Manager, Strategy

Company Description

Wonderful Strategy Group (WSG) is a team of over 20 strategy professionals committed to delivering high-impact results for the businesses that make up The Wonderful Company portfolio of brands including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, JUSTIN Wine, Teleflora, and Wonderful Halos.

As a Strategy team lead, you will independently drive complex, ambiguous, and high-impact initiatives from end to end, spanning strategic, commercial, operational, technological, and organizational topics. You will form robust partnerships with company leadership and C-level executives while also leading internal teams and mentoring junior team members to deliver exceptional results and shape the future of The Wonderful Company.

We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday. Our office is located at 11444 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064.

Job Description

• Independently lead and prioritize work across multiple complex, cross-functional projects.
• Manage and develop internal team members, fostering skill development and a high-performance culture.
• Design and pressure test sophisticated growth, operational and organizational strategies.
• Identify and resolve ambiguous business challenges with minimal guidance, using structured problem solving and data-driven insights.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with leadership at operating companies / business units.
• Collaborate across functions and groups (e.g., Insights, Marketing, Operations) to drive growth and reduce waste.
• Contribute to and participate in ongoing skill development and leadership training.
• Travel occasionally to specified counties for direct collaboration with business partners.

Travel Required: Occasional travel to San Joaquin Valley (Kern, Kings, Tulare, Fresno Counties), Napa, Sonoma, and San Luis Obispo Counties. These day trips can be up to ~20% of the time (1 day per week).

Professional Development: At WSG, we place a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth. Our team benefits from regular, engaged mentorship from senior members and access to comprehensive training programs. These opportunities are designed to expand your skills in solving complex business challenges, strategizing for change, business partner engagement, and securing stakeholder buy-in.

Career Advancement: The Strategy Group serves as a key talent source for leadership roles within our businesses. Alumni of our team have advanced to diverse leadership positions in general management, e-commerce, marketing, operations, finance, and R&D.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10+ years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, operations, technology, finance, or related fields, with a track record of delivering high impact initiatives.
• Demonstrable executive presence and experience partnering with senior leadership to influence business decisions.
• Experience managing team members and developing junior employees.
• MBA or equivalent graduate degree strongly preferred.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, especially in ambiguous or undefined situations.
• Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to own and drive complex projects independently from concept to implementation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Pay Range: $160,000-175,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: