverages including education, Nielsen's, market share, trade journals, etc. Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate department staff Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned Key Competencies General knowledge of industry products Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines Excellent oral and written communication skills Effective organizational and time management skills Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers Active listening skills/listening for intention Dealing with difficult personalities/conflict resolution Negotiation tactics People Management None Work Environment This job operates in our accounts, mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work. Physical Demands Lift/Carry and Push/Pull up to 165lbs. Bend/stoop/crouch/squat/use arms/wrists/hands/grasp Use of industry tools: hand truck, six-wheeler, manual pallet jack, box cutter Work indoors and outdoors Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days/hours of work vary and may include weekends and overtime as necessary. Travel Ability to travel throughout the day for visits to customer accounts. Required Education and Experience High School diploma or GED required Valid driver's license and auto insurance required Minimum of 18 years of age Preferred Education and Experience Minimum five (5) year previous sales experience Minimum one (1) year industry specific experience Compensation Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location). Hired applicants may be eligible for incentives/bonuses/annual bonuses. Classification: Outside Sales Exempt Reports to: Varies by branch Benefits Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday Pay Competitive Health Insurance Plans 401(k) with company matching Short-Term Disability and More Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time. AAP/EEO Statement Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at (425)251-9300 or email recruiting@coldist.com if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.