Manager, Strategy (Central Valley)

The Wonderful Company•Bakersfield, CA

4d•$160,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, JUSTIN Wine, and Teleflora. As a Manager, Strategy, 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. This role is based out of the Central Valley and will be onsite in the greater Bakersfield/Delano areas at least 3 days a week.

Requirements

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.
A strong continuous improvement and LEAN mindset.
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.

Nice To Haves

MBA or equivalent graduate degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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.
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.