Senior Director, Human Resources - FIJI Water

It’s not just water. It’s FIJI Water and we are seeking a Senior Director, Human Resources to serve as a strategic business partner committed to delivering high-quality HR services to our business leaders, employees, and colleagues across domestic and international operations. This role is pivotal in supporting HR strategies across multi-geography teams, ensuring alignment with leadership priorities.

In addition to driving engagement and high-performing talent initiatives within the U.S., the Senior Director will collaborate closely with the HR team in the South Pacific, providing support for global HR processes and practices, as well as cross-cultural integration. Success in this role requires exceptional communication skills, as well as modeling and actively promoting a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement while effectively addressing employee and organizational needs at all levels.

This is a great opportunity to design and lead a full company HR function for an iconic household brand while being an integral part of a larger organization.

We primarily work a hybrid schedule in-office Monday – Wednesday with the option to work from home Thursday and Friday, however, travel up to 25% will be required when necessary.

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Partner with a de-centralized leadership team to provide support on all People-related activities and initiatives, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to effectively manage their teams and drive organizational success.
• Oversee and support HR initiatives across U.S. and international operations, ensuring consistency with global HR processes, company policies, and best practices.
• Develop, guide and mentor HRBP team

Global Talent Management and Employee Engagement:

• Coach business leaders on execution of performance management and employee development processes to promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Lead talent management processes, including talent reviews and succession planning, as well as support for leadership and employee development programs.
• Work closely with management and employees to optimize productivity while fostering a workplace culture that remains aligned with the company’s core values and mission.

Collaboration with Domestic and International HR Teams:

• Work closely with the HR Team based in the South Pacific to align regional HR strategies with global priorities and standards.
• Collaborate with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Organizational Development and other Business HR teams to attract, motivate, develop, and retain talent by aligning global resourcing, training, performance management, and reward strategies.

Operational Excellence:

• Leverage data-driven insights to inform HR strategies and business decisions.
• Analyze turnover, transfers, and exit interview data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement in both U.S. and international locations.
• Identify and implement process and system improvements to enhance HR service delivery across multiple geographies.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and ensure compliance.
• Provide coaching and guidance on complex employee relations issues and labor law compliance.
• Partner with legal counsel to mitigate risks and resolve sensitive employee relations matters.

• Proven success as a senior human resources leader in a global company, preferably within the CPG, Manufacturing or Production industry.
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to align people strategy with business goals.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills to unite common goals and objectives across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, policies and procedures as well as state and federal requlations.
• Ability to work both tactically and strategically to ensure business needs are met.
• Robust organizational and project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain effective communication across stakeholders.
• Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and developing HR talent, with a focus on fostering growth, advancing career objectives, and retaining top-performing team members.
• Analytical and strategic mindset, with the ability to interpret data and HR metrics and drive actionable insights.
• Superb judgment and integrity, including excellent decision-making skills and a sense of urgency.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration in a global organization.
• Experience in managing HR in a multi-geography context, ideally having familiarity with supporting business operations based in the South Pacific.
• Experience working with employment counsel, as well as proven ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Willingness to learn, grow and assume expanded duties as business needs evolve.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems, experience with UKG is a plus.
• Supplementary designations (PHR, SPHR) related to the human resource field are valued
• Experience in unionized and non-unionized environments is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree, Advance degree and HR certifications are a plus

Compensation: Base Salary - $225,000 to $240,000 with opportunity for annual 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. 

FIJI Water is a division of The Wonderful Company.  It's more than just water. FIJI Water is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profile. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water® and is sold in more than 90 countries. FIJI Water is committed to doing business responsibly and seeking opportunities to make a difference. This means investing in sustainability, the environment, and local communities with the FIJI Water Foundation to enable positive change. 

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 www.wonderful.com/csr.

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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