Director, Strategy and Continuous Improvement (FIJI Water)

The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water®. Sourced from the islands of Fiji, FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand in the United States, and America’s Favorite Bottled Water Brand. FIJI Water is sold in more than 80 countries worldwide, known for its iconic square bottle, unique mineral profile, and soft smooth taste. Sourced from a natural artesian aquifer in the islands of Fiji, the difference is the source – FIJI Water gathers natural electrolytes and minerals and maintains a perfectly balanced pH.   FIJI Water is committed to doing business responsibly and seeking opportunities to make a difference. That commitment extends to the FIJI Water Foundation – one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Fiji – which focuses its efforts and investments on education, clean water access, environmental sustainability, health and wellness, emergency relief, and community development. The Director of Strategy and Continuous Improvement (CI) collaborates with executive leaders to identify and tackle pressing strategic challenges, develop growth strategies, enhance operational and technological efficiencies utilizing lean principles to deliver financial and organizational benefits. This position will develop and utilize its holistic team, including a Project Management Office, and partner with functional areas within FIJI Water to support the ongoing growth of the brand. Areas of focus include: Supply Chain, Operations, Production, Maintenance & Reliability, Quality, HR, Finance, Sales and Management Infrastructure.This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday. Lead high-impact strategic, commercial, and operational initiatives from concept through implementation, ensuring successful execution and measurable business results.Lead the commercialization of new products, including cross-functional planning, execution, and go-to-market readiness.Develop and execute strategic plans that support long-term business priorities and operational excellence.Build strong partnerships with senior leaders to identify opportunities, align stakeholders, and drive organizational change.Lead, develop, and mentor the Continuous Improvement team, prioritizing work across multiple initiatives to maximize business impac...