Director, Strategy (Bakersfield, CA)

Wonderful Strategy Group (WSG) is a team of over 30 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, Lewis Cellars, Teleflora, Wonderful Halos, and more. 

As a Director, Strategy you will collaborate with executive leaders to tackle their business’ most pressing challenges and drive critical strategic, commercial, operational, technological, and organizational initiatives. With a diverse team experienced in consulting, agriculture, commercialization, operations, and finance, WSG works closely with company leaders to develop growth strategies, enhance operational and technological efficiencies, and foster the long-term health of their organizations. We also regularly partner with Marketing, Brand, Insights, and other functions to grow demand for our products and drive commercial growth.

Your role will form robust and enduring partnerships with company leadership and C-level executives and help drive 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.

• Lead a team of internal strategists dedicated to a specific Wonderful Company business unit.
• Work directly with business leadership to identify and set long-term strategic priorities as well as taking initiative to address critical short-term needs.
• Support the development and execution of sophisticated strategic plans through team and resource management, project planning, relationship management, and executive communications.
• Collaborate across functions, levels, and groups (e.g., Insights, Marketing, Finance, Operations) to drive growth and reduce waste.
• Push key growth, operational, technological, and organizational improvements forward and hold teams accountable for deliverables and deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with leadership at business units.
• Manage a full portfolio of projects and prioritize work.
• Manage and mentor internal team members.
• Participate in ongoing skill development and leadership training.
• Travel occasionally to specified counties for direct collaboration with business partners.

Travel Required: Occasional travel to Los Angeles, 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.

• Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, operations, finance, or related fields.
• Experience in consumer products heavily preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience managing teams and developing junior employees.
• MBA or equivalent graduate degree from preferred.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, especially in ambiguous or undefined situations.
• Proactive, self-starter attitude with a track record of taking initiative.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective partnerships.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Please apply with your resume and a cover letter briefly explaining: 

• Why you're interested in The Wonderful Company and the Strategy Group 

Pay Rate: $210,000 - $225,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• 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: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. 

The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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