Regional Operations Manager, East Coast at The Wonderful Company

Company Description

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 worldwide. 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 to enable positive change. 

FIJI Water is seeking a Regional Operations Manager -East Coast to oversee our 3PL warehouse operations across Philadelphia, Savannah, Miami and Toronto. This leadership role blends operational expertise with strategic thinking, providing an opportunity to champion innovative initiatives that drive efficiency, cost performance, and best-in-class service across the region.

The ideal candidate will lead multi-site operations and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced operational analytics. This is a high-impact position that will influence warehouse performance, operational excellence, and the overall success of FIJI Water’s supply chain.

The role of Regional Operations Manager – East Coast requires a hands-on, results-oriented leader with experience managing 3PL warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, and developing high-performing teams to achieve both short- and long-term operational goals. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Warehousing & Drayage, you will have the opportunity to shape and influence the strategy for FIJI Water Logistics operations, collaborate with FIJI and The Wonderful Company's Supply Chain leadership team, and leverage your creative and analytical skillset to solve strategic challenges across the supply chain function.

Job Description

The Regional Operations Manager - East Coast role requires blending strong internal capabilities with external perspectives, creating an opportunity to champion new initiatives that demonstrate breakthrough thinking. You'll lead highly visible projects that will have a significant impact on the direction and performance of the division.

• Oversee multi-site 3PL warehouse operations across across Philadelphia, Savannah, Miami and Toronto, ensuring consistent performance and service levels
• Conduct regular site visits, audits, and performance reviews to ensure alignment, accountability, and operational excellence
• Serve as the primary point of contact for site-level issues and coordinate support requests with the Headquarters Operations team
• Provide support within the warehouse to the Drayage and Transportation teams for inbound and outbound shipments as needed to ensure smooth logistics and timely deliveries
• Drive operational excellence across all warehouse functions, including inventory management, rotation (FIFO/FEFO), fulfillment, and shipping
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost performance
• Manage KPIs and leverage data analytics to optimize processes and support data-driven decision-making
• Collaborate with 3PL partners and IT teams to implement system, process, and technology improvements
• Ensure inventory accuracy, proper stock rotation, product quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Control operational costs and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance targets
• Lead, develop, and align teams while driving change management and a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations, supply chain, or warehouse management
• Experience working with suppliers and 3PL warehouse operations
• Familiarity with SQF, BRC, ISO, and FSSC quality and food safety standards
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities
• Strong leadership in safety, compliance, and environmental standards
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred, with demonstrated success leading improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
• Solid financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and performance analysis
• Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder influence, and change management skills

Pay Range: $120,000 - $135,000 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: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
• 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, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands), is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water is the water of choice among discerning consumers and top chefs.  Widely available at fine restaurants and hotels, all major retail channels and through a convenient home/business delivery service, FIJI Water has expanded globally to more than 90 countries. To discover Earth’s Finest Water®, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.

FIJI Water is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. 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.

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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